NorthStar Lights
North Syracuse Central School District's weekly e-news
Hello North Syracuse Central School District Parents, Guardians, Teachers and Staff,
One of my favorite quotes is by civil rights activist, poet and author, Maya Angelou. The quote goes, “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” To me, this quote exemplifies the importance of truly valuing every interaction.
After visiting some classrooms earlier this school year I had a conversation with one of my coworkers about ways to capture our students’ voices. As we move into the final months of the school year, my intention is to devote time each week to getting into our schools and having conversations with students. I want each and every person that makes up this District to know that they have a voice and we want their input.
As I spend time listening, I intend to share pieces of our conversations here and I’m hoping to take pictures with the young people I meet. Please let your children know that if they see me out and about, I would welcome them coming up and introducing themselves to me. In this week's picture, I am with Karin Hurry’s class at Cicero-North Syracuse High School this morning. In the background is some artwork for project they did with the title wall of unit.
This weekend we turn the clocks ahead as we spring forward. I am hopeful for the bright times to come and excited to meet more of the amazing people that help make up the North Syracuse Central School District.
Sincerely,
Daniel D. Bowles, Superintendent of Schools
Lakeshore Road Elementary School Participating in Regan's Kindness Challenge
Students and staff at Lakeshore Road Elementary School are participating in Regan's Kindness Challenge throughout the month of March. Students are challenged to do good deeds all week and have a calendar different ideas to spark action. https://regansactsofkindness.com/
On March 3, students and staff wore pink, bows and/or bowties to celebrate Regan's Birthday and collected donations for a Story Garden in Regan's name.
March is Music in Our Schools Month
During the month of March, schools across the nation celebrate National Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM). The purpose of MIOSM is to raise awareness of the importance of music education for all children – and to remind citizens that school is where all children should have access to music.
The North Syracuse Central School District is asking students, teachers and families to share their music-related photos and videos throughout the month. The photos will be featured in the weekly NorthStar Lights newsletter and high resolution images will be considered for the NSCSD website. Photos can be submitted online by clicking here or can be emailed to Laurie Cook at lcook@nscsd.org.
Hello NSCSD Families…Can You Hear Us Now?
The NSCSD uses SchoolMessenger to send text and email messages to our families. We recently noticed that some families are “blocking” our messages. We use the system to send important information regarding COVID, academic deadlines, yearbook reminders and much more. We don’t want you to miss out so if you think your email or cell phone is inadvertently blocking the NSCSD, we can help!
You can check your SchoolMessenger settings using an easy and convenient app. If you don’t have the app, you can easily download it to your phone or mobile device. Just search “School Messenger app” in the App Store or in Google Play. Once you have the app downloaded, “Sign up” using the email address you have on file with the District in SchoolTool. Within the app you’ll be able to see and change the types of messages you receive by text/email/push. If your settings show that you should be getting text messages from the NSCSD but you’re not, you can opt in my texting the word YES to the number 67587 from your cell phone.
If you have any questions about SchoolMessenger or your settings, check online at www.nscsd.org/schoolmessenger or email our school information officer, Laurie Cook at lcook@nscsd.org.
Kindergarten Registration Dates Continue Through March
The North Syracuse Central School District has announced its registration dates for 2022-2023 kindergarten students. In order for your child to enter school next fall, he or she must be five (5) years old on or before December 1, 2022. Elementary schools are holding registration at individual school buildings on the following dates by appointment.
Families of known new students will receive an appointment letter from their child’s home school in February. Families who will be registering a new kindergarten student and who have not received a letter, should contact the school to schedule an appointment.
Click here to learn more about dates and times for registration.
Staying Home When Sick and Getting Tested
In accordance with CDC guidance, students, teachers and staff who have symptoms of infectious illness (influenza or COVID-19), should stay home and be referred to their healthcare provider for evaluation care and testing. Students or staff members who develop symptoms during the school day will be sent home immediately. Parents of students will be contacted immediately to come and pick up their child.
Please remember the symptoms of COVID 19 include:
● Fever or chills
● Cough
● Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
● Fatigue
● Muscle or body aches
● Headache
● New loss of taste or smell
● Sore throat
● Congestion or runny nose
● Nausea or vomiting
● Diarrhea
North Syracuse Central School District
Email: webmaster@nscsd.org
Website: www.nscsd.org
Location: 5355 West Taft Road, Syracuse, NY, USA
Phone: (315) 218-2100
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Twitter: @NSyracuseCSD