2/6/2024 Letter to the Community
Dr. Raymond Sanchez, Superintendent of Schools
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February 6, 2024
Dear TUFSD Families and Staff,
Music was in the air as our high school and middle school jazz band hosted a special performance while some of our musicians headed to the Rivertowns Music Festival to unite with other schools throughout the region. Our student-athletes have been working hard and showing they have what it takes, and our Language Ambassadors connected with younger students to show them the wonderful opportunities that await them in middle school.
It’s been a busy but exciting week in our district which wouldn’t happen without your help. As always, thank you for your support of the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns and for “Building a Better Tomorrow” for our students.
Sincerely,
Dr. Raymond Sanchez
Parent Night: Understanding Supportive Services
Did you know that the Horsemen PTA is one of the five local PTAs that make up the Rivertown Parents consortium? Together we support parent enrichment programs like "Understanding Supportive Services." Learn from the Westchester Institute of Human Development about entering and understanding the world of support services in school. Whether your child has an IEP or 504, a recent diagnosis or if this is all new to you, join us next Monday, February 12 at 7 p.m. at Washington Irving School.
Come early and enjoy light refreshments served by Sleepy Coffee, Too, a local non-profit business that provides training and employment for people with disabilities that began as a program in our high school. We look forward to seeing you!
Register using this link:
http://www.rivertownparents.com/navigating-supportive-services-registration.html
Save the Date: Saturday Academy
Mark your calendars! Our next Saturday Academy is March 9, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at WI. We'll be celebrating Cultural Intersectionality. We've been having a blast with families, delicious food, and exciting activities. We have some special activities lined up for March. Stay tuned!
Capital Bond Update
Thanks again to our voters for passing the capital bond project in December! We are now in the design phase, working with a team on all of the details! Stay tuned for more updates as we build a better tomorrow together!
Join our team as a School Hall Monitor!
Join our team as a School Hall Monitor and positively impact the learning environment! As a monitor, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining order and ensuring a safe atmosphere for students. Supervising hallways, classrooms, and common areas, you'll oversee student behavior courteously yet firmly. Additionally, you may participate in crisis prevention (we provide the training) and act as a liaison between students, school administrators, and staff. We're seeking individuals with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to enforce regulations impartially, and a commitment to maintaining a positive school atmosphere. You don't need specific training, but experience working with children or teenagers is a plus. This is a 10-month full-time, 8-hour day position with an unpaid lunch hour, benefits, and paid time off. The hourly wage range is $16.58 - 18.67 based on experience. If you're ready to make a difference in students' lives, apply now and join us in creating a supportive learning environment!
Language Ambassadors present at WI
Washington Irving Intermediate School (WI) fifth graders welcomed the Sleepy Hollow High School Language Ambassadors into their auditorium for a special presentation on World Languages. The Language Ambassadors provided insight into different languages and cultures, something the students will learn about when they attend Sleepy Hollow Middle School.
Read more here: Language Ambassadors visit WI for Language Immersion
Wrestler Rafael Rodriguez Dominates the Mat
Sleepy Hollow freshman Rafael Rodriguez followed up on his big win over state-ranked Aden Mead of Central Valley Academy by going 4-0 for the week, solidifying his spot as the top contender in the Section 1 Division II 145-pound weight class.
Read more and Vote now here! LOHUD Wrestler of the Week
Tune in to Sleep Hollow Radio!
Sleepy Hollow Radio is honoring Black History Month with some of the most iconic full concert recordings featuring performances by Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Nina Simone, and Stevie Wonder! 🎶
Make sure to tune in each night at 8 p.m. to http://sleepyhollowradio.com
Pre-K Lottery
Do you know a child who will be turning 4 by December 1, 2024? Our Pre-K Lottery Application Process is open through February 14, 2024.
The lottery recipient winners and waitlist candidates will be notified by the school within the first week of March 2024. Wishing you the best of luck with the lottery!
Kindergarten Registration
📣 Kinder registration for John Paulding School is now open!
🏫 Enroll your little ones on:
📅 Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 4-6 p.m.
📅 Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 9-11 a.m.
Dual Language Lottery Applications are also available! We look forward to meeting our incoming Kindergarten families!
For more information on Kindergarten Registration, read this newsletter.
Portrait of a Learner
As we approach the 2023-2024 school year, we're committed to reinforcing our dedication to the growth and development of our learners through the TUFSD Portrait of a Learner (POL). This framework embodies a multifaceted approach to education, focusing on essential skills and dispositions that will empower our students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Key Skills: Communication • Executive functioning • Creativity • Critical thinking
Key Dispositions: Curiosity • Perseverance • Socio-cultural competence • Civic mindedness
Our objectives for the 23-24 School Year regarding this framework are:
Building a shared understanding among educators and families to support the development of crucial skills and dispositions.
- Actively working on modifying the curriculum to infuse POL principles across all grade levels.
Together, we aim to cultivate an educational environment that not only imparts knowledge but also nurtures the holistic growth of our students. By prioritizing the development of these skills and dispositions, we empower our learners to become adaptable, lifelong learners ready to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Thank you for your continued support and partnership in this journey towards comprehensive and impactful education.
Transportation Lost and Found
The Transportation Department kindly asks that you check the lost and found box for your missing belongings. The box is full and we would love to reunite students with their lost items.
Parents may stop by Monday through Friday after 9:30 a.m. to look for any lost items.
Save the Date: Foundation Spring Gala
Save the Date for the Spring Gala hosted by the Foundation for the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns! Mark your calendar: this event will be April 27, 2024 at the Tarrytown House Estate. Stay tuned for more details!
Basketball Camp 2024
Registration is now open for Sleepy Hollow Basketball Camp 🏀
Camp is open to all BOYS and GIRLS enrolling in 3rd to 9th grade in the 2024-25 school year.
Where: Sleepy Hollow HS & MS Gyms
When: Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fees:
Register before 5/1 - $250
Register between 5/1 - 7/1 - $350
**Need based Financial Aid is available
Contact Coach Chris Starace with any questions you may have: SleepyHollowBasketball@gmail.com
Community Info: Food Pantries
For food support visit one of our local food pantries.
February Shopping Days at Horsemen PTA Community Wardrobe
Does your family want some free cold-weather clothing? A few more winter "shopping" days (no money required) are coming to the Horsemen PTA Community Wardrobe.
Where: 222 North Washington Street, Sleepy Hollow, NY
When: February 13, 14, and 15
TUFSD families must sign up here to make an appointment. Because of space constraints, no walk-ins are permitted.
Community Wardrobe is a joint effort of the Horsemen PTA and the Village of Sleepy Hollow that finds new homes for great clothes, free to neighbors who need them, in a dignified, boutique-like setting.
Family Forum: Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review
Vine Cutting at Peabody Preserve
Dear Peabody Preserve Supporters,
You might think of winter as the off-season for outdoor work in nature and, for the most part, you would be right.
🌳 🌳 🌳
Except - winter is the perfect season for vine cutting!
* the trees are bare
* the poison ivy is dormant
* vine cutting feels oh-so rewarding
* vines are great for making art projects
* you can make a difference in our quest to remove invasive vines and preserve our beloved trees at Peabody
Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Bring gloves, loppers and pruners if you have them or we can lend you some
Wear sturdy shoes/boots
Bring a water bottle
Open to all ages
Questions: Email DKgirl0804@gmail.com
Pocantico Center
Get ready for the February Events at The Pocantico Center!
- On February 10, from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., visit artist Pradeep Gupta in the studio of the David Rockefeller Creative Arts Center.
- On February 29, from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., experience the celebration of Brazilian Carnaval with Mark Morganelli & The Jazz Forum All-Stars at The Pocantico Center, featuring renowned compositions and melodies. All lovers of jazz are welcome!
- Throughout February, on Fridays & Saturdays from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., explore "Portraits of Process" at The Pocantico Center's DR Center gallery, showcasing 34 bronze life-castings capturing narratives of American visual artists' hands.
Register for events at this link.
Note: A limited quantity of free tickets are available for TUFSD students, staff, and families. Interested parties should email pocanticoprograms@rbf.org.
Black History & Culture at Bethany Arts Center
From February 2 - March 8, Black History & Culture exhibit is curated by Ossining Village Historian Joyce Sharrock-Cole and will expand the historic storytelling out of the Ossining borders into the surrounding communities that have impacted the world. Each uniquely themed Exhibit Gallery will highlight a particular period in American History where the Black presence made a profound impact on the community.
1619 Project Docuseries
- The Greenburgh Public Library has partnered with multiple sponsors for a viewing event of the 1619 Project, a docuseries that explores the role of slavery in the US and its legacy. Upcoming monthly viewing sessions with discussions will take place:
- February 14 at 6 p.m.
- March 13 at 6 p.m.
Resume & Job Interviewing Help for Adults & Teens
A volunteer from The Elie Group will be available on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., to give free help with building a resume or practicing for a job interview.
Upcoming Dates: February 13, and March 12
Individual Appointments Available Upon Request
Register at 914-417-9616 or info@eliegroup.org
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