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2020-2021 District Calendar
BOARD GOALS 2020-2021 TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Strategic Long Term Plan: Implement and assess Pleasantville Schools 2026: A Five Pleasantville Board of Education
Year Strategic Plan, the framework for District decision-making to meet needs in all Larry Boes, President, 133 Woodland Drive................................773-1882
areas, now in year one of Phase Two.
Students: Provide a nurturing, educational environment that supports learning, leadership, Emily Rubin Persons, Vice President, 1 Onderdonk Place...........747-0136
personal health and well-being, responsibility, empathy, service and character. Help Jill Grossman, 86 Park Street........................................................755-1785
students to acquire the skills that will enable them to integrate experience and knowledge Shane McGaffey, 85 Nannahagan Road.......................................409-3487
to form reasoned judgments, solve problems, be resilient, embrace positive social and
ethical behaviors, become positive peer upstanders and be civic minded, inclusive,
Angela Vella, 9 Sutton Place.........................................................769-5729
actively anti-racist contributors to society—prepared to take the next educational and
life step.
District and School Telephones
Learning: Design dynamic, differentiated learning environments that inspire students Superintendent of Schools, Mary Fox-Alter...................741-1400, x10510
to be curious lifelong learners who readily challenge themselves; that create a genuine Secretary to the Superintendent and District Clerk,
love of learning while fostering intellectual flexibility, creativity, resiliency and the Veronica Shea...............................................................741-1400, x10511
ability to solve problems and think critically; and that enable them to identify and follow
their passions, gain confidence, develop voice, agency, and sense of self, respect others’
Assistant Superintendent for Business,
identities, and to work effectively, both individually and collaboratively. Timothy Whipple.........................................................741-1400, x10530
Curriculum: Create, enhance and expand systems and structures for aligning and Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services,
continuously strengthening K-12 curriculum and instruction. Communicate the Dr. Cameron Fadjo.......................................................741-1400, x10540
knowledge, process and assessment goals for each curricular area. Support creative,
research-based and nurturing teaching methodologies that promote improvement and Special Education:
innovation across all educational programs to motivate students to develop an enhanced Acting Director, Dan Iorio...........................................741-1400, x60520
and robust understanding of content and concepts and the skills needed for college, careers CPSE/CSE, Dr. Rachael Goldrich................................................x60510
and civic life. Develop, implement and incorporate anti-bias and culturally responsive
curriculum, instruction, and programming, including but not limited to diverse positive
Director of Athletics, John Bauerlein..............................741-1420, x20810
cultural experiences, across all grades. Advocate for state and federal policy that best Director of Facilities, Stephen Chamberlain...................741-1400, x50510
supports our students’ learning needs. Bedford Road School Main Office.................................741-1440, x40511
Staff Development: Support a true professional learning community imbued with Attendance....................................................................................x40432
21st century skills and scholarship that will cultivate creativity and diversity, foster
enthusiasm and build morale. Provide research-based and collaborative opportunities Nurse.............................................................................................x40700
for professional development that encourage self-reflection, an understanding of how to Pleasantville Middle School Main Office.......................741-1450, x30511
take an anti-bias and culturally responsive approach to teaching, and provide practical, Attendance....................................................................................x30507
relevant information and strategies to meet student needs at all levels.
Nurse.............................................................................................x30700
Community: Strengthen, promote and engage the supportive partnership among school,
home, businesses and community at-large. Continue to improve the meaningful flow of Pleasantville High School Main Office...........................741-1420, x20511
communication with all constituents including those that promote the health and well- Attendance....................................................................................x20507
being of our students and community. Maintain a welcoming and civic-minded atmo- Nurse.............................................................................................x20700
sphere that encourages acceptance, participation and engagement in our public schools.
Facilities: Support facility-based decisions that enhance equity, sustainability, efficiency,
creative and flexible use of instructional spaces and the educational program. Continue
to maintain District buildings and property to promote safety, respect and pride in our Please Note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic and uncertainties of
facilities and to reflect the expectation of excellence. Continue to implement the 2019
Capital Bond. this school year, the calendar reflects only holidays and Board of
Fiscal: Exercise sustainable fiscal responsibility while maintaining academic excellence Education meeting dates. Events are posted to the District website
and ensuring equitable access to exceptional learning opportunities for every student. (pleasantvilleschools.org) and can be accessed by clicking on the
Continue the transparent budget process that offers more opportunities for community word CALENDAR at the top of the home page.
input. Engage and energize legislative advocacy and community involvement in/
awareness of the legislative process.
1BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL
Bedford Road School Staff 2020-2021 Bedford Road School PTA 2020-2021
BRS Main Number:..............................................................................741-1440 Co-Presidents Andi Busch & Danielle Kaley
Principal: Peggy Galotti........................................................................... x40510 Vice President Amy McCarthy
Assistant Principal: Rachel Hunger......................................................... x40520 Treasurer Courtney Boyce
Secretary to the Principal: Martha Coffey ............................................ x40511 Secretary Keri Gregersen
Secretary: Ze-Enna Jenkins..................................................................... x40501
Attendance: Perul Merai........................................................................... x40432 Committee Chair / Co-Chairs
Greeter: Linda Fraylick............................................................................ x40514 Bake Sale Tera Almassy & Rebecca Meyers
Book Fair Nicole Browand, Kelly Farling & Megan
Nurses: Mary Bramswig, Clare Fitzgerald .............................................. x40700 Perry
Psychologists: Kelly Benanti................................................................... x40611 Boxtops Allyson Kwan
Elizabeth Dale.................................................................. x40612 BRS Merchandise Julie Byrne & Kali Marino
Class Parent Representative Amy McCarthy
Classroom Teachers Marc Vavolizza Occupational Therapy Grade Representatives K: Lauren Beck
Debbie Anttila Kim Vecchiariello Tracey Carriera 1st: Stacey Vukelj
Dan Bramswig Kerry Vigilo Jane McGowan 2nd: Nicole Browand
Stephanie Chiafari Valerie Wiebke Sarah Sibajene 3rd: Megan Perry
Lauren Davidson Leah Wisotsky Physical Education 4th: Deirdre D’Attoma & Kerry Minerva
Danielle DiSalvo Anthony Becerra Class Play DVDs Nicole Broussard
Art Class/Student Pictures Karen Murray & Deirdre Paltz
Eileen Eustace Keith Gardener
Erica Siciliano Thomas Micucci Community Outreach Ali Serebin
Elena Garcia Cultural Arts/Curriculum Prudence Wright
Assistive Technology Physical Therapy
Christine Harris Directory Rebecca Meyers
Jane McGowan Maria Huben
Lisa Long Diversity & Inclusion Erica Gardner & Rebecca Shaw
Christopher Marsden Computer Lab Science Edible Garden Danielle Barry-Gass, Nicole Broussard,
Katerina McTiernan Tina Iannotti Christen Moses Yvonne Cane, Laura Gregory, Carolyn
Abby Mor Educational Technology Special Education Ramsey
Sheila Moran Stacie Chue Renee Battaglia Family Fitness Leigh Bowins & Kerry Minerva
Deanna Nola Michele Compito Fundraising Krista LaPunzina & Courtney Davis Walker
English as a New Shannon Cunnane Membership Keri Gregersen
Mary O’Malley Language Joanie DeConne Nutrition Daneen Mancuso & Samantha Marino
Jennifer Picco Alison Fox Kyle Garrigan School Board Liaison Lesley Bark
Tara Praino School Supplies Keri Gregersen
Library Media Kristy MacSweeney
Eileen Prizeman Cara Padovani Special Needs/WIMS Carrie Chisholm & Sara Hukkanen
Tara Reay Specialist
Katelyn Roberta STRONG Liaison Andi Busch
Valerie Reich Bonnie Ellis
Kimberly Schulman Teacher Appreciation Lauren Beck & Perdeep Bhui
Stephanie Roth Music Technology/Webmaster Matthew Moscato
Speech and Language
Lizabeth Sebring Barbara Berg Brittany Bishop Wellness Fair Jenny Minelli
Samantha Tanner Katherine Hughes Corin Hendricks Yearbook Francesca Bonavita, Anne Buckingham &
Laura Twomey Amanda Rimm-Hewitt Nancy O’Connor
2PLEASANTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Pleasantville Middle School Staff 2020-2021 Middle School PTA 2020-2021
Middle School Main Number:.............................................................741-1450 Co-Presidents Danielle Dispenza & Dyana Nessel
Principal: Donald Marra........................................................................... x30510 Vice President Jennifer Gorsuch
Assistant Principal: Dr. Adam Chagares ................................................ x30520 Recording Secretary Eileen Northridge
Secretary to the Principal: Marybeth Alpern.......................................... x30511 Corresponding Secretary Kathy McGrinder
Secretary: Lisa Salzano............................................................................ x30501 Treasurer Deirdre D’Attoma
Attendance: Jennifer Demaree.................................................................. x30507
Curriculum Coordinator/Literacy Coach: Melissa Brown................... x31520 Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Director of Athletics: John Bauerlein....................................................... x20810
After School Coordinators Jasmine Agati & Keri Gregersen
Nurses: Julie Waters, Donna Berdik........................................................ x30700
Bake Sale Lynda Natale & Pam O’Keefe
Psychologists: Dr. Megan Cunningham................................................... x30612 Book Fair Pam O’Keefe
Andrea Einhorn ............................................................... x30613 Box Tops Danielle O’Reilly
School Counselors: Pamela Roth........................................................... x30610 Class Socials
Susan Leyden ........................................................ x30611 5th Grade TBD
6th Grade Lauren Beck
Classroom Teachers Erica Plouffe Mary Ann Meade 7th Grade Jennifer Gorsuch
Leanne Benson Julie Sillings Amanda Rimm-Hewitt 8th Grade Lynda Natale
Tara Birrittella John Speight Jon Vercesi, Chair Cultural Arts Jasmine Agati
Marissa Burmaster Art Occupational Therapy 5th Grade Rocks Lauren Beck, Kerry Minerva & Eileen
James Carey Emily Weiss Jane McGowan Northridge
Janel Cassino Garden TBD
Dawn Cavrell-Epstein Educational Technology Physical Education
Patsy D’Ambrosio Kelly Brunelle Garden Secretary TBD
George Coffey Graduation Party Lynda Natale
Amy Corradi Engineering & Design Robert Jordon
Chris Osterhoudt Green Bandana Jennifer Gorsuch & Dyana Nessel
Christopher DeGrazia Leanne Benson Hemisphere Days
Hillary Dettwyler English as a New Language Speech and Language
Western (5th) TBD
Laura Drysdale Angela Zappavigna Sabrina Benowich
Amanda Hernandez Eastern (6th) Kerry Minerva & Eileen Northridge
Lindsay Ehrman
Extended Learning Ladies Night Carrie Lent
Janine Fugarino Special Education
Bryan Gaiser Melissa Brown Membership Eileen Northridge
Kathleen Canfield Picture Day Danielle Dispenza
Jean Gilroy Health Education Dora DeBiase
Keith Grasmann Nancy Neumeister Pizza Wednesday Elaine Miskolcze
Amanda Delle Bovi School Supplies Jasmine Agati & Penny Baxter
Marie Hubert Home Skills Tania Dunlap
John Koziol Alyssa Taylor Teacher Appreciation Lynda Natale & Jennifer Wein
Donna Gavagan
Brittany Kunow Maura Hunter Theatre Arts
Library Media Specialist 5th/6th TBD
Sara LaMar Genevieve Johnson
Marissa Fraher 7th/8th Maria Peters & Megan Perry
Laura Lang Lauren Peterson
Lance Levine Music Nancy Pregiato Wellness Jennifer Gorsuch
Ashley O’Hara Barbara Berg Ruth Rust
Tracy O’Sullivan Rachel Heyman
3PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Pleasantville High School Staff 2020-2021 Special Education Jeanette Robinson Speech and Language
Daniel Brink Allison Steinberg Monica Nolan
High School Main Number ................................................................741-1420
Rosemary Browne Staci Tedrow TV Production
Principal: Joseph Palumbo....................................................................... x20511 Sean Campbell Deirdre Vedovino Joanne Wallace
Assistant Principal: Gregg Fonde............................................................ x20501 Dillon Clark Kristen Vietro
George LaMar Kristen Weiss World Languages
Secretary to the Principal: Maria DiBenedetto....................................... x20511 America Blanco, Chair
Katherine Maimone Susanne Wilson
Secretary: Meta Lau................................................................................. x20501 Stephanielynn Marra Kaitlyn Zapletal Keith Grasmann
Attendance: Pat O’Driscoll ..................................................................... x20507 Nicholas Nedwick Josephine Stinziani
Fernando Zappone
Curriculum Coordinator: George LaMar............................................... x50520
Director of Athletics: John Bauerlein....................................................... x20810 High School Parent Council 2020-2021
Nurse: Ina Carey....................................................................................... x20700 Co-Presidents: Lauren Beck & Jennifer Gorsuch
Psychologists: Greg Kemp....................................................................... x20835 Co-Vice Presidents: Donna Gates, Dyana Nessel & Maria Peters
Jenna Lalia....................................................................... x20640 Co-Secretaries: Beth D’Alessandro & Paula McLane
Dr. Jackie Mancari........................................................... x20641 Treasurer: Caroline Rosengarden
Apparel Sales: Stephanie Rosen & Clare Ryan
School Counseling Office: Lisa Mangieri ............................................... x20601
Membership: Sundar Natarajan
Student Assistance Counselor: Maryann Flatley.................................... x60513 Student Directory: Katie Beatley
Student Management Liaison: James Campbell.................................... x20540 Teacher Appreciation: Holly Boes & LaVern Kittsley
Website Manager: Paula McLane
Art/Photography Natalie Dolgetta Elizabeth Hamel Class of 2021 (Faculty Advisors: America Blanco & Josephine Stinziani)
Teresa Lepetit Virginia Nalbandian Cheryl Thomas Co-Presidents: Jackie Kovatch & Trish Mooney
Gregory Nemec, Chair Martin Pernerstorfer Allyson Winston Co-Vice Presidents: Holly Boes, Jean Cleary & Katalin Kapoor
Educational Technology Mary Prevost, Chair Science Secretary: Elisabeth Lem
William Moloney Library Media Gregory DiMurro Treasurer: Sarah McPhee
English (ELA) Specialist Timothy Healy
Class of 2022 (Faculty Advisors: Christine Pallotta & Filiz Scales)
Daniela DiFranco, Chair Joanne Wallace Kesiah Mathew
Jennifer McGuire Co-Presidents: Rebecca Finnegan & Michele Miller
James Finnan Music/Theater Co-Vice Presidents: Jill LaCapria, Sundar Natarajan & Marielise Watts
Phyllis Grella Mary Ann Meade Christine Pallotta
Joanne Pugliese, Chair Secretary: Linda Hogan
Leigh Meyer Nadia Rizzo Treasurer: Melissa Anderman
Gaffney Murray Jon Vercesi, Chair Brian Rivenburg
Filiz Scales Class of 2023 (Faculty Advisors: Dan Brink & Sean Campbell)
English as a New Physical Education Joseph Vaccaro President: Trish Kauber
Language Anthony Becerra
Social Studies Co-Vice Presidents: Danielle Dispenza & Diane Mulcahy
Dillon Clark Keith Gardener
Myndi Hill Thomas Baffuto, Chair Secretary: Carrie Lent
Health James Carey Treasurer: Trish Mooney
Nancy Neumeister, Pleasantville Academy Olivia DiFusco
Coordinator Michael Marrone Class of 2024 (Faculty Advisors: Rosemary Browne & Deirdre Vedovino)
Marsilio Langella President: Laurie Drillock
Mathematics School Counseling Rikki Saperstein Vice President: Melissa Anderman
Kelly Bentson Rebeca Castellano Eileen Sheldon Secretary: Laura Moore
Gianna DiPaolo Joyce Connell, Melanie Siokalo Treasurer: Elizabeth Mackanesi
Coordinator
4GENERAL INFORMATION
Absence Excuse student’s name, grade level, participation in officially recognized school activities
Upon a child’s return to school following an absence, he or she must bring a dated, and sports, height and weight of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance,
written excuse from a parent/guardian giving the specific reason for the absence. awards/honors received, photographs/videos of students involved in school
This helps complete the child’s health record. A call to the school attendance activities/events; voiceprint; streaming video.
coordinator (BRS: 741-1420, x40507; MS: 741-1450, x30507; PHS: 741-1420, If for any reason you do not want your child’s Directory Information released,
x20432) is required on the first morning of an absence and on each succeeding please complete a Student Privacy (FERPA) Form and return it to your child’s
morning that the student is not in attendance. principal by October 12, 2020. The form can be printed from the District
website (pleasantvilleschools.org); under Parents/Community, select Parent
Asbestos Management & Pesticide Applications Resources>Student Privacy>FERPA Opt-Out Form. The form also is available at
To read the District’s Asbestos Management Plan and/or to obtain a Pesticide the main office of your child’s school.
Application Notification form, go to pleasantvilleschools.org and select Buildings
& Grounds under the Departments heading. For more information, contact Stephen An opt-out is valid for only one school year and must be re-filed every year you
Chamberlain, Director of Facilities, at 741-1400, x50510. wish to opt out. Your decision not to return an opt-out form will be taken as consent
to release your child’s Directory Information. Additionally, opting out does not apply
Athletic Events – Schedules and Directions to Games to your child’s participation in school-related events that are open to the public.
Get schedules for interscholastic athletic events and driving directions to away
games from the District website (pleasantvilleschools.org) by clicking on Athletic Crossing Guard Sites
Games Calendar located under Important Links on the home page. The calendar The Village provides crossing guards at the following intersections: Ashland
also allows residents to subscribe to a free online service that provides text and email Avenue/MS Drive; Bedford Road/Academy Street; Bedford Road/Marble Avenue;
messages when events change; click Sign In and follow the directions. Subscribers Bedford Road/Orchard Street; Bedford Road/Broadway; Grant Street/Saw Mill
are responsible for keeping their contact information up-to-date. River Parkway; Manville Road/Academy Street; Manville Road/Great Oak Lane;
Manville Road/Pleasantville Road; Romer Avenue/MS exit.
The Athletic Director also maintains an Athletic Hotline, 741-5368, that is updated
daily through 2 P.M. Digital Media & BOEblast
Check the District’s website — pleasantvilleschools.org — for District, Board
Bell Schedules and Lunch Hours of Education, and school news and schedules. Like us on Facebook (facebook.
Bell schedules and lunch hour information are available on the District’s website or com/pleasantvillenyschools) and follow us on Twitter (District: @Mary_
from the main office of your child’s school. FoxAlter; BRS: @galottip; MS: @pvillemsny; PHS: @ MrPalumboPHS;
Athletics: @PVilleAthletics). Additionally, the Board of Education sends
Committees on Special Education updates on timely issues to its email blast subscribers. To subscribe, send a
The Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and the Committee on request and your email address to SheaV@pleasantvilleschools.org.
Special Education (CSE) are ongoing committees appointed by the Board of
Education to assist children with disabilities. Please contact Acting Director Dan District App
Iorio (741-1400, x60520) if you have any questions about these programs. A free District app for Apple and Android devices provides anytime, anywhere
access to school information – school and District news, teacher webpages,
Confidentiality and Publicity (FERPA) calendars, lunch menus, sports schedules, social media, eSchoolData,
Student records are confidential except as permitted by law. One exception is for MySchoolBucks, staff directories, and much more. Go to either the iTunes store
“Directory Information,” which is considered neutral or positive information about (Apple) or Google Play (Android) and enter “Pleasantville” to find and download
students. Directory Information may be released without written consent to publicize the app. As a user, you can subscribe to only the information that is relevant to
school activities or student achievement, among other things. The Pleasantville you by selecting the specific school or schools you would like to follow.
School District has designated the following items as Directory Information:
5GENERAL INFORMATION
Educational Cable Channels 3–8 to take assessments in English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics;
The District broadcasts Board of Education meetings, school events, and other additionally, students in grades 4 and 8 take a science performance test.
related programs on Cablevision channel 77 (simulcast on PCTV Cablevision
channel 76 on Fridays between the hours of 6 a.m. and 12 midnight for non- Non-Discrimination Statement
Village residents) and on Verizon channel 32. Additionally, www.pctv76.org The Pleasantville School District does not discriminate on the basis of race,
provides on-demand viewing of Board of Education meetings and selected color, creed, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation,
District programs. marital status, veteran status or any other classification protected by law in its
employment practices and educational programs and activities. This policy of
eSchoolData Portal to Monitor Student Progress nondiscrimination includes access by students to educational programs, student
Log on to your eSchoolData Portal to obtain real-time student progress data. Please activities, recruitment, appointment and promotion of employees, salaries, pay
contact the appropriate school immediately with any questions or concerns. and other benefits. Inquiries regarding the application of this policy should be
directed to either Dan Iorio, Equal Employment/Education Opportunity Officer,
K-12 Alerts System or Dr. Rachael Goldrich, Title IX Compliance Officer; Pleasantville UFSD;
District residents can subscribe to K-12 Alerts, a web-based emergency 60 Romer Avenue; Pleasantville NY 10570; 914-741‑1400.
notification system, by clicking on the link found on the District’s website —
pleasantvilleschools.org. Information on school closings, early dismissals, and Professional Qualifications of Teachers
other school-related matters will be sent to subscribers’ e-mail addresses and Parents/guardians may request information about the professional qualifications
cell phones that have text messaging. Subscribers are responsible for keeping of their child’s/children’s classroom teachers, including attainment of NYS
their contact information up-to-date. certification or licensure requirements for the grade levels and subject areas
taught; the waiving of such criteria due to an emergency or other provisional
K–12 Schedule status; whether the teaching assignment is within the teacher’s field of
The K–12 schedule is built on a six-day rotation cycle labeled A, B, C, D, E, discipline of certification; and the qualifications of any instructional aides or
and F days. With a Monday–Friday schedule, holidays and days off (expected similar paraprofessionals. In addition, the District will provide timely notice
and unexpected) result in students missing instruction in classes. The six-day should students be taught for four or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who
cycle provides consistent programming for every course of instruction. District- does not meet NYS certification or licensure requirements for the assigned
wide, the letter day is displayed in a variety of places, such as at each school’s subject and/or grade level.
front entrance and on our District web site.
Kindergarten Admission Report Cards
Report cards will be available via the eSchoolData Portal to parents/guardians of
Children must be five years of age on or before December 1 of the current year students in grades K-4 in December, March, and June; in grades 5-12 in November,
to be eligible to enter kindergarten in September of that year. Please contact February, April, and after the end of the school year. Please call your child’s school if
the Superintendent of Schools or the Bedford Road School Principal for further you need assistance or have any questions.
information if your child is eligible and you have not received Registration
Materials by April 1 or if you have other questions. Residence
According to State Education Law, it is generally considered that a child’s legal
Minimum Graduation Requirements school district residence is at the legal residence of the parent/guardian, unless
Minimum graduation requirements are listed in the Pleasantville High there is evidence that the parent/guardian has given up legal control. Questions of
School Course Directory, distributed to all students in grades 9-12. For more residence for children who are not living with their parents/guardians, and who have
information, contact the PHS School Counseling Office at 741-1420, x20601. not been placed in a foster home by a recognized social agency, are to be referred to
New York State Assessments the Superintendent of Schools, so that the proper guardianship papers may be filed
The New York State Education Department (SED) requires students in grades and the question of tuition determined.
6GENERAL INFORMATION
School Emergencies (School Delays & Closings) SEPTA
In the event of severely inclement weather or mechanical breakdown, the decision to The Districtwide Special Education PTA (SEPTA) holds meetings and
close or delay will be made no later than 6:30 a.m. Since road/sidewalk conditions provides relevant programs throughout the school year.
may vary throughout the District, parents/guardians should decide whether or not to
send their children to school if they consider it unsafe to do so. Co-Presidents Maya Feldman & Mary Ann Serlin
Delays and closings are announced via the K-12 Alerts system (described on Vice Presidents BRS: Julia Bosco & Sara Hukkanen
page 6) and on the following websites/social media: pleasantvilleschools.org, lohud. MS: Helene Dahan & Beth McGinley
com, facebook.com/pleasantvillenyschools; radio stations WFAS (1230 AM) and PHS: Janet Abinanti & Mary Molina
WHUD (100.7 FM); and television channels News12 (ch 12), WABC (ch 7), and Treasurer Christina Wood
WNBC (ch 4). Please do not phone the stations or the schools. Secretary Carrie Chisholm
Emergency conditions may require that the schools close early. If this decision is
Membership Deb Fischer
made, notifications will be sent via K-12 Alerts and the radio stations, and BRS
Class Parents will attempt to notify parents/guardians of BRS students by phone. It Web/PR/Social Media Janet Abinanti & Julia Bosco
is essential that each parent/guardian provide the school with up-to-date emergency Special Events Janet Abinanti
and regular telephone numbers, and instruct children on what to do if parents/
guardians are unable to meet them in an emergency. Transportation to Private & Parochial Schools
In accordance with Section 3635 of New York State Education Law, the school
School Facilities district will provide transportation to private and parochial schools within 15 miles
School facilities are available for community use only after school hours, which of a student’s home. Requests must be made, in writing, by April 1 or within 30
extend through all school-sponsored extracurricular activities. Adherence to the days of moving into the school district if that occurs after the April 1 deadline. A
posted usage rules helps us obtain their full life-expectancy and ensures that we meet new request must be submitted each year, even if transportation is currently being
the conditions of the warranty. Rules include: No pets, skateboards, rollerblades, provided. Forms are available on the District website (pleasantvilleschools.org):
scooters, bicycles, strollers, chairs, metal spikes, golfing, sunflower seeds, or sugary Parents/Community>Transportation Request. For more information, please contact
drinks on the fields and the track. the Business Office at 741-1402, x10521.
School Lunch Voter Registration
Hot entreés, sandwiches, and snacks are available in all three schools. The selection
District residents must be registered with either the Westchester County Board of
of á la carte items varies at each location. Menus for each school are available on the
Elections or the School District in order to participate in School District votes and
District website (pleasantvilleschools.org): Parents/Community>Cafeteria/Menus.
elections. Residents who need to do so can register with the Westchester County
Free and reduced price lunches are available through the National School Lunch Board of Elections, either in person or by mail (the NYS Registration form is
Program to students whose family income falls within the income eligibility available at pleasantvilleschools.org) no later than 25 days before the vote/election;
guidelines set by the federal government. These guidelines are mailed to the parents/ or with the School District at the District Office on any school day (September–
guardians of all students at the beginning of the school year and also are available at June) from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on business days during the summer months
each school’s main office, at the District Office, and on the District website. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. no later than five days before the day of a vote/election. For
School Visits and Conferences more information, contact the District Clerk at 741-1400, x10511.
For safety reasons, all visitors are required to sign in at the greeter’s desk. If a parent/
guardian wishes a conference with a teacher or with a principal, he/she should call Working Papers
the school for an appointment. Parents/gurdians also may call the principal about According to New York State law, any minor between the ages of 14 and 18 must
matters of concern. School counselors at the Middle School and High School have have working papers in order to secure employment. Students must apply in person
complete records for all students. If a conference is desired, please call your child’s at the PHS School Counseling Office. Contact the School Counseling Office at
counselor for an appointment. 741‑1420, x20601 for complete information.
72020 SEPTEMBER 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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7:30 pm
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 HALLOWEEN2020 NOVEMBER 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Ends 2 3 ELECTION DAY
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm, PHS LMC
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THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
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Board of Education Meeting
7:30 pm - PHS LMC
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RECESS
SCHOOLS
CLOSED — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —2021 JANUARY 2021
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1 NEW YEAR'S DAY
HOLIDAY RECESS 2
SCHOOLS CLOSED
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm, PHS LMC
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KING JR. DAY 19 20 21 22 23
SCHOOLS CLOSED
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31 Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm, PHS LMC2021 FEBRUARY 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Board of Education Meeting
7:30 pm
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WINTER RECESS
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Board of Education Meeting
7:30 pm
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
14 Daylight
Begins
Savings
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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SPRING RECESS
SCHOOLS CLOSED — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —2021 APRIL 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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SPRING RECESS
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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Budget Hearing followed by
Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
9 10 11 12 13 Last Day to Register
w/School District to
Vote on May 18
14 15
16 17 18 Annual Budget Vote &
Board Election: 19 20 21 22
6:30 am–9 pm , MS MPR
Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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30 31 MEMORIAL DAY
SCHOOLS CLOSED2021 JUNE 2021
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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Board of Education Meeting:
7:30 pm
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