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HEBREW ACADEMY
OF
NASSAU COUNTY
MIDDLE SCHOOL
@
The Moses Hornstein Educational Center
STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK
2021-2022
5780-5781
215 Oak Street
Uniondale, New York 11553
Phone (516) 538-8161
Fax (516) 516-538-6997
Rabbi Elliot Hecht, Principal
Mrs. Jennifer Morey, Assistant PrincipalAugust, 2021
Dear Parents and Students:
Welcome to the Middle School at the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County. In the coming
school year, we will have many exciting programs as well as the fine tuning and building on the
full and varied academic offerings at HANC. We are busy planning for the coming school year.
Classes will begin on Wednesday, September 1st.
Our goal is to provide a quality education in both Judaic and General Studies. Much of our
success is due to our incredibly dedicated staff members who meet the needs of our students. In
addition, our commitment to open communication facilitates the educational process and ensures
the optimum level of achievement for each child. At HANC, students, teachers, administrators,
and parents are joined in a chain of communication. We appreciate your involvement, and we
truly depend on it. We, therefore, ask that you take the time to familiarize yourselves with our
school’s policies and procedures as outlined in this handbook.
Enjoy the rest of the summer! We look forward to seeing your children in September.
Sincerely,
Rabbi Elliot Hecht
Principal
Mrs. Jennifer Morey
Assistant Principal
2Policy of Non-Discrimination
HANC admits students of any race, color, or national
origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities
generally accorded or made available to students at the
school. HANC does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its
educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and
loan programs, and athletic and other school administered
programs.
3School Administration
Middle School
Mitchel Field Campus
Dean Emeritus Rabbi Meyer Fendel
Dean Emeritus Rabbi Moshe Gottesman, ZT”L
President Dr. Ruchi Kushner
Chairman-Board of Education Dr. Loren Daitch
Executive Director Mrs. Racheli Kraut Hackel
Principal Rabbi Elliot Hecht
Assistant Principal Mrs. Jennifer Morey
215 Oak Street
Uniondale, New York 11553
Phone: (516) 538-8161
Fax: (516) 489-1142
School Hours: Monday-Thursday
8:00 A.M. – 4:42 P.M.
Friday:
8:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M.
PERTINENT CAMPUS INFORMATION
Guidance Staff
Director of Counseling Mrs. Miriam Steiner Msteiner@hanc.org
Social Worker Rabbi Asher Dworetsky Adworetsky@hanc.org
Instructional
Technology
Director Ms. Naomi Fredman nfredman@hanc.org
Library Staff
Librarian Mrs. Laura Schutzman Lschutzman@hanc.org
Nurse
Nurse Mrs. Cathy Linder nurselinder@hanc.org
Resource Room
Director Mrs. Allison Hus ahus@hanc.org
4Hebrew Academy of Nassau County
Middle School Staff
Principal – Rabbi Elliot Hecht
Assistant Principal – Mrs. Jennifer Morey
Judaic Studies Staff
Mrs. Pnina Aronowitz
Rabbi Asher Dworetsky
Mrs. Smadar Fershtman
Mrs. Elisheva Hakimian
Rabbi Mordechai Harris
Ms. Sara Jaeger
Mrs. Daniella Klein
Rabbi Avraham Panish
Rabbi Jeremy Perlow
General Studies Staff
English – Mrs. Wasser
Mrs. Morey
Mr. Nadell
Holocaust & Hashkafa – Rabbi Elliot Hecht
Math – Mr. Potok
Ms. Tekverk
Physical Education – Mr. Kump
Creative Writing/Research – Mr. Nadell
Mrs. Wassser
Resource Room – Mrs. Wachspress
Science - Ms. Kahn
Mr. Wolfson
Social Studies – Mr. Nadell
Mrs. Seeno
5PROGRAMS & REGULATIONS
The following rules and regulations have been established to enable you to understand clearly
what is expected of your child as a student in a Yeshiva day school.
Admission Cards
Admission cards are sent under separate cover and must be returned on September 1st the first
day of school. UPON ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL ON THE FIRST DAY, YOUR CHILD WILL
BE ASSIGNED TO HIS OR HER CLASSROOM. Please remember your child will not be able
to attend school if you did not obtain financial clearance from the administrative office. If
you have any questions regarding admission cards, please call the administrative office at
(516)565-5640.
Attendance
Comprehensive Attendance Policy
Consistent attendance leads to academic success. Attendance is also crucial for keeping track of
students and to be accountable to parents as to the location of their children during school hours.
It is our objective to make the classes such that students want to attend which will lead to their
success.
Students who arrive after 8:00AM, must report to the Middle School office and have a valid
note from a doctor or parent.
Attendance is taken during first period. Random phone calls are made every day to absentees’
homes to check on their health and wellbeing. Attendance is taken by all teachers at the
beginning of each scheduled class or study period throughout the course of the day. Attendance
is also taken by all teachers during assemblies, class and school field trips, and retreats, etc. A
daily report is given to the principals for their review.
No student will be allowed to leave school for any reason in the middle of the school day
without written consent of his/her parents and approval by the administration. In the
event of a child becoming ill during the day, students must report to the Nurse’s Office
before any arrangements can be made for an early departure. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCE IS A STUDENT TO LEAVE SCHOOL WITHOUT WRITTEN
PERMISSION FROM AN ADMINISTRATOR.
Extended vacations or vacations during school sessions should be limited. Students are
responsible for all classwork, homework, and any exams missed during the time they are absent.
If, in our judgment, the student has a record of excessive absences, a conference with parents
will be necessary. Additionally, course credit may be denied and will be evaluated on a case-by-
case basis.
6A student it considered legally absent (excused) from school for the following reasons:
sickness, death in the family, health treatment or other matters that are approved by the school.
An absence is considered unexcused for all other reasons. A student who is not present in his/her
classroom during the attendance check is late. A student is excused early (early dismissal) only
when parental permission is given in advance in writing to the office.
The attendance codes are:
UA = Unexcused Absence
EA = Excused Absence
L = Late
E = Early Dismissal
Notification
For this policy to be a success, it is imperative that all students and parents be aware of this
policy, its purpose, procedures and the consequences of non-compliance. To ensure that
students, parents, teachers and administrators are notified of and understand this policy, the
following will occur:
• The policy will be emailed to all students’ homes annually and posted on the school’s
website.
• The policy will be explained to students at their orientation assembly.
• All teachers will be given a copy of this policy.
• The Hebrew Academy of Nassau County Board of Education establishes the annual
school calendar, taking into account both religious and secular holidays, as well as
administrative and professional development days.
• The BOE sends out a yearly calendar to the faculty and parent body, as well as updates
when necessary.
Notification to Parents Concerning Absence or Lateness
• Day 2 – Administrator or school nurse will call home
• 20 days - possible referral to home district and or to CPS.
• Parents are informed of their child’s absence and tardiness on the report card. Parents
wishing a more current record are free to call the School Office at any time. Parents may
bring errors or questions to the attention of the School Office.
Students who come late to school after 8AM or leave school early without a valid doctor’s note
or reason will not be eligible for any after school activities or to take any exams that day.
Students who are late three times per trimester without a valid reason will receive a detention.
7Bell Schedules
When the dismissal bell of a class sounds, students have 2 minutes to go immediately to their
next class. Students should have all the materials with them for their classes.
Students must be at their seats and ready to begin their classes on-time. Lateness will not be
tolerated. In most cases, “hanging out” in the halls, visiting with friends, or walking friends to
their lockers causes lateness to class. There is no time between classes for these activities.
Students should be in their seats, and ready to work, when the bell rings. Do not stop in the main
office, guidance office, or nurse’s office between classes without permission from your teacher.
Lateness to class is disruptive to the educational process. Lateness to class will result in the
following:
Lateness to Class
1. 2 times – Student warning, parent notification, and deduction of points
2. 3rd and 4th time – Lunch detention
3. 5th time – 2-day lunch detention
4. 6th time – Parent conference with administrators
Bulletin Boards
School news, schedules and announcements are posted on the bulletin boards. Occasionally
news is posted on the bulletin boards in the classrooms. For the most part, bulletin boards are
reserved for class materials and students’ work. (Students are expected to read and be familiar
with these notices.)
STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO POST ANY MATERIAL ON THESE BOARDS OR ANY
WHERE ELSE IN THE BUILDING WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM ONE OF THE
ADMINISTRATORS. EACH NOTICE MUST BE INITIALED BY ONE OF THE
ADMINISTRATORS.
Bus Behavior
All basic rules of behavior as they apply in school also apply on the school bus.
Respect and consideration should be shown to all passengers and the driver.
BUS TRANSPORTATION MAY BE DENIED TO A STUDENT BY HIS/HER SCHOOL
DISTRICT, EITHER TEMPORARILY OR PERMANENTLY, IF THE BEHAVIOR
WARRANTS IT. Excuses for being late to morning Tefilah because the bus was late will be
accepted in the short term. Students who arrive late because the bus arrived late must report to
Mrs. Raofim in the downstairs office. A bus is late if it arrives after 7:55 A.M. If no report of
the bus being late is recorded, the student is unexcused. It is the student’s responsibility to report
any actions on the part of a bus driver which lead to the lateness of the bus or that could
endanger the health and safety of the students. Additionally, parents should notify their local
school district.
8Campus Regulations
A) Students will be eating in their classrooms. This applies to breakfast and lunch. Please
make sure to watch the cleanliness of the rooms.
B) Athletic activities are encouraged by the HANC administration. Sports activities are
permitted only in the Gymnasium and outdoor fields. Students engaged in any sports
activities in any other part of the building will be disciplined and have all sports
equipment confiscated. The Gym may be used during lunch, a gym period, or other
properly supervised time.
C) Loitering, for any reason, is prohibited. Students must be in their assigned rooms on
time. Any student found cutting a class will be disciplined. First offense will result in a
detention and a zero in class for that day and second offense will result in a parent phone
conference and 3 day detention.
D) Gum chewing, and/or playing electronic games is/are prohibited in classrooms and
hallways during class time.
E) Please place all trash in the proper receptacles. This is your building: please help keep it
neat and clean.
F) Any item of school property vandalized or destroyed by any student must be paid for
before the student will be permitted to return to class. This includes but is not limited to
vandalizing bulletin boards, desks and walls.
G) A zero tolerance policy with regard to possession and/or use of any illegal substance,
including drugs, alcohol and tobacco, will be strictly enforced.
Technology
A) Phones are strictly prohibited in school, upon arrival all phones must be placed in phone
lockers until 4:42PM. Phone infractions will result in the following:
1. First offense: Student will hand in phone for 3 days
2. Second offense: Parent must come to pick up phone
B) Chromebooks will be distributed to each student. These must be bought to school each day,
fully charged.
C) It is expected that students will respect the equipment and use the Internet responsibly and
appropriately. Please see our AUP (Acceptable Use Policy) contract.
D) Internet etiquette includes, but is not limited to: 1. Do not share your password with anyone
else. 2. Be polite and use only appropriate language. 3. Do not reveal personal information
about yourself or others. 4. Use the Web for approved academic assignments only. 5. Do
not use the network in any way that would disrupt services to others.
E) Computer and Internet Use Regulations: Unacceptable behaviors that will not be tolerated.
Inappropriate use of the Internet and/or e-mail away from school that impacts negatively on
the school, other students, or staff is unacceptable. Inappropriate activity includes
Cyberbullying; that is, using the Internet, e-mail, instant messaging, etc. to write cruel,
derogatory or threatening messages, spread rumors or gossip, or in any other way
9F) make fun of others. Such activities, although they may take place at home, are subject to
school discipline consequences and report to outside authorities.
Penalties for Infractions:
1. User privileges suspended and parental notification
2. User privileges denied
3. Depending on the seriousness of the offense, immediate suspension or expulsion
Cheating
A) Cheating is a major violation of Torah values. Students giving or receiving aid or using
an illegal aid will receive an automatic zero. Any future occurrence of cheating may
result in failure and/or dismissal.
B) Any material falsely submitted as a student’s original work, or the product of plagiarism,
will receive a zero. Any future occurrence may result in a failing grade for the trimester.
Chesed Requirement
All students are expected to live the life of a Ben/Bat Torah in all ways. Acts of kindness
(Chesed) are required of all Jews. Each HANC Middle School student is required to perform a
minimum of 10 hours of Chesed service annually within his/her community. A list of suggested
activities is available from and a verification form must be completed and submitted to the
Middle School office. Performing Chesed is a requirement for graduation. Participation in
the Celebrate Israel Parade is mandatory and 2 hours of Chesed will be credited.
Curriculum
Our school provides a dual curriculum of Judaic and General Studies. Our Judaic Studies
curriculum is in keeping with the standard required curricular goals of Jewish Day Schools
affiliated with the Torah Umesorah National Society of Hebrew Day Schools and AMODS –
Association of Modern Orthodox Day Schools. It emphasizes Hebrew Language, ethical morals
and values, Navi, Chumash, Jewish History, and Talmud Study as well as prayer, love of
Medinat Yisrael, Holocaust Study, and the experience of participating in the Jewish holidays.
Our General Studies curriculum provides for an enriching experience in Math, Language Arts
(Reading,Writing, and Literature), Science, Computer Science, Health, and Social Studies. Our
program allows all of our students to reach their highest potential.
On Curriculum Night you will have an opportunity to meet the teachers, and learn about the
curriculum. Back to School Night will be on Monday September 13th, 2021.
10Expected Behaviors for HANC Middle School Students
All students are expected to abide by the following rules and regulations:
1. Report to all periods on time with all necessary materials
2. Be seated and begin work at the bell
3. Talk or leave seat only with permission
4. Do not eat, chew, or drink anything but water during class
5. Abide by the dress code
6. Be respectful to everyone (no teasing or bullying – verbally or physically)
7. Help maintain the best learning atmosphere (do not waste the time of other students
or the teacher)
8. Refrain from running in hallways.
9. Do not use language or gestures that are profane, lewd, vulgar or abusive
10. Harassment (or Bullying) is strictly prohibited
If Expected Behaviors Are Not Followed:
Step 1: The teacher will speak privately to the student to address the problem
Step 2: The student will receive detention. Teacher will contact to parent.
Step 3: A meeting with parents, administrators, social workers, teacher and student will take
place to develop a contract
Step 4: If contract is violated, all school privileges (clubs, sports, etc.) are lost for a minimum
of two weeks (to be determined by administrators) and there may be a suspension as
well.
Discipline
The best discipline is self-discipline. Students are expected to behave. Administrators, guidance
personnel, and teachers will help you achieve this goal. Accordingly, failure to conduct yourself
properly, including, but not limited to being disrespectful to any member of the school
community, will result in disciplinary action. Disciplinary action may include detention, a parent
conference, in school suspension, or suspension from school. Any suspension will require a
parent conference.
Detention
1. Spend lunchtime in detention room
2. May only do schoolwork there
3. If student doesn’t behave properly in detention, then that detention is void and
he/she must serve another one.
4. If student doesn’t come for detention – loses all school privileges (clubs, sports, etc.)
for one week AND the number of detentions is doubled (miss one detention and you
serve two; miss a second detention and serve four).
11Dismissal
Dismissal is at 4:42 PM Monday through Thursday and 1:45 PM on Friday. If a parent is
picking up a child, it is the parent’s responsibility to be on time. Parents can park in the parking
lot or along Oak Street. Parents must come into the building to pick up their children. We are
concerned about the safety of our students. Please be sure to notify the office when your child is
to go to a friend’s house after school. We ask that you send a written request whenever your
child is to be dismissed to someone other than a parent. Bus companies do not permit children
who are not assigned to their bus to board their vehicles. It is expected and assumed that
someone is home to receive your child at drop off time. Should this not be the case, please
notify the office before departure. The driver is not responsible for determining if someone is
home. We appreciate your cooperation with all regulations concerning our commitment to the
children’s safety.
DRESS CODE REGULATIONS
2020-2021
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Dress Code
A copy of the full school dress code has been sent home under separate cover. A student who is
well-groomed and neatly attired is more apt to behave and study better. In order to present a
more conducive atmosphere for learning, the following Dress Code will be enforced.
Boys
➢ Shirts with collars ONLY. Tee-shirts or sweat shirts of any kind are never permitted
in lieu of a collared shirt. Shirts must be fully buttoned at all times.
➢ Jeans of any color, pants which resemble jeans, or cargo pants are not acceptable.
➢ Sweatshirts and sweaters are acceptable over a collared shirt only if the collar is
visible at all times.
➢ Socks must be worn at all times.
➢ Kippa and Tzizit must be worn at all times - in and out of school. If you wish to
purchase Tzitit, please email Mrs. Salzbank at ssalzbank@hanc.org and we will order
them for you. Please remember to include your size.
➢ Hair style and hair length must be acceptable to the administration. Those students,
who do not meet the school’s standards, will not be admitted to classes.
➢ Students who do not adhere to the dress code will not be permitted into class. The
school will no longer provide clothing for the students. Students will not be given the
opportunity to adjust their clothing or retrieve clothing.
➢ First offense: Warning and parent will be contacted. Second offense: Sit for in-
school suspension. Third offense: Student will be sent home.
12Girls
➢ Dresses with sleeves or blouses with sleeves are appropriate attire. Sleeves must be
at least midway between elbow and shoulder. “Cap sleeve” tops are not acceptable.
Shirts with inappropriate writing on them are not permitted.
➢ Tight fitting tops or skirts are not proper attire. Dresses and skirts must cover the
knee at all times, sitting and standing. Slits in skirts must not be higher than knee
length. Necklines must be modest.
➢ Girls are never permitted to wear pants in the school building except during Physical
Education classes.
➢ New for this year: Students who wish to dye their hair must use natural hair coloring.
➢ Students who do not adhere to the dress code will not be permitted into class. The
school will no longer provide clothing for the students. Students will not be given the
opportunity to adjust their clothing or retrieve clothing.
➢ First offense: Warning and parent will be contacted. Second offense: Sit for in-
school suspension. Third offense: Student will be sent home.
Emergency Home Contact Cards
ACCIDENT AND/OR ILLNESS IN SCHOOL – The link to an Emergency Home Contact
questionnaire will be emailed from the business office. This questionnaire must be completed
and submitted as soon as possible. Please make sure that all information is accurate.
Examinations
Teachers are provided with a schedule of subjects by days of the week as a guideline for the
administration of exams and announced quizzes to any given group of students. If a test or quiz
is postponed to another day, the postponed exam may be an addition to any tests already
scheduled for that day.
A class with more than the allotted number of exams or quizzes on any specific day should first
bring the issue to its teachers for resolution. If the issue is not resolved, a student from the class
should report the issue to a principal as soon as possible, but no later than two school days prior
to the scheduled exams. Please contact Mrs. Morey with any questions about the test
schedule.
Students absent on the day of an exam are required to make up the missed exam on the day of
their return or on an alternate day as determined by the teacher. A grade of zero will be given for
any missed exams not taken.
Excuse from Physical Education Class
State law requires all pupils in grades 7 and 8 to attend and participate in physical education.
Therefore, if a child is to be temporarily excluded from any physical activity, a written note from
a doctor must be given stating the reason for the temporary exclusion. If we do not receive a
written request, the child will take part in outdoor recess and/or physical education classes as
usual.
13Extra-Curricular Activities, Teams and Events
Book Club
Debating Team - competition on inter-school levels
Jewish Affairs Committee
Layl Iyun - focused on specific areas of Jewish awareness
Photography Committee
Publications - Middle School Yearbook
Retreats - at various times during the year
Scrabble (inter-school competition)
Sports Teams (Inter-Yeshiva League Competition):
Basketball (separate boys and girls)
Hockey
Soccer (separate boys and girls)
Coding Club
Torah Bowl (Inter-Yeshiva League Competition - separate boys and girls leagues)
Field Trips
Educational field trips help promote learning through experience and enhance the child’s
understanding of academic subjects. Notification will be sent home prior to any trip. The field
trips are an integral part of our curriculum. A general trip permission slip is being sent home
under separate cover. Please sign it and return it with your child to the Middle School office.
Field trips have always been a source of pride and pleasure for our school and we are often
complimented on the behavior of our students. Please encourage this positive behavior in your
child so that we have another year with these experiences. Field trips are a privilege. Students
whose behavior has been unacceptable may be excluded from participating in field trips.
Fighting
A student engaged in any physical altercation will be immediately disciplined. A parent
conference will be required. Suspension and/or expulsion from school are possible
consequences.
Harassment
Any form of harassment including behaviors, comments or suggestions to other students or
teachers will not be tolerated. A parent conference may be required. A student who is found in
violation of the code of behavior may be suspended or expelled.
Homework
Homework assignments are given for the following reasons:
To promote good work and study habits in children.
To reinforce class lessons.
To provide a way for a teacher to assess student understanding
To provide a sharing of learning experiences between parent and child
To allow for communication between the parent and teacher
14Success is often achieved by students who do their homework. Please help your child succeed
by providing him/her with a quiet place for doing homework and setting a time when the child is
expected to do homework. Please encourage your child to plan ahead with regard to long-term
assignments, projects or exams. This will avoid last minute work. Assignments are posted on
Blackbaud.
It is the child’s responsibility to complete homework assignments. Parents should support the
child in completing his or her assignments. Parents should not do the assignments. If a parent
has a question with regard to an assignment, the parent should address the question to the
teacher. Parents should contact the school in order to leave a message for the teacher. All
teachers also have email addresses which will be distributed at the beginning of the school year.
Intra/Inter-School Teams
A team member is representative of the Yeshiva. Therefore eligibility for participations requires:
A) Behavior reflecting his/her yeshiva background;
B) A minimum academic average of 75 both in Limudei Kodesh and General
Studies classes, and no grades that are incomplete or failing; and
C) An approved medical card issued by our nurse prior to any try-out session for
athletic teams.
Students who violate these rules will not be allowed to be a member of the team.
Students who are absent for all or part of a day will not be allowed to participate in any activity
after school. Violation of this rule may result in removal from the team.
Students whose behavior is not acceptable, according to our rules, will be removed from all
intra/inter-school activities.
Kashrut
As most other Day Schools, HANC has a student body whose families do not all follow identical
standards of religious practice. Our school, however, maintains fixed standards of observance
with regard to Kashrut and Sabbath.
School parties: NO home baked or homemade products may be brought into the school. Only
products with reliable Kashrut supervision are acceptable. Neighborhood bakeries must also
have the appropriate supervision. Open packages may not be sent in for distribution, even with
an appropriate Hashgacha.
The following symbols represent reliable Kashrut Supervisory Agencies:
OU OK KOF-K STAR-K CRC
A simple “K” or “K-Pareve” is not acceptable since these symbols do not necessarily indicate
certification by a reliable Kashrut organization. “K” is a non-registered trademark which anyone
may use.
15Library
HANC’s Library is open to students on Monday – Thursday from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and
on Friday from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The librarians are available to assist you with research
projects and to locate materials from books, audio and visual materials, and the internet.
The Library is a place of quiet study. Students violating Library rules will not be allowed to use
the facilities for a period of time as determined by a Principal.
Lockers
All students are expected to respect the belongings of their fellow students. Any evidence of a
student defacing or taking items from another student’s locker will result in disciplinary action.
A student must use only his/her assigned locker.
Lockers should be cleaned out regularly. The administration reserves the right to inspect lockers
at any time. Students may go to their lockers upon arrival, at recess, at lunch time, before
afternoon classes, after Mincha, before leaving school, and on gym days before and after gym.
It is your responsibility to make sure that there is enough space in your locker to store school
related materials. Kicking the lockers will not help in opening them. (The school will not be
responsible for items removed from a locker that has not been properly locked).
NO DECALS OR OTHER PRINTED MATERIALS ARE TO BE PLACED ON THE
OUTSIDE OF THE LOCKERS. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO REMOVE ALL DECALS.
It is expected that any interior locker decoration conforms to the spirit of a Yeshiva atmosphere.
Lost and Found
Any lost items will be brought to the Lost and Found bin. All small items of value (e.g. jewelry
and eyeglasses) will be placed in the office. All books will be brought to a designated area
adjacent to the office.
Lunch Time
Assorted hot and cold foods are available from our food service vendor. Only dairy lunches
may be brought from home unless the school has a meat lunch.
Students should eat in their 4th period classroom. Students should throw away their garbad.
Classes will not be dismissed until all garbade has been disposed of.
During lunch, students may be in one of the following supervised areas: gym/cafeteria, outside
by the playground (weather permitting), outside by the basketball court (weather permitting)
16Medical Information
A. Immunization and Physicals: In order to attend school in September, all students must
be FULLY vaccinated, as per the New York State immunization requirements. No student will
be allowed to begin school unless we have ALL of the student's medical and immunization
records. Students who are in the process of being immunized should reach out to their school
campus to discuss the documentation that is required to be submitted.
Medical exemptions will be accepted. Per the New York State legislation that went into effect on
June 13, 2019, religious exemptions are no longer allowed under New York State law and will
not be accepted at HANC.
All required medical and immunization records MUST be submitted by AUGUST 1st. The
following students must submit medical and immunization paperwork:
Middle School/High School Medical & Immunization Paperwork
B. Administration of Internal Medication
According to N.Y. State requirements, our school nurse cannot administer medication
unless the following procedure is followed:
1. The school nurse must have on file a written request from the family physician
indicating the frequency and dosage of a prescribed medication.
2. The nurse must have on file a written request from the parent to administer the
medication as specified by the physician.
3. The medication should be delivered directly to the school nurse by the parent. No
medication should be sent to the school nurse with the child. The temptation to
“share” a single dose or multiple dose is a real danger. Every year there are a
number of cases of severe drug reactions reported across the nation as a result of
this hazard.
4. The medication will be kept in the school nurse’s office, in a locked cabinet,
completely separated from any supplies for emergency care.
5. The medication must be in the original container divided to two properly labeled
bottles, one for the home, and the other for the school.
Mincha
Mincha will begin approximately three minutes after the 2:25 P.M. bell rings. Attendance for
Mincha (for boys and girls) is, as for Shacharit, mandatory. All students are required to attend
and report directly at the sound of the bell to their designated Mincha rooms. Students should
not use their lockers until after Mincha. Students cutting Mincha will be subject to detention and
suspension.
17Parties-Bar/BatMitzvah
If you are making a birthday party or Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration, please keep in mind that
inviting some children and not others can be hurtful. When planning your child’s at home party,
please adhere to school’s kashrut policies. We also urge that paper dishes and plastic utensils be
used at all times. We will address Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrations fully with all students and
families at the beginning of the school year.
Parent Locker
Parent Locker is a tool for teachers to communicate with their students and parents. Tests and
projects are entered on the calendar, along with materials needed. On a daily basis, homework is
posted and any attachments needed are provided. Test grades are also entered. This tool allows
students to evaluate their progress and avoid missing work if they misplace it or are absent.
Parents are also encouraged to review the site regularly. More information about Parent Locker
will be sent under separate cover.
Parental Financial Obligations
A. To HANC
The timely payment of tuition and associated fees is critical to the operation of the
school. HANC will not issue diplomas, report cards or transcripts to or for students
whose financial obligations to the school are in default.
B. To Vendors
HANC has arranged for outside vendors to provide services to its students. Parents enter
into agreements with the vendors, such as for lunch services. The failure to honor the
obligations to the vendors jeopardizes the availability of the vendor services to the
HANC community. In order to assure continued services, we request that parents honor
their commitments in a timely manner.
Scholastic Achievement
Report cards are distributed three times during the school year. Interim reports are also sent
home. Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled during the first and second trimesters.
Conferences are an important time for discussing your child’s academic progress. These
conferences are held in the evenings according to the following schedule:
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Monday, March 14, 2022
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Standardized tests are administered annually as a means to better evaluate each child’s progress.
18Security
Consistent with the law and HANC’s policy, we reserve the right to search any student and/or
his/her personal property on HANC’s premises including vehicles, clothing, packages, purses,
briefcases, lunch boxes, or other containers, if there is reason to believe that the law or HANC
policy is being violated. HANC may also conduct unannounced random searches of its facilities
and property. A student’s refusal to cooperate in any inspection will result in disciplinary action.
Student Organization
Elections will be held in the fall to select a Middle School Student Council.
Membership in the Student Organization is automatic and gives you a voice in the functioning of
our school.
Student Organization officers will have regular meetings with the faculty advisor in order to
discuss how to improve the school.
Substitutes
When a teacher is absent, the substitute in charge has the same authority as the regular classroom
teacher. Moreover, substitute teachers are entitled to and deserve the same respect as the regular
classroom teacher.
Tefilah
Shacharit services begins at 8:00 A.M. for both boys and girls. All students are required to bring
their own siddur from home. The warning bell at 7:55 A.M. is a signal for students to begin
moving towards their “M’Komot Tefilah.” Students who ignore the warning bell and do not
arrive at minyan on time will be subject to disciplinary action. Repeated instances of tardiness
will require a parent conference.
During Tefilah, the room in which you are davening is transformed into a Mikdash M’at; a
sanctified area. Students must enter the room with dignity and reverence. No talking is ever
permitted during Tefilah - even during Chazarat Hashatz. For boys, Tefilin must not be removed
until students are dismissed for breakfast.
The Tefilin is your most valuable possession. Put them in your locker immediately after Tefilah.
Please do not leave them on the tables. You may not be able to locate them the next day. Avoid
Chilul Hashem!
Use of Computer and Electronic Mail
See policy sent under separate cover.
Visitors
A friend or relative may visit the school and follow your program, subject to the following rules:
1) Written permission must be obtained from the principals at least two days in
advance of the proposed visit;
2) A written pass must be obtained on the day of the visit from the office;
3) A teacher in any period can exclude visitors if such presence is not considered
desirable (e.g. test session)
19Student Information Sheet
What to do if you. . .
...lost your book or sefer Check the lost & Found on the 1st Floor. If you can’t
find it, pay for your lost book to get a replacement
book or sefer.
...were not given a book See Rabbi Hecht
...do not feel well See the nurse on the 1st Floor.
...can’t open your locker Speak to Tzippy
...have an exam conflict See Mrs. Morey.
...missed your bus going home Go to the first floor School office
...lost valuables See a secretary.
...have any type of problem... See an administrator or guidance
-with friends counselor.
-with parents
-with teachers
...need copies made Use copy machine in the library.
...need advice about a term paper or project See Librarian or Teacher.
...are absent from school Call a classmate for assignments and look at
Blackbaud.
...forgot homework or term paper at home Ask your parent to fax it to the school
(516-489-1142).
...want to try out for a sports team See nurse for a medical card. You can’t try
out without one.
...are having difficulty in a course See an administrator.
...want to get involved in extracurricular See Mrs. Morey.
activities
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