Dear BMC Community:
Are you ready for the first day of school, Wednesday, September 6? Hopefully the summer has renewed and
rejuvenated everyone. When we think of summer vacation we think of activities such as camping, swimming,
travel, and just “hanging out ” with our friends. We sometimes forget that educational opportunities we
participate in can also be fun and provide us with opportunities for new friendships or the renewal of old
friendships as we grown as learners. Many of our students have participated in such opportunities through
their attendance at our Summer Reading First Camp for K-3 students, many 7-12 students attended summer
school to further their education, some took drivers education and still others participated in sports camps.
Like our students, many staff members also continued to grown as life-long learners, participating in
professional development workshops and working on curriculum with colleagues. While this may sound
more like work than fun it also provides people connections that are meaningful and that help us to grow as
individuals and this CAN be fun!
The 2006-2007 school year brings some changes that we are all excited about. First, we now have a 6-8 Middle
Level program with Cathy Devins as principal. This office is located where the Guidance Office was. The
Guidance Office has now moved to the front of the school, with the Elementary Office. We also are extremely
excited about our continuation with the Reading First Grant. We have received an additional three-year grant.
And last, but not least, as with every organization, we have had people leave and new people hired. The
following are the new faces that we will be welcoming this school year:
Lori Malette – Grade 3 Teaching Assistant
Carley Dumas (Botto) – Spanish Teacher
Wayne Fletcher – Earth Science Teacher
Mary Hart – Speech and Language Teacher
Judy Wilson – Supervisor of Attendance
Richard Robert – Teaching Assistant
I look forward to the many opportunities and challenges that BMC will face this school year. With our
outstanding student body, dedicated staff and the support of parents, guardians, and community, we will
continue to be successful meeting the needs of all of our students. A large part of this success relies on
parental involvement. BMC encourages parents to become involved with the school. When parents and the
school are working together, it will always be a win-win situation. So, please get involved this school year.
I want to take this opportunity to thank all of our staff who continues to work hard this summer to prepare for
the opening day of school, to our teachers who have continued to grow professionally through workshops and
curriculum work, and to our students, and community who support BMC. Working together is an absolute
necessity to ensure our children will be successful adults.
I look forward to the 2006-2007 school year as we all renew friendships, begin new friendships and grow as
life-long learners.
Sincerely,
Robin A. Jones
Superintendent of Schools
WELCOME BACK FROM THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
We are ready to start another new and exciting year at Brushton-Moira
Elementary School. The school is squeaky clean and the staff is ready to
welcome your children back.
We have been awarded the Reading First Grant for another three year
period. We are very happy about that and proud of the teachers involved
in the grant writing process for all of their hard work. This will mean that
we are able to continue to focus on Scientifically Based Reading Research
(SBRR) and offer better interventions to students to improve their reading.
Your child will be bringing home the Community Handbook during the first
week of school. Please read it over carefully before you sign the cover
page. Please note the times for classes to begin and end. We ask that
you call to speak with your child’s teacher before 7:50 or after 2:10.
Our students have a lot of learning to do and are better able to focus
when the teaching is uninterrupted. Also, please refrain from letting
your child bring toys to school. Many of the hand-held games, trading
cards and other toys are very expensive and should not come into school.
These will distract your child and other students nearby.
The Summer Reading Program was well attended and many children had the chance to maintain
and enhance their skills during the five-week program. Some children attended summer school
in Malone and others attended various summer camp programs in the area.
Enjoy the last few weeks of summer, read together with your children and get ready for another
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exciting year. The first day of classes for students is Wednesday, September 6 . Please
remember that a signed note is needed in order to change the location where your child will go
at the end of the day. This is critical for the safety of all children.
Finally, I would like to invite you to visit school. Our teachers are
always anxious to keep in touch with you. There will be a “Back-toth
School Night” on Tuesday, September 12 at 6:00 pm. The first
Parent-Teacher-Student Organization meeting is Wednesday,
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September 20 at 7:00 pm. Research indicates that students who
have parents who are involved in the school do better than those who
don’t. You are personally invited to get involved.
- Mrs. Andre
WELCOME TO MIDDLE LEVEL
GRADES 6, 7, & 8
The 2006 – 2007 school year is going to be a little different at Brushton-Moira for
students in grades 6 – 8. There have been room changes and teacher changes. One
of the bigger changes is the creation of a Middle Level consisting of grades 6, 7, & 8!
The Middle Level/CSE office is now located in the former Guidance Office just before
you get to the high school office.
To introduce all 3 grades to the new Middle Level, there will be an Orientation
for all students in grade 6, grade 7 and grade 8 and their parents on Wednesday,
August 30, 2006 @ 6:00 p.m. The program will include a light dinner, information
about school procedures including a Middle Level Handbook, introduction of staff,
students receiving their schedules and lockers and a tour of the building.
The Middle Level was awarded a MetLife Grant for this school year, so there will
be some extra activities and events planned for Middle Level students. One
organization, the Junior National Honor Society, was stared last year and we hope
there will be many new members in 2006 – 2007. Other extras this year include a
scheduled time for help with homework and assignments for Middle/High School
students and a Middle Level website and newspaper to keep students, parents and the
community informed of all that is happening in school.
The Middle Level rules are:
Work Hard
Be Nice
Make Healthy Choices
I am looking forward to this school year as the new Principal for the Middle
Level. I will see you at Orientation!
Mrs. Devins
NEWS FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL
Hello everyone! I hope that each one of you in the Brushton-Moira community is
having a wonderful summer. Things here at the high school have been going very
well. We are working diligently to prepare for the upcoming school
year. There are several projects underway that, when completed,
will help our students have a successful 2006-2007 school year. Here
are a couple highlights:
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We have finalized student schedules to reflect the new
school board requirements that each student take 6
credits during the school year.
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We will implement a new co-teaching program that will help students meet
and exceed New York State Learning Standards.
If you have a child attending school at Brushton-Moira Central School you should have
received a mailing with information about the 2006-2007 school year.
Please read this information carefully and return those items to
school that require your response. Your cooperation in this matter
will ensure that your child starts the school year on a positive note.
We are looking forward to a productive and enjoyable school year.
Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Steve Grenville
Secondary Principal
BRUSHTON-MOIRA
2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR
CENTRAL
Dates underlined are Regents Examinations. Opening Day for staff is Sept. 1
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Adopted by Board of Education on April 6, 2006
OPENING DAY FOR STUDENTS
Opening day for BMC students in grades K-12 is Wednesday, September 6, 2006.
6-12 students should arrive between 8:30 a.m. and 8:40 a.m. 7 – 12 students will receive their schedules and home room
assignment in the mail during the week of August 25th.
All students will receive an Agenda Planner furnished by CoolBrands Dairy, Inc. These will be required throughout the year
for hall passes, library use, tracking assignments, goal setting, and notes home. Please read over the information contained
in the planner, discuss the Goal Setting with your parents or guardians and periodically check the record of achievement
and assignment logs. All students will also receive a bifold brochure explaining our discipline policy and procedures.
K – 5 students will start arriving at 7:30 a.m.; K – 3rd will be dismissed at 1:55 p.m., 4th & 5th grades will be
dismissed at 1:58 p.m. 6 – 12th grades the homeroom warning bell is 8:40 a.m. and will be dismissed at 3:00
p.m.
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PROCEDURE FOR BUS PASSES
If a student should need to go somewhere other than home, he/she must bring a note from a parent or legal guardian.
The note should have the child’s name, where he/she is to go, bus # if possible or person’s address. Please do not give a
child a note for a party after school, if at all possible, because this sometimes overloads the bus.
Phone calls cannot be taken for a bus pass. This is for the health and safety of students. If your child needs a bus
pass after he/she has left for school, you will have to bring in a note or fax one to the school at 529-6062.
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This is a notice to the residents of the Brushton-Moira community that the Brushton-Moira Central School District has completed
applications for the following federal grants that are part of the recently enacted “No Child Left Behind” education legislation:
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I Part A Basic Program
I Part D Neglected, Delinquent or At-Risk
II Part A Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting
II Part D Enhancing Education through Technology
IV Part A Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities
V Part A Innovative Programs
VI Part B Subpart 2 Rural Education Initiative, Rural and Low Income School Program
The funds from these grants are used to hire teachers and other staff to provide additional supplemental education services, implement
drug and violence prevention programs, reduce class size, provide training for all district staff, and to purchase new technology.
Questions regarding these grant applications may be directed to the Superintendent at 529-8948 or to the building principals at 529-7324
or 529-7342.
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SCHOOL PESTICIDE NOTIFICATION
Schools are required to maintain a listing of staff and persons in parental relation who wish to receive forty – eight hour
prior written notification of pesticide application at relevant facilities and procedures on how to register with the school to
be on such a list for notification. This notice shall be made available for the beginning of summer school session and at the
beginning and end of each school year.
At this time, the Brushton-Moira Central School District is not using any pesticide application that falls under the regulation
put forth by the State Education Department. There is no need for any staff member or parent to request prior notification.
Any person with a question or concern should contact Robin Jones, Superintendent of Schools, Brushton-Moira Central
School District at 518-529-8948.
Dear Parents:
As the new school year approaches it is time to think once again about the importance of school attendance.
As many of you remember, Brushton-Moira Central adopted a new Attendance Policy for 2003 – 2004. This
policy was adopted because a student’s attendance in school is very important. It builds good habits,
responsibility, and helps a student achieve academic goals. Good student attendance is a hallmark of
responsibility that leads to developing good work habits. Also, academic success depends heavily on class
attendance since the teaching and learning that goes on in the classroom cannot be duplicated.
After a student returns to school following an absence, it is very important that an excuse be sent to school with
him/her. The excuse should be turned in at the main office before homeroom begins. A written excuse from
the parent or guardian must be provided within three days after an absence or the absence will be
recorded as unexcused.
If a student should need to leave school early for any reason, a written note from a parent or legal guardian
must be brought to the office before homeroom starts. Any note that is received later in the day will result
in a phone call being made to the parent to ensure that the note is authentic. If a student needs to leave early
and does not have a note, the parent or legal guardian may fax an early dismissal note to 529-6062 or may
come to the office and fill out an early dismissal form. A student cannot be dismissed as result of a
phone call to the main office.
If a student is late for school, after 7:45 a.m. for grades K-5 and after 8:44 a.m. for grades 6-12,
he/she needs to sign in at the office before going to his/her class or locker. For every three
unexcused tardies, students will receive one – hour of detention.
At the end of every quarter, a letter will be sent home to those parents of students who have been absent 10%
or more of the days that school has been in session. These letters will include the number of excused as well as
unexcused absences. These letters are a good way to let you know how quickly absences can add up. It is very
important for a child’s education that he/she is in school.
When entering school this fall, each student will be given a student handbook with information about what will
be expected of him/her and his/her parents. Please take the time to read this over very carefully with your
child. Should you have any problems or questions, now and throughout the year, feel free to call the school.
Teachers and staff are more than willing to help.
Enjoy the rest of your break. We look forward to welcoming your child in the fall for the beginning of a new
school year.
Sincerely,
Steven Grenville
Secondary Principal
COMPREHENSIVE ATTENDANCE POLICY
Plain Language Version
1. The overall objective of Brushton-Moira Central School District’s Comprehensive Attendance Policy is to
make sure that students attend school regularly in conformance with New York State Education Law.
2. The District will use a variety of means to determine if this objective is met, including registration cards,
biennial census, records of daily attendance, and distribution of a daily absentee sheet to employees of the
district.
3. Students and parents/guardians should be aware of the following listings of excused and unexcused
absences, tardiness, and early departures.
Excused absences, tardiness, and early departures:
Illness
Death/illness in family
Doctor/dentist/hospital or other medical appointment
Court/probation appearance
Religious observance
Military/jury service
College visitations
Unexcused absences, tardiness, and early departures:
Truancy (that is, skipping school without knowledge of parent/guardian)
Overslept
No ride
Missed the bus
Work – except with application and prior approval
Personal
Family vacations
Other such instances at the discretion of the administrator
Each absence and tardiness from school with parental knowledge requires a signed note from the
parent or guardian within three school days of the absence or tardiness. Failure to produce a
signed note from the parent or guardian may result in disciplinary action.
Truancy is the willful violation by a student of the Compulsory Attendance Law (Education Law 4305). The
Brushton-Moira School District will impose disciplinary measures for part day or full day truancy; measures are
specified within the Comprehensive Attendance Policy.
4. The District uses a specific coding system to identify the reason for a pupil's absence, tardiness, or early
departure. The reader should refer to the Comprehensive Attendance Policy for details.
5. The District wishes to support students who have shown good attendance habits. Thus, the District will
use a number of incentives to support students who have attended school regularly to include senior
privileges, public recognition, and perfect attendance listings.
6. The District has an obligation to keep parents/guardians informed by phone, letter, or personal visit
about any attendance problems of their children. Students who are absent, tardy or depart early miss
valuable instruction. Therefore, if the total of excused and/or unexcused absences/tardiness/early releases is
greater than four (4) in any 10 week period, a letter signed by the principal and the attendance officer will be
mailed home. This letter will identify absences and tardiness as excused or unexcused. In the event that
there are a large number of unexcused absences/tardiness/early releases, the student may be subject to
consequences to range from detention to suspension from privileges such as those accorded to seniors in high
school.
7. A number of intervention strategies will be used by teachers, other school employees, and collaborating
service providers to address identified patterns of unexcused pupil absence, tardiness or early departure. A
listing of possible strategies may be viewed within the Comprehensive Attendance Policy of the school district.
8. The Building Principals and Supervisor of Attendance are responsible for reviewing pupil attendance
records and initiating appropriate action to address unexcused pupil absence, tardiness, and early departures
that are consistent with the Comprehensive Attendance Policy:
To obtain further information, a parent/guardian is encouraged to contact administrators or the
Superintendent of Schools to obtain a copy of Board Policy 5100: Comprehensive Attendance Policy.
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Parent Teacher Student Organization
2006 – 2007 PTSO
7:00 p.m. in the Elementary Cafeteria
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Plan to attend some of these meetings. Topics such as testing programs, school report cards, financial
support for school programs, playground maintenance and school budget are discussed. Come be an active
member of the committee. The price of admission is your interest.
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Brushton-Moira Chapter, National Junior Honor Society Selection Criteria
and Eligibility of Membership
I.
The Faculty Council
A. Purposes
1. determine selection procedure
2. selection BMC National Junior Honor Society members
3. hear dismissal cases
II.
Eligibility
A. students who have completed 1st semester of 7th grade
III.
Selection
A. The faculty council will meet and select members by simple majority vote. Selection will be based on
the following criteria:
1. Scholarship – 90.0 average (6th, 7th, and 8th grades)
2. Character – respect, responsibility, honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, and caring
3. Leadership – in school and/or community organizations
4. Service – actions undertaken for the benefit of others
5. Citizenship – high regard for freedom, justice, and respect of the American form of government
IV.
Dismissal
A. Any member who fails to maintain eligibility or membership requirements will be considered for
dismissal.
BRUSHTON-MOIRA CHAPTER, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SELECTION CRITERIA AND
ELIGIBILITY OF MEMBERSHIP
I. The Faculty Council
A. Purposes
1.
Determine selection procedure
2.
Select BMC National Honor Society members
3.
Hear dismissal cases (any student being considered for dismissal will appear
before the council)
B. Members: appointed by principal and advisor
1.
Local chapter advisor – ex – officio member
2.
One teacher of each sophomore class listed below:
a.
English
b.
Math
c.
French or Spanish
d.
Science
e.
Social Studies
3.
In the event the advisor is one of the five teachers listed above, another teacher
will serve as the fifth voting council member.
II. Eligibility
A. Students who have completed their sophomore year and
1.
Have attained an 88.0 cumulative school average, based on freshman and
sophomore years’ final averages and
2.
Have accumulated 10 credits
III. Selection
A. Students meeting the above eligibility requirements will be asked to complete a
qualification rating form.
B. The faculty council will meet and select members by simple majority vote.
Selection will be based on:
1.
Scholarship
a.
88.0 average, 10 credits by end of sophomore year, 15 credits by
end of junior year, and 22 credits by end of senior year.
b.
Subjective considerations of reasons for dropping courses.
c.
Enrichments, courses, attitude, daily marks vs. test grades.
2.
Character
a.
Above average character
b.
Consideration of cheating
1. Documented proof by a teacher during a supervised
exam is an automatic bar from membership.
2. Suspicion of cheating will be considered.
3. Teacher will determine what constitutes cheating for
his/her own students.
c.
Conduct
1. Expulsion from school results in automatic bar from
membership.
2. Illegal activities, suspension, general behavior will be
considered.
3.
IV.
Leadership and service
a.
In addition to being judged worthy in scholarship and character, a
student must excel in either service or leadership and display some
quality of the order.
b.
Leadership and service may be exhibited in either school or
community.
c.
Eligible students will supply information on the qualification rating
form.
d.
Faculty advisors will be consulted regarding the role student has
played in activities.
e.
Consideration of leadership evidences such as initiative, promotion
of teamwork, and accepting responsibility will be given.
Dismissal
A. Any member who fails to maintain eligibility or membership requirements will be
considered for dismissal.
B. Members’ averages will be checked at the end of each semester. If the academic
average falls below 88.0 for two consecutive quarters, the member will be notified in
writing and given one semester to raise the average to 88.0. In the case of a second
semester senior, the senior will be given one quarter to raise his/her average to 88.0.
C. The faculty council will meet with any member being considered for dismissal and hear
and decide the case as a body.
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IMPORTANT NOTICES
The Brushton-Moira Central School District complies with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Parents of students and
eligible students will have the right to inspect and review any and all official records directly relating to their child(ren) and have the
right to refuse the release of student directory information, i.e. Name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, major field of
study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height (if members of athletic teams), degrees and awards
received, and the name of the educational agency or institution previously attended by the student.
Anyone wishing to exercise this right must provide the school with written notification by October 1, 2006.
Christina Dufrane in the Superintendent’s office for further details.
Please contact Mrs.
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In compliance with Federal Law, P.L. 94-142, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Action of 1973, it is mandatory to provide
educational programs for children under 21 years of age who may be disabled and who live in Brushton-Moira Central School District.
If you suspect that your child has a possible mental, physical or emotional disability, please contact Mrs. Catherine Devins at 529-7324.
Your inquiry will be kept confidential. The school is willing to provide information and assistance to have your child reach his or her full
potential.
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The Brushton-Moira Central School District’s Board of Education offers all students and staff equal opportunity for membership and
participation in all programs and activities which are offered by the school district regardless of age, color, religion, creed, disability,
marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender or sexual orientation.
All interested persons, including persons with impaired vision and hearing, can obtain information as to the existence and location of
services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by disabled persons by contacting: Mrs. Catherine Devins, Middle
Level Principal/CSE Chair, Brushton-Moira Central School, Brushton, New York 12916- 518-529-7342.
A Summary of the Brushton-Moira Central School District
Code of Conduct
August 2006
Our Mission “… is to foster a united community working cooperatively for the intellectual, physical and personal development of all our
students so that they will become responsible, caring citizens prepared to meet future challenges.”
INTRODUCTION:
The following is a summary of the Code of Conduct adopted by the Brushton-Moira Central School Board of Education. Each school
district and Board of Cooperative Educational Services must adopt a Code of Conduct pursuant to the New York State Laws of 2000
popularly known as the SAVE law. The Brushton-Moira Central School has maintained guidelines for students and visitors for years.
The Code of Conduct is a refinement of previous codes and was developed with the involvement of staff members, students, parents,
and a representative of a law enforcement agency from our community. Much of what is in the Code is required under the SAVE
legislation and is designed to ensure that all students go to school in a safe, orderly and civil learning environment. Copies of the full
code are available in the school offices.
CODE OF CONDUCT SUMMARY:
Section 1. Section 1 gives an overview of the Code of Conduct like that written above.
Section 2. Section 2 includes legal definitions required under the SAVE legislation.
Section 3. This section states students’ rights and responsibilities as listed below.
Student Rights and Responsibilities:
Students have a right to:
1. A safe, healthy, orderly, and civil school environment.
2. Take part in school activities on an equal basis regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
or disability.
3. Present their version of the relevant events to district personnel authorized to impose a disciplinary penalty.
4. Access to school district rules and, when necessary, to receive an explanation of those rules from district personnel.
Students have the responsibility to:
1. Contribute to maintaining a safe and orderly school environment.
2. Be familiar with and abide by all district policies, rules, and regulations dealing with student conduct.
3. Attend school and class every day, be on time, and be ready to learn.
4. Work to the best of their ability in all academic and extracurricular pursuits and strive toward high achievement.
5. React to direction given by teachers, administrators, and other school personnel in a respectful, positive manner.
6. Work to develop mechanisms to control their anger.
7. Ask questions when they do not understand.
8. Seek help in solving problems that might lead to discipline.
9. Dress appropriately for school and school functions.
10. Accept responsibility for their actions.
11. Conduct themselves at all times as representatives of the Brushton-Moira Central School.
Section 4. Section 4 outlines the responsibilities of the essential partners* in education. These expectations are common sense, well –
established practices that support the education of students in a safe, orderly, and civil school setting.
*parents, teachers, support staff members, guidance counselor, administrators, psychologists, social workers, mental health
counselors, superintendent, and board of education
Section 5. Section 5 outlines the Student Dress Code. Students are expected to dress in a manner which is safe, appropriate, and not
disruptive. Appropriate means clothing that is not extremely brief or revealing, vulgar, endorsing drug use or provocative. In addition,
the wearing of hats during school hours is prohibited unless specifically permitted by school officials. Hats must be in lockers.
Section 6. Section 6 lists prohibited student conduct. This list is not all inclusive, but contains the most common violations.
Prohibited Student Conduct:
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Insubordination
Disruptive conduct
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Violent behavior
Threatening behavior
Illicit drug, alcohol use or possession
Weapon use or possession
Bus misconduct
Academic misconduct
Disrespectful behavior
Unacceptable behaviors according to common rules of civility
Section 7. Section 7 lays out the requirements for reporting violations of the Code of Conduct.
Reporting Violations
Any student observing a person possessing a weapon, alcohol, or illegal substance shall report this information immediately to a
teacher or administrator.
Section 8. Section 8 describes in detail the disciplinary procedures and penalties in the event a student is found to have violated the
Code of Conduct.
The range of penalties are:
1. Oral warning
2. Written warning
3. Written notification to parent
4. Detention
5. Suspension from transportation
6. Suspension from athletic participation
7. Suspension from social or extracurricular activities
8. Suspension of other privileges
9. In – school suspension
10. Removal from classroom by teacher
11. Short – term suspension
12. Long – term suspension
13. Permanent suspension
14. Long – term Behavioral Intervention Program
The key elements of all the procedures are due process and parental involvement.
Section 8 also covers teacher removal of a student, for cause, from his/her class. Teachers may remove a student for up to two days if
the teacher determines the student is interfering with the education of others. If the student is not posing a danger or continuing to
be disruptive, the teacher must tell the student, before removal, the reasons for the removal and provide the student an opportunity to
present his or her version of the relevant events. The teacher must complete a removal referral form and meet with the program
supervisor before the end of the day or as soon as possible. Within one day of removal the supervisor must notify (if possible) a
parent by telephone and in writing of the removal, reasons for the removal, the steps being taken to correct the problem and the right
of the parent to an informal meeting (within two school days) regarding the removal.
Certain violations are considered to be so bad as to warrant immediate removal and possible suspension for up to one year.
These are:
•
Bringing a weapon to school or to a school function.
•
Committing a violent act in school or at a school function.
•
Making threats in or out of school related to school, its students or staff.
•
Possessing, being under the influence, using or selling alcohol or illegal substances at school or school functions.
Section 9. Section 9 describes the requirement for alternate instruction when a student is removed from instruction for any reason.
Section 10. Section 10 provides details on the requirements for disciplines of students with disabilities. Students with disabilities have
no more or less rights than students without disabilities. The main safeguard for them is that they may not be disciplined if the cause
of their violation of the Code of Conduct is their disability. Therefore, safeguards have been put into place to ensure that the rights of
students with disabilities are protected. Whenever the health or safety of students or staff members is in doubt, however, the student
will be removed and due process will be carried out with due diligence. For information on the range of protections for students with
disabilities, see the complete Code of Conduct or talk to the CSE Chair at Brushton-Moira Central School.
Section 11. Section 11 concerns Corporal Punishment. Corporal punishment is not allowed in the Brushton-Moira Central School
District. The only occasion when a staff member may use physical force is to restrain a student, if in the judgment of the staff
member, that student presents a danger to him/herself, others, or property.
Section 12. Section 12 deals with student searches and interrogations. In short, any property of the Brushton-Moira Central School
District, includes desks, chairs, lockers, etc., can be searched any time and for any reason by BMCSD officials. Students should have
no expectation of privacy in spaces they are using which are the property of the school district. Inspections of lockers can be
conducted by authorized school personnel, law enforcement officers, and drug detecting dogs. Simply, put, there is no
right of privacy between the school and its students as far as lockers are concerned. Students’ belongings may be searched
only if there is reasonable suspicion that the student possesses contraband or weapons.
Finally, students may be asked to remove articles of clothing for the purposes of a search only if:
1. An emergency situation exists threatening the health and safety of the student or others or there is probable cause to believe there
has been a violation of law.
2. The searcher is the same sex as the student. and,
3. District officials strive to notify parents by telephone before a search, or in writing after such a search.
Sections 13 and 14. Sections 13 and 14 describe the rules governing the behavior of any visitors to the Brushton-Moira Central School
District facilities and grounds and lists them.
Prohibited Visitor Conduct:
No person either alone or with others shall:
1. Intentionally injure any person or threaten to do so.
2. Intentionally damage, destroy, or remove district property.
3. Disrupt the orderly conduct of classes.
4. Distribute or wear obscene or otherwise inappropriate garments or materials.
5. Intimidate, harass, or discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin,
religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.
6. Enter district buildings without proper authorization or remain after closing.
7. Obstruct the free movement of anyone where the code applies.
8. Violate the traffic laws.
9. Possess, consume, sell, distribute, or exchange, alcoholic beverages, controlled substances or be under
the influence of either.
10. Possess or use firearms or other weapons except for law enforcement officers.
11. Loiter.
12. Gamble.
13. Refuse to comply with any lawful order of an identifiable school district employee performing his/her
duties.
14. Willfully incite others to commit acts prohibited by this code.
15. Violate any laws while on district property.
16. Smoke or otherwise use any tobacco product.
Persons who violate this code will be asked to leave the district’s premises. When a law has been violated,
local law enforcement will be notified.
Section 15. Section 15 describes the procedures for distributing this code to the students, staff members, parents or students, and
community members.
The procedures consist of:
1. Providing the Code Summary and an explanation to students at the start of each school year.
2. Making copies of the Code of Conduct available to all parents.
3. Mailing the Code Summary to the parents of students at the start of the school year.
4. Posing the Code of Conduct on the district’s web page.
5. Providing all teachers and staff members with a copy of the Code of Conduct. Provide training for staff members consistent with its
implementation.
5. Making copies of the Code of Conduct available upon request at the school.
If there is reason to believe a law has been violated in the Brushton-Moira Central School District building,
on the school district grounds, or at any district function by any student, employee, or visitor, the
appropriate law enforcement agency will be notified immediately.
To request a copy of the complete Code of Conduct or to obtain responses to questions about it, please contact the appropriate office.
Superintendent of Schools – 529-8948
Elementary Principal – 529-7324
Middle Level Principal/CSE Chair – 529-7342
Secondary Principal – 529-7342
State Board of Regents Approves Moving 65 As Regents Exam Passing
Score, Adding Appeals Process
The following excerpt is drawn from a Press Release issued by the New York State Education
Department.
On June 21, 2005, “… the State Board of Regents approved moving to 65 as the passing score for
Regents Exams. The transition would be phased in as follows:
•
For students entering 9th grade in 2006: General education students must have at least
three scores at 65 or above on the five required Regents exams and all scores at 55 or above.
•
For students entering 9th grade in 2007: General education students must have at least
four scores at 65 or above on the five required Regents exams and all scores at 55 or above.
•
For students entering 9th grade in 2008: General education students must pass all five
required Regents exams at a score of 65 or above.
Students would also be required, as before, to pass their courses and earn 22 course credits.”
Further, the Press Release describes a process for students who had some difficulty being successful
on Regents examinations.
“The Regents also approved an appeals process in which students who score within three points of
65 and have achieved the standards would be eligible to appeal if they meet the following criteria:
1. Take the Regents Exam in question two times.
2. Have a score on the Regents Exam under appeal within 3 points of the 65 passing score on that
exam, up to a total of two exams.
3. Have a course average in the subject under appeal that meets or exceeds the required passing
grade by the school. The course average must be based on the student’s official transcript that
records grades achieved by the student in each quarter of the school year.
4. Present evidence that they have taken advantage of academic help provided by the school in the
subject tested by the Regents Exam under appeal.
5. Have an attendance rate of 95 percent for the school year (except for excused absences) during
which they last took the Regents Exam under appeal. Local school districts set their own policy for
what is considered an excused or unexcused absence.
6. Be recommended for an exemption to the graduation requirement by their teacher or Department
chairperson in the subject of the Regents Exam under appeal.
Students with disabilities can still pass the Regents Competency Tests instead of Regents Exams to
earn a local diploma. This provision will continue for students entering grade 9 prior to September
2010. Students using this provision will receive a local diploma. In addition, the low-pass option of
scoring between 55-64 on the required Regents Exams to earn a local diploma will continue to be
available for students with disabilities.”
As the academic expectations rise, we, at Brushton-Moira Central School, will do everything possible
to help and support students enrolled here.
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STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
The Brushton-Moira Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status,
veteran status, national origin, race, gender, sexual orientation or other prescribed basis in its programs, activities, or employment
matters.
NOTE: ANY PERSON, STUDENT, PARENT, OR EMPLOYEE WITHIN THE BRUSHTON-MOIRA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT may readily
receive information detailing how to pursue concerns or complaints regarding discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color,
religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender or sexual orientation by asking for the
"Brushton-Moira Central School Discrimination/Harassment Grievance Procedure" available in each of our school district's offices or by
contacting either Compliance Coordinator
Mrs. Donna André 518-529-7324
Mr. Steven J. Grenville 518-529-7342
Brushton-Moira Central School
758 County Route 7
Brushton, New York 12916
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SMOKING ON SCHOOL PREMISES
Due to the health hazards associated with smoking, and in accordance with federal and state law, the Board of Education prohibits
smoking in all district buildings, vehicles and on school grounds.
The district’s smoking policy shall be prominently posted in each building. The Board designates the Superintendent of Schools or
his/her designee as the agent responsible for informing individuals who are in violation of Article 13 of the Public Health Law and/or the
federal Pro-Children Act of 1994.
APPROVED: August 22, 1994
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SAMPLE NOTIFICATION ABOUT TEACHER AND PARAPROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
August, 2006
As part of the “No Child Left Behind” legislation, parents of each student attending a Title 1 School may request
information about the professional qualifications of their child’s classroom teacher. The same information can be
requested for a teaching assistant who is assigned to the child’s classroom.
If you request this information in writing, the district will respond to you in writing within ten school days. The
information will be provided in an understandable and uniform format and in a language you can understand.
The written response will include the following information:
1. whether the teacher has met State qualifications and licensing criteria for the grade levels and
subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction;
2. whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which State
qualification or licensing criteria have been waived;
3. the baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by
the teacher as well as the field of discipline of the certification or degree; and
4. whether the child is provided services by teaching assistants and, if so, their qualifications.
The district makes every effort to ensure that all teachers and teaching assistants are highly qualified and provides
training opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of all staff members.
Steven Grenville
Secondary Principal
Catherine Devins
Middle Level Principal/CSE Chair
Donna André
Elementary Principal
SAMPLE LETTER TO MAIL TO PARENTS OF EACH STUDENT WHO IS ASSIGNED TO A TEACHER OR A
PARAPROFESSIONAL WHO IS NOT HIGHLY QUALIFIED:
Date___________
Dear Parents/Guardians of _____________________,
In order to comply with the requirements of the recently enacted federal No Child Left Behind education
legislation, I am writing to inform you that your child, _____________________has been assigned to a class that is being
taught by an individual who is not highly qualified as required by New York State to provide instruction in the following
classes/subjects:
Subject Area assigned: ___________________________
In order to be considered highly qualified in the above area, a teacher is required to have the following license,
qualification or certification:____________________________________________________________________________
Discrepancy between requirements and the individual’s current qualifications:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
The district is currently taking the following steps to secure the services of a highly qualified teacher:
The district advertises in various media and is in contact with Universities to help secure the services of an appropriately
certified _______________ teacher.
In addition, the teacher is taking the following steps to become highly qualified:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
I will be happy to discuss this with you further. Please contact me at 529-7324 OR 529-7342 if you want
additional information or if you want to meet with me or with your child’s teacher(s).
Sincerely,
Principal
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GUIDANCE OFFICE NEWS
College Fairs – There will be three upcoming college fairs for students in our immediate area. All grade levels can attend
these fairs but it is highly recommended for juniors and seniors.
Fair times and locations
Tuesday, October 3, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. – St. Lawrence University Field House
Wednesday, October 4, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. – Salmon River High School Gym
(Mr. Lahendro will be taking our seniors to this program.)
Wednesday, October 4, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Plattsburgh State Field House
We will also have College Representatives coming to the Guidance Office throughout the year.
Representatives from the following colleges are scheduled at the present time:
September 18, 11:15 a.m. – St. Lawrence University
October 5, 10:00 a.m. – Utica College
Talented Junior Program – St. Lawrence University will be conducting its Talented Junior Program on Saturday mornings
this fall. Although we had registration in June, students can still register through September 7th. This is an excellent
program for students wishing to go beyond the program offered at Brushton-Moira Central School.
Homework Requests – If your child is going to miss one day of school, please have him/her call a classmate for the
day’s assignments, if possible. Otherwise, please call the guidance office in the morning of the first day and notes will be put
in teachers’ mailboxes requesting work be turned in by the end of the day.
ROADS TRAVELED BY BUS ROUTE
BUS NUMBER
ROADS TRAVELED
A.M.
P.M.
BUS 92
(STAR BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
K-6 RUN
Gale Rd., Saxton Rd., Conservation Rd., Rt. 11 Conservation Rd. to Yaddow
Rd., Yaddow Rd., Rt. 11 Yaddow Rd. to Townline Rd., Townline Rd., Elbow
Rd., Southwoods Rd., Pitt St., Main St., Maple Leaf Drive, Hill St., Grove St.,
Pearl St., Southwoods on Rt. 11 to school.
Leaves at 7:30 a.m.
7-12 RUN
McGowen Rd., LaFlesh Rd. Crooks Rd., French Rd., Hogan Rd., Skerry Rd.,
Reynolston Rd., Eddy Rd. to Rt. 11B
BUS 91
(TRAIN BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
K-6 RUN
North Woods Rd., Patterson Rod. to Sayles Rd. to Barrett Rd., Buckwheat St.,
Trailer Park, Russell Rd., Wangum Rd., Savage Rd., No. Lawrence Rd. to Rt.
95, Townhill Rd. to Rt. 11, Cemetery St.
Leaves at 7:45 a.m.
7-12 RUN
Sayles Rd., to Barrett Rd., Buckwheat St., Russell Rd., Wangum Rd., No.
Lawrence Rd., Townhill Rd., High St.
BUS 89
(TREE BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
K-6 RUN
Rt. 95 Rutland Station to Best Rd., Best Rd., Wangum Rd., Dow Rd., Finnegan
Rd., Perry Rd., Mahoney Rd., West Rd., Sayles Rd. to Town Line, Town Line
to Barrett Rd.
Leaves at 7:45 a.m.
BUS 80
(RABBIT BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
7-12 RUN
Rt. 95 Rutland Station to Best Rd., Best Rd., Wangum Rd., Dow Rd., West
Rd., Mahoney Rd., Perry Rd., Finnegan Rd., Sayles Rd. to City Line, City Line
to Barrett Rd., Barrett Rd., Northwoods Rd.
K-6 RUN
Crooks Rd., Hogan Rd., Eddy Rd., Reynolston Rd., Skerry Rd., Martin Rd.,
Crooks Rd., French Rd., Townhouse Rd., LaFlesh Rd., McGowen Rd., Rt. 11
from Crooks Rd. to Bacon Rd., Bacon Rd. to Brushton Dam, Riverbend Ave.
Same as a.m., but in reverse order
Crooks Rd., McGowen Rd., LaFlesh Rd.
Townhouse Rd., French Rd., Martin Rd.,
Reynolston Rd., Eddy Rd.
Sayles Rd. to Rt. 11, Buckwheat St. Trailer
Park, Russell Rd., Wangum Rd., No.
Lawrence Rd. to Rt. 95, Townhill Rd. to Rt.
11, Cemetery St.
Sayles Rd. to Barrett Rd., Buckwheat St.,
Russell Rd., Wangum Rd., No. Lawrence
Rd., Townhill Rd., High St.
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Brushton Dam to Bacon Rd., Rt. 11B,
Bacon Rd. to Crooks Rd. Crooks Rd.,
McGowen Rd., LaFlesh Rd., Townhouse
Rd., French Rd., Hogan Rd., Martin Rd.,
Skerry Rd., Reynolston Rd., Eddy Rd.
7-12 RUN
No. a.m. run
BUS 87
(BOAT BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
K-6 RUN
Rt. 11 from Gallop Rd. and Taylor Rd., Taylor Rd., Spaulding Rd., Thomas
Rd., Harrington Rd., Rt. 11B from Spaulding Rd. to Martins Grocery, Gallop
Rd., Lee Rd., Rt. 11 to Bacon Rd.
Leaves at 7:45 a.m.
7-12 RUN
Gallop Rd., Rt. 11B to Spaulding Rd., Spaulding Rd., Townhouse Rd., Thomas
Rd., Harrington Rd., Taylor Rd., Rt. 11, Taylor Rd. to Brushton Dam
BUS 83
(PUMPKIN BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
K-6 RUN
Wagner Rd., Muller Rd., N. Wagner Rd., Farm to Market Rd., Garvin Rd.,
Brockway Rd., Martin Rd., Cooks Corners Rd., Farm to Market Rd. to
Patterson Rd., Patterson Rd., John Hill Rd., Farm to Market Rd. to Rt. 11
Leaves at 7:45 a.m.
7-12 RUN
Wagner Rd., Muller Rd., Garvin Rd., Brockway Rd. Crooks Corners Rd., N.
Wagner Rd., Patterson Rd., John Hill Rd., Farm to Market Rd. to Rt. 11, Rt. 11
between Garvin Rd. and Brockway Rd.
No p.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Farm to Market Rd., N. Wagner Rd.,
Wagner Rd., Muller Rd., Garvin Rd.,
Brockway Rd., Martin Rd., Cooks Corners
Rd., Rt. 11 to Brockway Rd.
Same as a.m. run, but in reverse order.
BUS 84
(SQUIRREL BUS)
Leaves at 6:45 a.m.
Leaves at 7:50 a.m.
BUS 85
(BIKE BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
Leaves at 7:45 a.m.
K-6 RUN
Rt. 11 to St. Lawrence Line, O’Connell Rd., McCauslin Rd. No. Lawrence
Rd., Clark St., Gale Rd. from Rt. 11 to school.
7-12 RUN
Rt. 11, Gale Rd., to St. Lawrence Line, O’ Connell Rd., McCauslin Rd., No.
Lawrence Rd., Clark St., Grove St., Pearl St., Hill St., Cemetery St.,
Washington St. to Dam
K-6 RUN
Chandler Rd., County Route 5, Townhill Rd., High St., Rt. 95, Kit Clark Rd.,
Alburg Rd., Town Line Rd., Richards Rd., Snell Rd., Taylor Rd., Rt. 11B,
Taylor Rd. to City Line, Rt. 11B, City Line until Conservation Rd.
7-12 RUN
Chandler Rd., County Route 5, Kit Clark Rd., Alburg Rd., Town Line Rd.,
Taylor Rd., Rt. 11B, Taylor Rd., to Conservation Rd., Conservation Rd.,
Yaddow Rd., Gale Rd., Saxton Rd., Gale Rd.
BUS 86
(FISH BUS)
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
K-6 RUN
Rt. 11B from Southwoods Rd. to Eddy Rd., Southwoods Rd., Bowen Rd.,
Langdon Rd., Eddy Rd., Hogan Rd., Crooks Rd., McGowen Rd., Eddy Rd. to
Gallop Rd. on Rt. 11B, Bacon Rd. Joe Town Rd., Spring Grove
Leaves at 7:45 a.m.
7-12 RUN
Southwoods Rd., Rt. 11B to Gallop Rd., Town Line Rd., Quarry Rd., Elbow
Rd., Langdon Rd., Bowen Rd., Joe Town Rd., Bacon Rd.
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
Same as a.m. run
K-6 RUN
Northwoods Rd. Barrett Rd. Sayles Rd. to
Townline Rd., Patterson Rd., Johnhill Rd.
Farm to Market Rd. from Johnhill Rd. to
Brushton
BUS 93
BUS 78
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
Malone, Middle School, BOCES, Malone F.A., Holy Family, Flanders
BUS 88
Leaves at 6:30 a.m.
Salmon River School
BUS 90
Leaves at 7:00 a.m.
Chateaugay Central School
BUS 93
Leaves at 8:05 a.m.
Malone BOCES
BMC Panthers
BIDDYBALL TO BEGIN
On Friday, September 8, 2006, the Biddyball program will begin. Practices will
begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at 7:00 p.m. and will be held in our high school (9 –
12 grade) Flint gymnasium. We will be entering and exiting the school doors
near the bus garage – gym parking lot for practices. Practices will be held for
grades 3-6 on the same nights in 2 different gyms.
Girls and Boys in grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 who are interested in basketball should attend our
first practice. Parents should also attend this first meeting and practice schedules will be
given out this evening. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and
from practice. Please do not arrive before 5:15 p.m. and please have a parent or guardian
provide a ride home no later than 7:00 p.m.!
For the safety of our children and for proper practice routine, only students who are signed
– up may come to practices. Players must bring a permission slip with them to the
first practice they attend. Any student without a permission slip will NOT be
allowed to participate in the practice! Anyone who is interested should join by
September 14, 2006.
Street clothes are not to be worn during practice. Students participating in the practices
must wear sneakers, socks, t-shirts, and shorts. Parents/Guardians are welcome at any
time. If you desire, I will be happy to discuss the program with you. Please call Mrs. Perry
at 529-7324, ext. 198, between 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or Mr. Moquin at 529-0032. Any
adult who wishes to assist is welcome.
Practice dates are as follows:
September 8, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, and 28
October 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, and 26
November 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, and 16
BIDDYBALL PERMISSION SLIP
I give ____________________________________________________ permission to
participate in the Brushton-Moira Biddy Basketball program for the 2006-2007 school year.
Signature of parent or guardian: ______________________________________________
Date: _____________________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________________________
BMC Varsity and Modified Boys’ Soccer Schedule
DATE
Sept. 6
Sept. 8
Sept. 13
Sept. 19
Sept. 21
Sept. 25
Sept. 27
Sept. 29
Oct. 3
Oct. 10
Oct. 13
Oct. 17
Oct. 20
DAY
Wednesday
Friday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Thursday
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Friday
Tuesday
Friday
OPPONENT
Colton-Pierrepont
Colton-Pierrepont
St. Regis Falls
Madrid-Waddington
Parishville-Hopkinton
Salmon River
Chateaugay
Colton-Pierrepont
St. Regis Falls
Madrid-Waddington
Parishville-Hopkinton
Salmon River
Chateaugay
SITE
Home
Away
Away
Away
Home
Away
Home
Away
Home
Home
Away
Home
Away
GAME TIME
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m. #
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. *
* - Varsity only: # - Modified only
GAMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
BMC Varsity and Modified Girls’ Soccer Schedule
DATE
Sept. 6
Sept. 7
Sept. 13
Sept. 15
Sept. 19
Sept. 21
Sept. 25
Sept. 27
Sept. 29
Oct. 3
Oct. 5
Oct. 10
Oct. 13
Oct. 17
Oct. 20
DAY
Wednesday
Thursday
Wednesday
Friday
Tuesday
Thursday
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Tuesday
Thursday
Tuesday
Friday
Tuesday
Friday
OPPONENT
Colton-Pierrepont
Colton-Pierrepont
St. Regis Falls
St. Lawrence
Madrid-Waddington
Parishville-Hopkinton
Salmon River
Chateaugay
Colton-Pierrepont
St. Regis Falls
St. Lawrence
Madrid-Waddington
Parishville-Hopkinton
Salmon River
Chateaugay
SITE
Away
Away
Home
Home
Home
Away
Home
Away
Home
Away
Away
Away
Home
Away
Home
GAME TIME
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m. #
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m. *
4:15 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. *
BMC Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country Schedule
DATE
Sept. 26
Oct. 17
DAY
Tuesday
Tuesday
FACILITY
Potsdam HS
Norwood-Norfolk CS
SITE
Away
Away
TIME
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
BMC Junior Varsity Volleyball Schedule
DATE
Sept. 6
Sept. 26
Oct. 2
Oct. 12
Oct. 27
DAY
Wednesday
Tuesday
Monday
Thursday
Friday
FACILITY
Tupper Lake
Franklin Academy
Massena
Ogdensburg
Massena
SITE
Home
Away
Home
Away
Away
TIME
4:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
GAMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
BMC Varsity Volleyball Schedule
DATE
Sept. 6
Sept. 8
Sept. 12
Sept. 14
Sept. 18
Sept. 20
Sept. 22
Sept. 26
Oct. 2
Oct. 10
Oct. 12
Oct. 16
Oct. 18
Oct. 20
Oct. 23
Oct. 25
Oct. 27
DAY
Wednesday
Friday
Tuesday
Thursday
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Tuesday
Monday
Tuesday
Thursday
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
FACILITY
Tupper Lake
Madrid-Waddington
Canton
Gouverneur
St. Regis Falls
Chateaugay
Salmon River
Franklin Academy
Massena
Edwards-Knox
Ogdensburg
Potsdam
St. Regis Falls
Salmon River
Chateaugay
Franklin Academy
Massena
SITE
Home
Away
Home
Home
Away
Away
Away
Away
Home
Away
Away
Home
Home
Home
Home
Home
Away
TIME
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
NEWS FLASH FROM WIC
The North Country Children’s Clinic WIC program provides nutritious supplemental foods and nutrition
education to pregnant and lactating women, as well as their infants and children, up to age five. Many
working families may now be eligible with the new increase in our income guidelines.
WIC now has new Income Guideline - (based upon Gross Pay)
Family Size
Annual
Monthly
Weekly
2
24,420
2,035
470
3
30,710
2,560
591
4
37,000
3,084
712
5
43,290
3,608
833
6
49,580
4,132
954
7
55,870
4,656
1,075
8
62,160
5,180
1,196
For each additional
family member add
+6,290
+525
+121
You are automatically eligible if your family receives free or reduced school lunches, Medicaid or has
children financially eligible for Headstart. We have many slots available and are eagerly waiting to hear
from you. Please call 483-4262 to make an appointment.
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Playground Maintenance Day
Our beautiful Community – Built Playground is 11 years old. It was completed
during the last weekend in September 1995. In order to keep it looking new
and safe for our children, each year we come together to spread ground
cover, seal the wood, sand rough spots, and make inspections of all the play
areas.
This year, Saturday, September 30th is our Playground Maintenance Day.
We will need to seal the wood this year. Many hands are needed to make
the work load light. We will begin at 10:00 a.m. Please join us with your
work gloves and brushes, if you have them. Lunch will be served.
September 2006
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
Saturday
2
Superintendent’s
Conference Day
3
10
17
4
5
6
7
8
9
Labor Day
(no school)
Superintendent’s
Conference Day
First Day of School
11
12
13
14
15
16
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
K-12 Open House
6:00 p.m.
18
19
20
21
22
23
PTSO Meeting
7:00 p.m.
24
25
26
27
First Day of
Autumn
28
29
30
Play Ground
Maintenance Day
October 2006
Sunday
1
Monday
2
Tuesday
3
Wednesday
4
Thursday
5
Friday
6
Saturday
7
Native American
Day – No School
8
9
National School
Lunch week
10/8-10/14
Columbus Day –
No School
15
16
10
11
12
13
14
17
18
19
20
21
National Honor
Society Induction
6:00 p.m.
Superintendent’s
Conference Day
26
27
Halloween
Read-A-Long
Fall Follies
5 week progress
reports mailed
22
29
Day light savings
time begins
23
30
24
31
Halloween
25
28
November 2006
Sunday
5
Monday
6
Tuesday
7
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
4
8
9
10
11
Veteran’s Day –
No School
12
13
14
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
19
20
21
K-12
Parent/Teacher
Conferences
15
16
17
PTSO Meeting
7:00 p.m.
5th Grade Social
Studies NYS
Assessments
(Part I)
5th Grade Social
Studies NYS
Assessments
(Part II)
22
23
24
Thanksgiving
Recess
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving
Recess
29
30
Early Dismissal
11:15 a.m.
26
27
28
18
25
December 2006
Sunday
Monday
3
4
10
17
Tuesday
Wednesday
1
2
8
9
Pet Food
Collection for
North Country
Animal Shelter
12/5-12/13
Middle Level
Dramatic
Production
11
12
13
14
15
16
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
K-4 Holiday
Concert
7:00 p.m.
18
19
20
21
22
23
Middle Level
Dramatic Prod.
Panther Paw
Christmas Shop
Christmas
Read-A-Long
Grades 5-8
Holiday Concert
7:00 p.m.
Snow Date for 912 Concert
31
Saturday
6
Panther Paw
Christmas Shop
7
Friday
5
Grades 9-12
Holiday Concert
7:00 p.m.
24
Thursday
Panther Paw
Christmas Shop
First Day of Winter
5 week progress
reports mailed
Snow Date for 5-8
Concert
25
26
27
28
29
Christmas
Christmas Recess
Christmas Recess
Christmas Recess
Christmas Recess
30
January 2007
Sunday
7
Monday
Tuesday
1
2
New Year’s Day –
No School
Classes Resume
8
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
3
4
5
6
9
10
11
12
13
15
16
17
18
19
20
Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day
No School
1/16-1/19
NYS 6, 7, & 8
Grade ELA
Assessments
22
23
24
25
26
27
8/8-8/12
NYS Grades 3, 4,
& 5 ELA
Assessments
14
21
NYS Regent’s
Exams
1/23-1/26
28
29
30
31
February 2007
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
1
Friday
2
Saturday
3
Ground Hog Day
4
5
6
Report Cards
mailed
K-12
Parent/Teacher
Conferences
7
8
9
10
Honor Society Ball
7:00 p.m.
Early Dismissal
11:15 a.m.
11
18
12
13
14
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
Mardi Gras
Valentine’s Day
19
20
21
27
28
Winter Break
2/19-2/23
25
26
15
16
17
22
23
24
March 2007
Sunday
4
Monday
5
Tuesday
6
Wednesday
7
Thursday
12
2
3
8
9
10
5 week progress
reports mailed
13
14
15
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
3/12-3/16
NYS Grades 6, 7,
& 8 Math
Assessment
18
19
Saturday
1
Diversity Week
3/5-3/11
11
Friday
16
17
Superintendent’s
Conference Day
St. Patrick’s Day
Surprise Theme
Read-A-Long
20
21
22
23
24
29
30
31
First Day of Spring
25
26
27
28
April 2007
Sunday
Monday
1
2
April Fool’s Day
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
Day light savings
time begins
Tuesday
3
8
9
10
Easter
Spring Break
Spring Break
Wednesday
4
11
Spring Break
4/11-5/11
Grade 8 Science
Performance Test
Thursday
Friday
5
6
Report Cards
mailed
Spring Break
12
13
Spring Break
Spring Break
Saturday
7
14
4/11-5/11
Elementary
Science Test
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
24
25
26
27
28
Kindergarten
Registration
Kindergarten
Registration
Classes Resume
22
23
Spring Follies
29
30
4/30-5/11
Grade 8 Science
Written Test
May 2007
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
2
3
4
5
10
11
12
17
18
19
5 week progress
reports
Prom
25
26
Grade 4 Written
Science Test
6
13
7
8
9
Regular Board of
Education meeting
and Budget
Hearing
7:00 p.m.
Grade 4 Science
Performance Test
PTSO Meeting
7:00 p.m.
14
15
16
Budget Vote
Mother’s Day
20
21
22
Grades 4-8
Spring Concert
7:00 p.m.
27
28
Memorial Day
Observance
23
24
Grades 9-12
Spring Concert
7:00 p.m.
29
30
31
Kindergarten
Screening
June 2007
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
Saturday
2
Kindergarten
Screening
3
10
4
11
5
6
NYS Grade 8
Social Studies
Assessment
Booklet 1
NYS Grade 8
Social Studies
Assessment
Booklet 2
12
Regular Board of
Education meeting
7:00 p.m.
7
8
9
13
14
15
16
Regent’s Exams
Regent’s Exams
Regent’s Exams
Ready For
Summer
Read-A-Long
Middle Level
Grade 8
Celebration
6:00 p.m.
17
18
19
20
21
22
Father’s Day
Regent’s Exams
Regent’s Exams
Regent’s Exams
Regent’s Exams
Regent’s Exams
Kindergarten
Graduation
First Day of
Summer
Graduation
7:30 p.m.
23
Last Day of School
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Children need healthy meals to learn. Brushton-Moira offers healthy meals every school day.
Breakfast costs $1.00, lunch costs $1.65. Children from households that meet federal income guidelines
(outlined below) are eligible for free meals or reduced price meals. Reduced price meals cost each eligible
student $.25 for lunch and $.25 for breakfast. To apply for free or reduced price meals, submit a Direct
Certification letter from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance OR complete the enclosed
application, sign it, and return it to Mary Ellen McKane as soon as possible. Please refer to the
guidelines contained in this letter when completing the application. We cannot approve an application that is
not complete, so be sure to fill out all required information.
1. Do I need to fill out an application for each child? No. Complete the application to apply for free or reduced
price meals. Do not fill out more than one application for your household.
2.Who can get free meals? Children in households getting Food Stamps or TANF and most foster children can get
free meals regardless of your income. Also, your children can get free meals if your household income is within the
free limits on the Federal Income Guidelines. Each foster child must be listed on a separate application, with Part 2
completed and include an adult signature.
3.Can homeless, runaway and migrant children get free meals? Please call migrant coordinator to see if your
child(ren) qualify, if you have not been informed that they will get free meals.
4.Who can get reduced price meals? Your children can get low cost meals if your household income is within the
reduced price limits on the Federal Income Chart, shown on this application.
5.Should I fill out an application if I received a letter this school year saying my children are approved for
free or reduced price meals? Please read the letter you received carefully and follow the instructions. Call the
school at (518)529-7835 if you have questions.
6. I get WIC, can my child(ren) get free meals? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for
free or reduced price meals. Please fill out an application.
7.Will the information I give be checked? The school may ask you at any time during the school year to verify
your eligibility. You will be notified, in writing, if you have been selected for Verification. School
officials may ask you to send papers showing that your child should receive free or reduce price meals at the
time you applied.
8.If I don't qualify now, may I apply later? Yes. You may apply at any time during the school year if your
household size goes up, income goes down, or if you start getting Food Stamps, TANF or other benefits. If you lose
your job, your children may be able to get free or reduced price meals.
9.What if I disagree with the school's decision about my application? You should talk to school officials. You
also may ask for a hearing by calling or writing to: Robin Jones, 758 County Rt. 7, Brushton, NY 12916
(518)529-7242
10. May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. citizen? Yes. You or your child(ren) do not have to be
a U.S. citizen to qualify for free or reduced price meals.
11. Who should I include as members of my household? You must include all people living in your household,
related or not (such as grandparents, other relatives, or friends). You must include yourself and all children who live
with you.
12. What if my income is not always the same? List the amount that you normally get. For example, if you
normally get $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only got $900, put down that you get
$1000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but not if you get it only sometimes.
Income Chart: The following chart lists income levels according to household size and income levels
received either yearly, monthly or weekly. If your total household income is the same or less than the
amounts on the Income Chart below, your children may be eligible to receive free or reduced price meals.
REDUCED PRICE ELIGIBILITY INCOME CHART
Effective from July 1, 2006 to June 30, 2007
Household Size
Annual
1 ...............................
$18,130
2 ...............................
24,420
3 ...............................
30,710
4 ...............................
37,000
5 ...............................
43,290
6 ...............................
49,580
7 ...............................
55,870
8 ...............................
62,160
For each additional family
member add ...........
6,290
Month
$1,511
2,035
2,560
3,084
3,608
4,132
4,656
5,180
525
Twice-Monthly
$756
1,018
1,280
1,542
1,804
2,066
2,328
2,590
263
Bi-Weekly
$698
940
1,182
1,424
1,665
1,907
2,149
2,391
Weekly
$349
470
591
712
833
954
1,075
1,196
242
121
How to Apply: To get free or reduced price meals for your children you may submit a Direct Certification
letter received from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, OR carefully complete one
application for your household and return it to the designated office. If you now receive food stamps, Temporary
Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) for any children, or participate in the Food Distribution Program on Indian
Reservations (FDPIR), the application must include the children's names, the household food stamp, TANF or
FDPIR number and the signature of an adult household member. All children with the same case number may be
listed on the same application. Separate applications are required for children with different case numbers. If you
do not list a food stamp, TANF or FDPIR number for all the children for whom you are applying, the application
must include the names of everyone in the household, the amount of income each household member, and how
often it is received and where it comes from. It must include the signature of an adult household member and
that adult's social security number, or the word "none" if the adult does not have a social security number. An
application that is not complete cannot be approved. Contact your local Department of Social Services for your
food stamp or TANF number or complete the income portion of the application.
Reporting Changes: The benefits that you are approved for at the time of application are effective for
the entire school year. You no longer need to report changes for an increase in income or decrease in
household size, or if you no longer receive food stamps.
Income Exclusions: The value of any child care provided or arranged, or any amount received as payment
for such child care or reimbursement for costs incurred for such care under the Child Care Development (Block
Grant) Fund should not be considered as income for this program.
Nondiscrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. In
accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from
discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of
discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326- W, Whitten Building, 1400
Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call 202-720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal
opportunity provider and employer.
Meal Service to Children With Disabilities: Federal regulations require schools and institutions to serve
meals at no extra charge to children with a disability which may restrict their diet. A student with a disability is
defined in 7CFR Part 15b.3 of Federal regulations, as one who has a physical or mental impairment which
substantially limits one or more major life activities. Major life activities are defined to include functions such as
caring for one's self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and
working. You must request the special meals from the school and provide the school with medical certification
from a medical doctor. If you believe your child needs substitutions because of a disability, please get in touch
with us for further information, as there is specific information that the medical certification must contain.
Confidentiality: The United States Department of Agriculture has approved the release of students
names and eligibility status, without parent/guardian consent, to persons directly connected with the
administration or enforcement of federal education programs such as Title I and the National Assessment of
Educational Progress (NAEP), which are United States Department of Education programs used to determine
areas such as the allocation of funds to schools, to evaluate socioeconomic status of the school's attendance area,
and to assess educational progress. Information may also be released to State health or State education programs
administered by the State agency or local education agency, provided the State or local education agency
administers the program, and federal State or local nutrition programs similar to the National School Lunch
Program. Additionally, all information contained in the free and reduced price application may be released to
persons directly connected with the administration or enforcement of programs authorized under the National
School Lunch Act (NSLA) or Child Nutrition Act (CNA); including the National School Lunch and School
Breakfast Programs, the Special Milk Program, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service
Program and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC); the
Comptroller General of the United States for audit purposes, and federal, State or local law enforcement officials
investigating alleged violation of the programs under the NSLA or CNA.
The disclosure of eligibility information not specifically authorized by the NSLA requires a written consent
statement from the parent/guardian.
We will let you know when your application is approved or denied.
Sincerely,
Mary E McKane
Mary E McKane
School Lunch Manager
FREE AND REDUCED PRICE MEAL APPLICATION FACT SHEET
When filling out the application form, please pay careful attention to these helpful hints.
Food Stamp/TANF/FDPIR number:
This must be the complete number supplied to you by the agency including all numbers and letters, for example, E
123456, or whatever combination is used in your county. Refer to a letter you received from your local Department
of Social Services for your number or contact them for your number. All children with the same case number may be
listed on the same application. Separate applications are required for children with different case numbers.
Direct Certification:
If you receive food stamps or TANF, send in the Direct Certification Letter from the NYS Office of Temporary and
Disability Assistance instead of completing the application.
Foster Child:
A child who is living with a family but who is under the legal care of the welfare agency or court. List the child's
"personal use" income. This includes only those funds provided by the agency which are identified for the
personal use of the child, such as personal spending allowances, money received by his/her family, or from a job.
Funds provided for housing, food and care, medical, and therapeutic needs are not considered income to the foster
child. Write "0" if the child has no personal use income.
Household:
A group of related or non-related people who are living in one house and share income and expenses.
Adult Family Members:
All related and non-related people who are 21 years of age and older living in your house.
Financially Independent:
A person is financially independent and a separate economic unit/household when his or her earnings and expenses
are not shared by the family/household.
Gross Income:
Is money earned or received by each member of your household before deductions. Examples of deductions are
federal tax, State tax, and Social Security deductions.
Examples of gross income are:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Wages, salaries, tips, commissions, or income from self-employment
Net farm income
Pensions, annuities, or other retirement income including Social Security retirement
benefits
Unemployment compensation
Welfare payments (does not include value of food stamps)
Public Assistance payments
Adoption assistance
Strike benefits
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Survivor's Benefits
Alimony or child support payments
Disability benefits, including workman's compensation
Veteran's subsistence benefits
Interest or dividend income
Cash withdrawn from savings, investments, trusts, and other resources which would be
available to pay for a child's meals
Other cash income
If you have more than one job, you must list the income from all jobs.
If you receive income from more than one source (wage, alimony, child support, etc.), you must list the income from
all sources.
Current Income:
Your income at the present time before deductions. Farmers, self-employed workers, migrant workers, and other
seasonal employees may use their income for the past 12 months.
Income Exclusions:
The value of any child care provided or arranged, or any amount received as payment for such child care or
reimbursement for costs incurred for such care under the Child Care Development (Block Grant) Fund should not
be considered as income for this program.
If you have any questions or need help in filling out the application form, please contact:
Name: Mary Ellen McKane
Title: School Lunch Manager
Telephone Number: (518)529-7324 ex.208
Brushton-Moira Central School
758 County Route 7
Brushton, NY 12916
September 2006
Dear Parent/Guardian:
If your child is eligible for free and reduced price meals or free milk, he/she also may be eligible for other
benefits. In order to receive these benefits, you must provide written consent to permit school officials to give
your name, address, and an indication that your household is eligible for free and reduced price meals or free
milk, to representatives of certain programs. Failure to sign a consent statement that will allow disclosure of
this information will not affect your child’s eligibility or participation in the school meals or milk
programs.
Some of the programs that may request names and eligibility information to be used to provide benefits, and for
which parent/guardian consent is required, include: federal health insurance programs such as Medicaid or
Children’s Health Insurance program (CHIP), other federal programs, State programs, local health and
education programs and other local activities. For example, the disclosure of children’s eligibility for free and
reduced price meals or free milk to determine eligibility for free text books, free band instruments, holiday
baskets, school supplies, etc., or reduced fees for summer school or driver education programs, would require
written consent by the child’s parent/guardian.
If you wish to provide consent to release information contained in your child’s free and reduced price meal
application, to receive other benefits, please complete the attached consent statement.
Please call Mary E. McKane at 518-529-7342 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Mary E McKane
Mary E. McKane
School Lunch Manager
CONSENT TO RELEASE FREE OR REDUCED PRICE ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
School officials may release information that shows that my child/children are eligible for free or reduced price
meals or free milk to the following programs. I understand that the information will only be provided to the
program(s) checked.
(Check the box next to the program area(s) you wish to release information to)




Federal health programs such as Medicaid or Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
State or federal programs such as the Youth Summer Work program or the Educational Talent
Search Program.
Local health and education programs and other local programs that provide benefits such
as free textbooks or school supplies, free band instruments, or reduced fees for summer
school or driver education.
Community programs such as holiday baskets, summer arts and playground programs.
I understand that I will be releasing information that will show that my child/children are eligible for free and
reduced price meals or free milk for my child. I give up my right to confidentiality for the program(s) checked.
Child/Children ______________________________________________________________________
I certify that I am the child's parent/guardian for whom the application was made.
Signature of Parent/Guardian:
Print Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: _______________________________
Date: ____________________________________________
Dear Parents/Guardian,
As summer comes to a close, I would like to welcome everyone back!
We would like to introduce our new kindergartners to the Brushton-Moira Breakfast/Lunch Program. They
will receive a complimentary meal for the first two days of school in September. Kindergartners will have this
special opportunity so that they may become comfortable with the cafeteria routine and have a chance to try our
school breakfast and lunch at no charge.
Your child(ren) has been assigned a number in our MicroCheck cash register system. The children in
grades 1-12 already have their numbers and are familiar with this system. Kindergartners will receive their account
numbers the first day of school. It does not take long for your child(ren) to learn to put their account number in the
keypad. The MicroCheck system keeps track of all the deposits, charges, breakfast, lunch and a la carte sales. This
system has the ability to lock out any purchases of a la carte items. If you do not want your child(ren) to buy extra
food with the money that is sent in, please notify me in writing, and I will take care of it. If at any time, you would
like to know what your child(ren) is eating and/or what the balance is in the account, please feel free to call me. We
encourage parents to pay ahead as it is faster for the students and staff. Please make checks payable to the
Brushton-Moira Cafeteria. Feel free to fill out the free/reduced application and send it in. You can find this
application in the newsletter or by requesting it from the school cafeteria or any of the offices at school. I will
look at every application to make sure every child gets the benefits that he/she is entitled to.
This year, Brushton-Moira cafeteria has many changes to the breakfast and lunch program due to the
wellness policy and also due to the increase of the prices; Breakfast will be $1.00 and lunch will be $1.65. The al
a carte items will also have an increase in price. I will have an al a carte price sheet available on the school
website before school starts. Please encourage your child(ren) to take the full meal as it will be cheaper than just
buying an entrée item and also healthier for them. Example, a piece of pizza will cost the same as a full lunch that
consist of milk, vegetables and pizza.
Please know that Brushton-Moira has a Board of Education policy on charging breakfast and lunch. Each
child is allowed 3 breakfast charges and 3 lunch charges. After the 3 charges, a child will receive toast, juice and
milk for breakfast and Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich, fruit and milk for lunch. A student with an outstanding
breakfast and/or lunch charge will not be able to purchase a la carte items.
As we begin preparation for the start of another school year, we thank you for your interest and support of
the child nutrition program at Brushton-Moira Central School. The strength of our program relies on your interest
and commitment.
If you have any questions at all through the school year, you can contact me at 529-7324, ex. 208.
I am looking forward to another great school year.
Sincerely,
Mary E McKane
Mary E. McKane
School Lunch Manager
Top Ten Ways to Help Children
Develop Healthy Habits
1. Be a positive role model. If you’re practicing healthy habits, it’s a lot easier to convince children
to do the same.
2. Get the whole family active. Plan times for everyone to get moving together. Take walks, ride
bikes, go swimming, garden or just play hide-and-seek outside. Everyone will benefit from the
exercise and the time together.
3. Limit TV, video game and computer time. These habits lead to a sedentary lifestyle and
excessive snacking, which increase risks for obesity and cardiovascular disease.
4. Encourage physical activities that children really enjoy. Every child is unique. Let children
experiment with different activities until each finds something that he or she really loves doing.
They’ll stick with it longer if they love it.
5. Be supportive. Focus on the positive instead of the negative. Everyone likes to be praised for a
job well done. Celebrate successes and help children and teens develop a good self-image.
6. Set specific goals and limits, such as one hour of physical activity a day or two desserts per
week other than fruit. When goals are too abstract or limits too restrictive, the chance for
success decreases.
7. Don’t reward children with food. Candy and snacks as a reward encourage bad habits. Find
other ways to celebrate good behavior.
8. Make dinnertime a family time. When everyone sits down together to eat, there’s less chance
of children eating the wrong foods or snacking too much. Get the kids involved in cooking and
planning meals. Everyone develops good eating habits together and the quality time with the
family will be an added bonus.
9. Make a game of reading food labels. The whole family will learn what’s good for their health
and be more conscious of what they eat. It’s a habit that helps change behavior for a lifetime.
10. Stay involved. Be an advocate for healthier children. Insist on good food choices at school.
Make sure your children’s healthcare providers are monitoring cardiovascular indicators like
BMI, blood pressure and cholesterol. Contact public officials on matters of the heart. Make
your voice heard.
September Breakfast Menu
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
No School
Conference Day
4
5
No School
Labor Day
11
6
No School
Conference Day
12
Blueberry Muffin
or
Cereal
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
18
13
19
25
Bagelers w/cream cheese
or
Cereal
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Trix Yogurt
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Egg & Cheese Muffin
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Chocolate Chip Muffins
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Pancakes
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Cinnamon Bun
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
22
Cereal
or
Cinnamon Raisin Bagel
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
28
Cereal
or
Nutri-grain bar
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Donut
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
15
21
27
Blueberry Muffin
or
Cereal
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
French toast sticks
or
Cereal
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
14
20
26
8
Cereal
or
Nutri-grain bar
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Stuffed Superstix
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Upside Down Day
Cereal
or
Pizza
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
7
French toast sticks
or
Cereal
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
29
Cereal
or
Pancake on a stick
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
Cereal
or
Breakfast Pastry
Toast w/butter
Juice
Milk
September Lunch Menu
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
No School
Conference Day
4
5
6
No School
Labor Day
11
No School
Conference Day
12
Pizza Roll
Tuna Sub
PB&J Sandwich
Broccoli
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
18
25
Mozzarella Cheese Stick
BBQ Pork Rib on bun
PB&J Sandwich
Broccoli
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
Chicken Nuggets
PB&J Sandwich
Scalloped Potatoes
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
13
Chicken Popcorn Bites
PB&J Sandwich
French Fries
Peas and Carrots
Fresh Fruit Day
Milk
19
Brunch for Lunch
Colby Egg & Sausage
Glazed Donut & Sausage
PB&J Sandwich
French Toast Sticks
Hashbrown
Apple Juice
Milk
7
14
20
26
Spaghetti w/bread&butter
Hot dog on bun
PB&J Sandwich
Green Beans
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
Cheeseburger on bun
Hamburger on bun
Hot dog on bun
PB&J Sandwich
French Fries
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
Goulash w/bread&butter
Ham Sub
PB&J Sandwich
Green Beans
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
Grilled Turkey Melt
Bologna Sub
PB&J Sandwich
Tomato Soup
Sun Chips
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
8
15
Taco
Turkey Sub
PB&J Sandwich
Taco Side Dish
Corn
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
21
Chicken Patty on bun
PB&J Sandwich
French Fries
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
27
Pizza
Egg Salad Sandwich
PB&J Sandwich
California Mix
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
22
Italian dunkers
Hot dog on bun
PB&J Sandwich
Green Beans
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
28
Chicken Nuggets
PB&J Sandwich
Seasoned Pasta
Corn
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
Pizza
Fishburger on bun
PB&J Sandwich
Tossed Salad
Carrots
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
Pizza
Tuna Sub
PB&J Sandwich
Carrots
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
29
Grilled Cheese
Turkey Sandwich
PB&J Sandwich
Popcorn
Chicken Noodle Soup
Fresh Fruit Day
Milk
Pizza
Fishburger on bun
PB&J Sandwich
Carrot Sticks
Tossed Salad
Canned Fruit, variety
Milk
NURSE’S OFFICE RULES
The following rules have been instituted regarding visits to the nurse's office:
A. Except in an emergency, students will have a signed agenda from their classroom teacher. Do not arrive between classes.
B. If the nurse’s are not in their office, return to class! Do not wait in the nurse's office anticipating their return. It is extremely rare that the
health office is vacant.
C. It is against school policy for students to make arrangements for early dismissal due to illness without first being evaluated by a school
nurse. Do not use the pay phone or classroom phones to call home because of sickness.
D. If a student is being excused due to illness, the student IS NOT allowed to drive home and transportation must be provided.
E. Students requiring medication during school hours must first have on file a written request form signed by both the parent and the
prescribing physician. Forms are available at the nurse's office. NO MEDICATION (PRESCRIPTION OR OVER-THE-COUNTER) WILL BE
ADMINISTERED WITHOUT THIS PERMISSION FORM ON FILE. Students are also reminded that all medication is to be kept in the nurse's office and
that under only certain circumstances should a student take medication without supervision.
Any student who does not comply with the above regulations will be subject to disciplinary action!
HEALTH INFORMATION UPDATE
Over the years, we find that much of the information contained on our student's permanent health records becomes outdated. A student's
health and medical history enables the school to be aware of each student's individual needs. Updated health information as well as present address,
phone number, and person to call if a parent is unavailable are very important.
If there has been any change in your child's health status recently (e.g., broken bones, hospitalizations, illnesses, surgeries, change in
medication, etc.) or if there has been a change of phone number or person to call if parents are unavailable, please inform either of the school nurses as
soon as possible. Help us to better serve your child's health care needs!
Thank you,
Mrs. Terry & Mrs. Russell
School Nurses
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Dear Parent/Guardian:
Protocol approved by our school physician, Dr. Glenn Champagne, allows the use of topical and emergency medications by Health Office personnel when
providing first aid to students and staff. Also, please note that Epi Pens are kept in the Health Office for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions
(i.e. bee stings).
Please review the list of topical and emergency medications.
Ammonia Inhalants
Antiseptic Mouthwash
Artificial Tears
Bacitracin
Benadryl Spray or Cream (Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride)
Burn Jel (Lidocaine 2%)
Cala-Gel
Campho-Phenique
Dermoplast
Epi-Pen
Epi-Pen Jr.
Eucerin
Hydrocortisone Cream 0.5 - 1%
Hydrogen Peroxide
Ipecac Syrup
Isopropyl rubbing Alcohol
Isotonic Eye Wash
Medicaine Swabs
Medi-Quik
Moisturizing Lotion
Orajel
(Benzocaine)
Orasol
Sterile Solution for contacts
Sterile Sodium Chloride
Sting-Ease Swabs
Tetrahydrozoline Eye Drops (Visine)
White Petrolatum
Sincerely,
Mrs. Connie Terry
Mrs. Brenda Russell
MEDICATION REGULATIONS
Dear Parents,
Students with short term, or chronic health conditions, often are well enough to attend school, but require medication during school hours.
Medications prescribed by a physician can be given at school; however, there are certain state requirements that we have to follow. The New York
State Education Department has sent us the procedures listed below. In addition, they have notified us that these procedures must be followed both for
prescription and non prescription drugs (over the counter medicines, such as aspirin, cough syrup and cough drops). NO EXCEPTIONS to these rules
will be made.
These requirements are:
1.
The school nurse must have on file a written request from the physician in which he indicates how often and dosages of the
prescribed medication.
2.
The school nurse must have on file a written request from the parent to administer the prescribed medication, as well as a signed
field trip release form.
3.
All medications delivered to the school nurse are to be in the original, sealed container. The label is for identification only and does
not constitute a written order from the physician.
4.
Medication should be delivered directly to school by the parents/guardian.
5.
Students are reminded that all medication is to be kept in the nurse's office and that under only certain circumstances should a
student take medication without supervision. In these cases, the doctor, school nurse, and parent agree to this self-medication and the student will be
instructed in the correct usage of such medication. The student will carry signed permission from the school nurse regarding self-medication.
Parents are discouraged from sending medication to school that can be administered at home and caution should be used when sending "as
needed" medication. For your convenience, a copy of the "Medication Request Form" follows. More copies are available in the Nurses Office.
We are bringing this to your attention out of concern for the health and safety of your child. If you have any questions or concerns regarding
these regulations, please contact us at school.
Sincerely,
Connie F. Terry, School Nurse
Brenda Russell, School Nurse
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IMPORTANT SPORTS PHYSICAL NEWS! ATHLETES, PLEASE READ!!
Physicals must be completed before students can participate in any athletic practices. Sport physicals will be offered three
times a year; in August for fall sports, in the fall for winter sports, and in February for spring sports. In addition to physicals, if
the student wishes to play in a subsequent season, physical updates must be completed. For example, if a student played soccer
in the fall and wants to try out for baseball in the spring, he must complete a health update before he is eligible to practice.
Sport physicals are very involved and input is required from the student, parent, school nurse, and school physician. Coaches
are then provided with a list of students who can attend practices.
Unfortunately, in times past, many students have failed to complete the paperwork necessary to participate in athletics.
Therefore, on May 24, 1999, the Brushton-Moira Board of Education passed a motion to enforce the sport physical deadlines
set forth by the school nurse. Announcements and postings of upcoming sport physicals will continue as in the past, but if any
student neglects to get the necessary paperwork and physical completed on time, that student WILL NOT BE ALLOWED
TO TRY OUT FOR THAT SEASON’S ATHLETIC TEAM. Students will be afforded plenty of time to see the nurse and
get the physical done.
To be active in sports at BMC, each student will need to complete his/her paperwork and physical on time.
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STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE - Brushton-Moira Central School offers student accident insurance for those pupils
injured in school related incidents. The enclosed copy of the parent information brochure is being provided to explain
coverage, exclusions and limitations of the plan.
Brushton-Moira Central School
758 County Route 7
Brushton, NY 12916
(518)529-7342
MEDICATION REQUEST FORM
STUDENT'S
NAME________________________________________GRADE_________________
MEDICATION & DOSAGE TO BE ADMINISTERED ___________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
TIME MEDICATION IS TO BE GIVEN_____________________________AM/PM
DATES MEDICATION IS TO BE GIVEN ____________________________________
CONDITION BEING
TREATED_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
COMMENTS __________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_________________________
PARENT' S SIGNATURE
___________________________
PHYSICIAN'S SIGNATURE
* STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO CARRY MEDICATION UNLESS ORDER
SPECIFICALLY STATES THAT THIS IS NECESSARY.
Brushton-Moira Central School District
758 County Route 7, Brushton, New York 12916 • Tel: (518)529-7324 or 7342 • Fax: (518)529-6062 or 6644
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Robin A. Jones
Superintendent of Schools
Steven J. Grenville
Secondary Principal
Catherine Devins
Middle Level Principal/CSE Chair
David LaClair
Business Manager
Michael Lahendro
Guidance Counselor
Isabelle Dorey
Board of Education President
Donna André
Elementary Principal
Dear Parent:
Starting in September, 2006, changes in Education Law will be implemented in
regard to physical examinations for school children.
Students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, 7th, and 10th grade, as well as all new entrants, are
required to have a physical examination.
Our school physician, Dr. Glenn Champagne, conducts these physicals over the
course of the school year. You may choose, however, to have your family physician
or pediatrician complete your child’s physical exam (please note that the exam will be
acceptable only if it was completed within 12 months prior to school entrance and if
the doctor’s health certificate for new entrants is returned to the nurses’ office within
30 days of starting school at BMC). For students in Grades 2, 4, 7, and 10, a
completed and signed physical must be returned to the nurse before the scheduled
exam for your child to be exempt from the school physical. If the completed form is
not returned, the school physician will then do the routine physical examination.
If your child has had a sport physical during the current school year, a repeat
examination is not necessary. However, a physical update must be completed for
each subsequent sport that is played. Some students have expressed concern about
receiving a physical. Please discuss this issue with your child so he/she will feel more
comfortable when this situation occurs.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 529-7342.
Sincerely,
Connie F. Terry, RN
Connie F. Terry, RN
School Nurse
How to Detect and Treat Head Lice
To Parents:
If your child has come home with head lice, don’t panic. Millions of school children contract head lice each year.
Children play in close contact with each other. A simple exchange of hats, clothing, brushes, combs, pillows, and other
personal articles can result in transmission of head lice from one child to another.
Lice can be easily and effectively treated. Your doctor may prescribe either a creme rinse or shampoo to kill lice and
their eggs (nits). By following your doctor’s instructions and the advice below, you can more effectively detect and
prevent head lice in a family member.
1. INSPECT_____________________________________________________________
EXAMINE HEADS
DETECT NITS
Carefully examine hair and scalps of
all family members for lice and their
eggs. Lice are small grayish-tan, much
wingless insects. Lice lay eggs called
nits.
Nits are firmly attached to the hair
shafts, close to the scalp. Nits are
easier to see and detect than
lice. They are small white specks
which are usually found at the
nape of the neck and behind the
ears.
2. TREAT_________________________________________________________________
USE A PEDICULICIDE
USE NIT COMB
Once head lice and/or nits are
found, your doctor may prescribe a
medicine called a pediculicide. If
your doctor prescribes a creme rinse,
follow the instructions on the bottle
label. One application is sufficient for
creme rinse. Some shampoos may
require repeated applications.
After hair has dried thoroughly, the
nits may be removed with a special
nit comb. Combing to remove the
nits is not necessary after using the
crème rinse and some shampoos,
but may be done for cosmetic or
other reasons. Some schools have
a “no nit” policy, which prevents
children from returning to school
until examination of their hair and
scalps reveals no nits.
3. CLEAN UP ENVIRONMENT_________________________________
WASH
VACUUM
Lice are easily spread from one person
to another. Make sure persons with
head lice do not share articles (combs,
brushes, towels, hats, scarves, pillows,
etc.) that have come in contact with
their heads, necks or shoulders. Use
hot water to wash lice-exposed clothes,
towels, and bed linens. Soak combs
and brushes in hot water for 10
minutes. Dry-clean hats and clothing
that cannot be washed (or seal in a
plastic bag for at least two weeks).
Vacuum carpets, upholstery,
pillows, and mattresses which
have been exposed to persons
with head lice.
Public health officials believe the incidence of head lice infestation is on the rise. If one child’s infestation is overlooked, the stage is set for
transmission to the community.
Parents: Be on the lookout for signs and symptoms indicating that your child has contracted head lice. The most common symptom is intense
itching on the back of the neck and head. If you observe your child scratching excessively in this area, check his/her head for nits and lice. If head
lice or nits are found, contact your physician.
Brushton-Moira Directory of
School and Community Services
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
State Police – 483-5000
Sheriff – 483-6795
Fire – 483-1211
Poison Control – 1-800-336-6997
District Office – 529-8948
High School Office – 529-7342
High School Fax – 529-6062
Elementary Office – 529-7324
Elementary Fax – 529-6644
Bus Garage – 529-6521
HEALTH SERVICES
Alice Hyde Hospital
483-3000
Brushton-Moira Clinic
529-7487
Salmon River Clinic
358-3008
St. Regis Mohawk Health Center
358-3141
Plattsburgh Hospital
561-2000
Burlington Hospital
1-802-847-000
Child Health Plus Plan for Kids
1-800-698-4543
Poison Control
1-800-336-6997
Public Health Services
481-1710
Birthright
483-7150
United Cerebral Palsy
483-0109
Office of Mental Retardation and Development
Disabilities
359-2962
North Country Children’s (WIC Clinic)
483-4262
Planned Parenthood
483-7150
MENTAL HEALTH, ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE
ABUSE
Alcoholics Anonymous
891-9035
North Country Council on Alcoholism
483-8867
St. Lawrence Psych. Center
1-315-393-3000
North Star Behavioral Services
483-3261
North Star at Brushton
529-7396 & 7403
St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation Center
--Inpatient
891-3950
--Outpatient
483-6566
Cancer Counseling Services
483-3636
AIDS Counseling Services
358-2001
CHILD CARE SERVICES
Child Care Coordinating Council
Child Care Complaint Line
Franklin County Child Care Unit
Child Care Subsidies (DSS)
561-4999
1-800-732-5207
481-1815
483-6770
EDUCATION & SERVICES – YOUNG CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Early Childhood Direction Center
Public Health (Early Intervention)
483-6523
481-1710
Head Start – Franklin County
Head Start Class at Brushton
BOCES Early Childhood Services
BOCES Administrative Services
Families R’ Us
Evenstart Program
ARC – Franklin County
Children’s Corner
Make a Wish Foundation
North Country Association for
Visually Impaired
North Country Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic
483-7022
529-0090
483-5230
483-6420
481-7281
483-7403
483-8497
483-0090
566-6698
523-1950
564-3137
LEGAL ISSUES
North Country Legal Aid
1-800-722-730
Child Support Collection Unit
481-1869
CEF Crisis Center
483-8211
STOP Domestic Violence
--COMLINKS
483-1261
--HOTLINE
1-800-342-5767
Child Abuse HOTLINE
1-800-342-3720
(for hearing impaired)
1-800-638-5163
North Country Center for Conflict Resolution 483-7498
Consumer Protection
1-800-771-7755
Probation
481-1648
Public Defender
481-1624
COMMUNITY ACTION/SERVICES
COMLINKS
483-1261
Catholic Charities
483-1460
DSS Child Protective Services
481-1820
Migrant Education
1-315-267-2512
Cornell Cooperative Extension
483-7403
One Work Source
481-5755
Literacy Volunteers
483-3583
VESID
483-3530
Food Pantry
529-7483, 529-6663, 529-7290
Waiver Program
481-5746
Foster Care
481-1824
Medicaid, Food Stamps, HEAP
481-1808
Office of the Aging
481-1526
Veterans Service Agency
481-1540
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
If you have a change of address during the school year or your phone number has changed,
please notify the main office with new information. For students in grades K - 5, please call 5297324 and for those in grades 6 - 12 call 529-7342.
When your child receives his/her report card, please check the mailing address to
make sure it is correct. If the address is not correct, please contact Mrs. Christene
Martin at the Elementary Office at 529-7342 so that your child’s records can be
updated. It is very important that the school has your correct mailing address and
phone number in case of an emergency. Thank you in advance for your help in this
matter.
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SCHOOL TAX COLLECTOR
Community Bank in Brushton, New York will collect school taxes for the 2006 school
year for 65 days beginning August 31, 2006.
Monday - Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
NO INTEREST
Aug. 31 – Sept. 30
2% INTEREST
Oct. 1 – Oct. 31
3% INTEREST
Nov. 1 – Nov. 3
LAST DAY TO PAY TAXES - November 3, 2006
NO PAYMENT CAN BE RECEIVED BY
THE COLLECTOR
AFTER NOVEMBER 3, 2006
STUDENT DROP-OFFS IN THE MORNING
The traffic flow in front of the school
you drive your children to school,
back of the south parking lot
children off by the
much safer than pulling in
the circle and having
buses. The children will not
and parents will not be held up
attention to this matter will help
for all of us.
will be changed for this school year. When
we ask that you drive straight to the
and turn around to drop your
Elementary Cafeteria. This is
while buses are unloading in
children walking between
have to cross a lane of traffic
by the buses. Your courteous
the morning run more smoothly
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A FRIENDLY REMINDER
All visitors to Brushton-Moira Central School during regular school hours are asked to enter
through Door #3, which is located to the left of the flag pole from the circle
driveway. All other doors are locked.
A gatekeeper is in place to call your child(ren) down to the doors at
dismissal, or if you need to sign a child out for an appointment. All
visitors need to sign in with the gatekeeper and pick up a visitor’s badge
that must be worn while you are in the school.
We are all working very hard to ensure the safety of all of our children.
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REQUESTS
Each year there are many requests for specific teachers sent in to the Elementary Office. A
parent’s input into their child’s education is always welcome. If you have a
specific request for the 2007 – 2008 school year, please be advised that you will
need to contact Mrs. André to set up a meeting to discuss the request
before May 15, 2007. Only requests that have an educational basis can be
honored. The elementary teachers take great care to create class lists that
are fair, equal and consider the learning styles of each student. These
lists are completed before the third week in June. Requests made after
May 15th can not be honored.
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
Dear Parents and Community Members,
Our school continues to collect Box Tops for Education. These Box Tops are worth 10 cents
each for our school. This year Box Tops for Education paid for a Reading Celebration with music
by Jim McCarthy. Some students who met their goals danced on stage!
Please continue to send in your Box Tops for Education. There is also a collection bin at the
Community Bank in Brushton. Thanks for helping our students meet their goal!
Sincerely,
Donna
Donna André
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SUBSTITUTE OPPORTUNITIES
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•
•
•
•
•
•
Teacher (all areas)
Nurse
Security and bus monitor, teacher assistant, teacher aide
Secretary
Custodian/maintenance/cleaner
Bus driver
Cafeteria/food preparation
The substitute positions listed above may require specific qualifications and are usually
filled on a daily and as-needed basis.
Please contact the district office at 529-8948 for more information if you are interested in
these opportunities.
If you know qualified individuals who may be interested, please pass this information
along to them.
Come join your local school team.
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JCEO HEAD START
We are recruiting children for the current school year!! Do you know a 3 or 4 year child that
may be income eligible or may have special needs? Please contact JCEO Head Start today!!
Malone Main Office # 483-7022
Brushton Center # 529-0090
BRUSHTON-MOIRA CENTRAL SCHOOL
758 COUNTY ROUTE 7
BRUSHTON, NEW YORK 12916
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BRUSHTON, NEW YORK 12916
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POSTAL CUSTOMER
Administration
Robin Jones, Superintendent of Schools
David LaClair, Business Manager/Treasurer
Steven J. Grenville, Secondary Principal
Catherine Devins, Middle Level Principal/CSE Chair
Donna André, Elementary Principal
Board of Education
Isabelle Dorey, President
Paula Niles, Vice – President
Gayle Martin, Treasurer
Steven Curran
Dennis Egan
Ronald DeBeer
Frank Jakob
Valerie Dunning
Jane Sevey