Yorktown Pride: The Class of 2008 Graduates in Memorable Ceremony The 325 members of this outstanding class of young men and women set the standard for weathering storms with grace, humor and spirit as they stepped across the stage in the gymnasium of their beloved high school and on to the great things their families and our community have prepared them for. What a magnificent group. Photo composite credit: LoHud.com.
Moving On and Moving Up Memories
Four Scholar Athlete Awards Sets Record Four outstanding Yorktown High School students were names Con Ed Scholar Athletes this year, a record for the school. The award recognizes students who excel as athletes and as scholars.
Learn more about John Froats, Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Kasey O'Connor and Brendan Kurpis, the honored recipients of this award. >> More
Have A Seat, Please Very welcoming words, especially when they come with a $35,000 check in support of the Yorktown High School Auditorium Fundraising Drive.
Tom Jacobs, Bruce Apar and his wife Elyse presented the check to the Board of Education to purchase new seats for the remodeled high school auditorium.
"It was a long time coming" said Mr. Jacobs, but it will all be worth it for the pride that our students will feel being in there." The generous donation from the Harrison Apar Field of Dreams with Suzanne and Tom Jacobs fundraising drive on behalf of the "Have A Seat" capped a strong commitment and a tremendous effort. Thank you!
Grace Foundation Makes a Positive Impact with Operation Positive Role Model
More than 70 Mildred E. Strang Middle School students received accolades, recognition and rewards for contributing to Operation Project Role Model, at the Grace Foundation annual dinner held earlier this month. Students Kristen Burke, Domenica Scannapieco and Anna Carbone were awarded $1,000 scholarship for their outstanding behavior and spontaneous acts of kindness throughout the year. Each of the winners went through rigorous recognition process, and were recognized by their peers, teachers and staff independently of each other. >> Read more
Soupstone for Sale -- Get Yours Now!
The 2008 Edition of Yorktown High School's Art and Literary Magazine is currently on sale in the high school cafeteria. Soupstone, Yorktown High School's art and literary magazine is a yearly publication dedicated to showcasing the many talented artists and writers attending our school. Please stop by the high school main lobby and pick up a copy ($8) today! Contact Trish Calhoun (YHS English Department) at 914-243-8047 or pcalhoun@yorktown.org with any questions or to reserve a copy.
Eleven Honored With SEPTA Awards The Yorktown Special Education Parent-Teacher Association honored eleven students for their personal and academic accomplishments at a heartwarming and joyous celebration. >> Read more
Yorktown Scores Scholar Athlete Team Honors Every Spring Team Earns NYSPHSAA Distinction
The eight spring Varsity athletic teams of the Yorktown Central School District have been honored with the New York State Public High School Scholar Athlete Award for achieving academic excellence while participating in varsity level interscholastic athletics. Hearty congratulations to the athletes and their coaches of these teams: Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Boys Golf, Softball, Baseball, Boys Tennis, Boys Track & Field, Girls Track & Field. This is the second season in a row our athletes have achieved this level of excellence.
Board Appoints High School Principal The Yorktown Central School District Board of Education appointed Mr. Joseph DeGennaro principal of Yorktown High School, effective July 1, 2008. Mr. DeGennaro, a Yorktown resident, has been the Assistant Principal at Irvington High School for the past eight years. Prior to his position in Irvington, Mr. DeGennaro was the Athletic Director at Hastings High School. Board of Education President Mrs. Jackie Carbone and Mr. DeGennaro are pictured above following his appointment at the Board's meeting. >> More
District Recognized for Academic Achievement
The Yorktown Central School District has been recognized by the New York State Education Department as a High Performing/Gap Closing district for continuous improvements on NYS assessments. Brookside Elementary School, Crompond Elementary School, Mildred E. Strang Middle School and Yorktown High School met or exceeded New York State standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics, and made Adequate Yearly Progress in both areas under federal No Child Left Behind regulations.
Yorktown
Fields
and
Facilities
Plan
The Yorktown Central School District, the town and athletics clubs have been working collaboratively to find a solution to the crowded and
overused facilities in the district. This link will take you to background information and a FAQ brochure.
With General "George Washington" Feldman at the fore followed by his American Continental Army...students wore revolutionary war garments, marched around the school, set up tents and ate traditional war food of the period.
For Their Aid And Help We Will Always Be Truly Grateful
An historical marker honoring the contribution of the French to America's independence will be dedicated at 12:30pm Friday, May 30 at the French Hill School, the site of a French encampment along the Washington - Rochambeau Trail that stretches from Rhode Island to Yorktown, Virginia. The marker's sign was created by the students in Mr. Christopher DiPasquale's Living History class at the Mildred E. Strang Middle School, and is the culmination of a year's investigation and collaborative study that enriched the education of all involved. >> Read more
Music & Culture of the 60s Come to MESMS MESMS 8th grade students were treated to the fab trio, "Squeaky Clean" who performed The 1960s – Decade of Turmoil and Triumph. The local musicians showed video from the era, shared sing-alongs and narrated events of the period while performing a 60s selection from the Beatles, Jimmy Hendrix, the Doors, Aretha Franklin and more. The multimedia and music presentation brings history a little closer to life as the music reflected the struggle of the civil rights movement, the new hope of space travel, the conflict of the politics and the chaos of war.
Middle States Evaluation Team Recommends Yorktown High School for Accreditation “Yorktown is providing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum to an extremely talented and motivated student body. The faculty is a dedicated and highly trained group of professionals who commit themselves to the children entrusted to them with the passion and care of an extended family.” -- From the oral report of the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association Team >> Read more
Honor Society Induction for Seventy Three In a ceremony steeped in tradition and pride, seventy three students who demonstrate the scholarship, leadership and character that typifies a member of the National Honor Society were inducted into the Yorktown High School chapter of this prestigious organization.
YHS Orchestra and Wind Ensemble Brings Magic to Disney Every one of the 90 students who performed at the elite Disney Magic Music Days program in Orlando last month knew the way to get there was with practice, practice, practice. But it also took about 10 tons of grapefruit. >> Find out more
Brookside Students Take Ford Challenge to Next Level Students who took the Ford Motor Company Challenge last fall to build a prototype of environmentally sound “green” cars visited the Javits Center recently to see first hand some of the new technology that matches their vision. The youngsters got quite the eyeful during the inspirational trip. The program is the brainchild of Brookside teacher Charlie Brooks. >> Enjoy a slideshow
Separated at Birth? That's what it looks like through the camera lens that captured Mohansic principal Mrs. Berry (left), and teachers Mrs. Cusano and Mrs. Young with their look-a-likes during the school's Dress-Like-A-Teacher Day.
MESMS Character Building Initiative Features Haifa Bint-Kadi
Ms. Bint-Kadi, a mosaic and teaching artist affiliated with the Westchester Arts Council, worked with Mildred E. Strang Middle School students in dramatic and purposeful role-playing that explored discrimination and harassment. Ms. Bint-Kadi's residency was a key component of the Middle School community building and character education program. >> More
Yorktown High School Welcomes Middle States Team
The Yorktown Central School District energetically welcomes the Middle States Accreditation for Growth Team to Yorktown High School for its final review. Middle States accredition is a prestigious designation for a high school, signifying educational excellence as a result of an extensive, multi-year peer review process. >> Read more
You'll Get a Charge out of This
The Liberty Science Center had Mildred E. Strang middle schooler’s hair standing on end as they ushered in their “science sportacular.” The Liberty Center staff brought Sir Isaac Newton’s and Tesla’s laws to life and illustrated how energy works in real time. And, yes, with her hand on the electromagnetic ball, her hair stood up as those electrons did their dance.
High School Principal Search Underway
An educational leadership search firm has been appointed by the Yorktown Central School District Board of Education to conduct a search for a high school principal. At its meeting last week, the Board appointed Orchard Hill Consulting to direct the search. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ralph Napolitano recently met with Dr. Ernest Piermarini and Dr. Kathleen Zazza of the firm to discuss the search protocol and procedures, and the timeline in which the search will be conducted. A survey has been created by the consultants to gather input to the selection process. Please use the following links:
Foundation for Excellence Sets New Date for Dinner Dance
The Foundation for Excellence in Yorktown Education annual fundraising dinner dance has been rescheduled to Friday, June 6th from 7:00-11:00pm at the Colonial Terrace in Cortland Manor. >> More
Lisa O'Shea to Take Helm at Crompond in July Dr. Feldman is Retiring After Eleven Years at YCSD The Yorktown Central School District Board of Education has appointed Ms. Lisa O'Shea principal of Crompond Elementary School effective July 1, 2008. Ms. O'Shea succeeds Dr. Joel Feldman, who is retiring June 30th after eleven years with the Yorktown Central School District. A reception welcoming Ms. O'Shea was held following her appointment at Monday's Board of Education meeting. That's Ms. O'Shea, pictured to the right.
Yorktown
Fields
and
Facilities
Plan
The Yorktown Central School District, the town and athletics clubs have been working collaboratively to find a solution to the crowded and
overused facilities in the district. This link will take you to background information and a FAQ brochure.
Two YHS Students Win Top Awards at
Westchester Science & Engineering Fair
JJ Luceno and Caitlin Curnyn submitted projects good enough to earn them the opportunity to present at the prestigious Intel International Science & Engineering Fair next month. >> More
Who Are These People and Why Are They Smiling?
Meet the music faculty of the Yorktown Central School District. These wonderful musicians performed in a recital last week that brought down the house and raised money for student music camp scholarships. They are from left to right: Mary Peters (MESMS), Marina Berger (French Hill), Michele Salustri (Brookside), Jean Cilione (Crompond), Tom Arduini (High School), Paul DiRito (MESMS), Al Torrente (MESMS), Nancy Torrente (MESMS and High School), Emily Kluga (High School), Jeff Smith (Mohansic), and Jeff Whalen (Brookside and Crompond). Michael Goetz (Brookside/Crompond Orchestra teacher) performed with his colleagues, but did not make it into the picture.
Yorktown Scores Scholar Athlete Team Honors Every Winter Team Earns NYSPHSAA Distinction
The eleven Winter Varsity athletic teams of the Yorktown Central School District have been honored with the New York State Public High School Scholar Athlete Award for achieving academic excellence while participating in varsity level interscholastic athletics. This remarkable achievement is a credit to the students and their families, their coaches and the community that rallies around them on the slopes, tracks, lanes, rinks, pools, courts and mats wherever they compete. Hearty congratulations to the athletes and their coaches: Boys Skiing, Girls Skiing, Boys Track, Girls Track, Boys Bowling, Girls Bowling, Ice Hockey, Boys Swimming & Diving, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, and Boys Wrestling.
French Hill Students Earn Their 15 Minutes
French Hill
students
earned more than their 15 minutes of fame --- much more --- during the just concluded March Read-A-Thon. The youngsters accumulated more than 7,000 fifteen minute reading sessions during out-of-school hours as they went "Bananas Over Reading". The goals of the school's read-a-thon were to heighten the children’s awareness and love of reading and to strengthen the parent/teacher partnership. >> Read more
Grace Foundation Grant Continues to Build Positive Character Development Good citizenship is very much a part of the Mildred E. Strang Middle School culture. And, with the generous help of the F. Cecil Grace Foundation, a thoughftul series of initiatives are infused throughout the daily life of students and staff at the school. These innovative and effective programs are helping our youngsters to become productive responsible citizens. >> Read more
Accomplished Athletes Danielle Bonner placed 1st in the State Gymnastics Competition in the Uneven Bars Event and placed 3rd overall in the State Individual Competition. And bowler Anna Young had the highest game score in the state with a 245, placing 11th overall. This outstanding athlete is also the recipient of the Section I Sportsmanship Award. Congratulations also go to Evan Palumbo and Dan Mason for their outstanding performance at the State Swimming and Diving Meet this weekend.
French Hill Students Go Bananas Over Reading Beginning Friday, and continuing throughout the month of March, French Hill students plan to rack-up 5,000 sessions of reading time during non-school hours. The goals of the school's read-a-thon are to heighten the children’s awareness and love of reading and to strengthen the parent/teacher partnership. The month long focus on reading includes Bring a Stuffed Animal Day (to read to), a visit from illustrator Brian Pinkney, No TV Day, Guest Reader Day, and lots of surprises.
YHS Jazz Band Brings Their Joy of Music to the Young & Young at Heart The Yorktown High School Jazz Band tore up the town this week as they stepped out on their annual whirlwind tour of all four elementary schools and the Country House, a long term care residence for adults in Yorktown Heights. It was such a great day for everyone. We couldn't tell who had more fun, the very appreciative audiences or the very enthusiastic and talented musicians and their teachers, Emily Kluga and Jeff Whalen.
Brilliant YHS Artist Exhibits in District Art Space Sophie Howat's solo exhibition in the District's Administration Offices is the first in a series of rotating shows of student art. Visitors are welcome any day school is in session.
Mohansic 2nd Graders Learn Sportsmanship from Packy the Pachyderm
An elephant never forgets and neither will the Mohansic 2nd graders who got a memorable lesson in sportsmanship from the loveable and wise Packy the Pachyderm. The youngsters learned to be FAIR: Follow the Rules, Always try your best, Include Everyone and Respect your opponent. Good advice at any age! >> Read more
Crompond 5th Graders Show off Signature Science Event
The inquisitive youngsters completed another signature Science Expo. The annual event requires each student to roll up their sleeves and dig deep and investigate using the Scientific Method. The investigative process and the scientific method is part of a larger program to build math and science skills that will follow students through high school and university. The Expo is a chance for students get to show off those skills. >> More
Alyssa Satin Capucilli Captivates French Hill Students
The famed children's author, whose series about Biscuit the puppy is inspiring a generation of emerging readers, took the youngsters through the creative process, from brainstorming to writing and illustrating. They loved it!
Ms. Sullivan Shares Her School Nursing Expertise Yorktown High School Nurse Coordinator Victoria Sullivan spoke to other school nurses from around the region on the Role of the School Nurse in Managing Intoxication and Withdrawal in a School Setting at a workshop sponsored by Westchester County and the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. She addressed parental involvement, collaborating with other schools system and community based professionals.
District and Town Working Together to Build a Safer, Stronger Yorktown
Dr. Ralph Napolitano, Superintendent of Yorktown Central School District stood along side Don Peters, Yorktown’s new Town Supervisor in front of snowy Downing Park on Route 202 to affirm the Town and the District’s collaborative effort to make Downing Park more accessible and usable for students and residents. >> Read more
Andrew Wu Advances to Intel Semifinals
We are delighted to report that Yorktown High School senior Andrew Wu was named a semifinalist in the prestigious Intel Science Talent Search, the nation's oldest science competition. Andrew is one of 300 semifinalists from throughout the country who will now compete for 40 finalist slots at the Science Talent Institute in March. The Science Research Program at Yorktown High School provides students with the opportunity to pursue scientific research at a college graduate level.
National Honor Society Inducts Thirteen In a ceremony steeped in tradition, thirteen Yorktown High School seniors were inducted into the National Honor Society. Membership in the National Honor Society is more than just an earned honor, it is a commitment to a set of ideals. >> Read more
New Year Brings Lower Lunch Prices In the District's continued efforts to work with our food providers, to follow wellness policies, to find the best pricing for the community and to respond to student feedback, we are able to make changes to the school cafeteria offerings that more adequately reflect our wellness goals and objectives. And with that, lower lunch prices. >> Read more
Yorktown Welcomes First Director of Wellness Laura Tolosi, a registered dietician, has been appointed Director of Wellness for the Yorktown Central School District. Ms. Tolosi will be responsible for promoting district wellness policies, implementing wellness programs for students and staff, building community partnerships and seeking grants to support District goals. Her position is funded by proceeds from the school lunch program. >> Read more
Winter Concerts Showcase Musical Magic
We love our music program in Yorktown, and it shows. Talented and enthusiastic students, an outstanding faculty, supportive parents and community members combine to produce the most beautiful music. Enjoy these shots from the recent winter concerts.
Fifth Annual Holiday Wrestling Tournament Ten teams from throughout the region competed in the North County News Holiday Wrestling Classic Tournament hosted by the Yorktown Central School District. Yorktown senior Mike Ahearn dominated his 130 lb. weight class and was nominated most Outstanding Wrestler award at the tourney for the second year in a row. Nick Genovese, a 160 lb. junior, won all five of his matches and is 7-0 for the year.
News Archive 2007-2008 School Year
Yorktown Central School District Receives 125K Grant from Grace Foundation Grant Supports Middle School Positive Role Model Program
The school community was out in force to say thank you to the F. Cecil Grace Foundation for its commitment to the positive character development of our middle school students. The foundation presented the District with a $125,000 grant to fund Project Positive Role Model, which reinforces the youngster's spontaneous acts of kindness. The grant also funds anti-bullying initiatives developed by the Mildred E. Strang Middle School faculty and staff.
French Hill Wee Deliver Post Office Moves the Mail Neither snow nor rain not heat nor gloom of night stays these French Hill couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds. The collectors, sorters, carriers and postmasters at French Hill Elementary school are gaining some powerful real-world experiences in the Wee Deliver Mail program, a literacy partnership with the United States Postal Service that mirrors community life.
Ford Challenge Inspires "Envi" The innovative collaboration between
Brookside Elementary School
and the Ford Motor Company crossed the finish line with everyone an all around winner. Students imagined, engineered and unveiled their "green" concept cars to senior Ford executives, their parents, district staff and the news media. Quite the car show! >> Read the Journal News coverage
Nineteen Participate in All States Festival Nineteen students from the Yorktown Central School District participated in the 2007 Area All-State Festival held on Thursday, November 8th at the SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center. These students were selected after a rigorous audition process that was completed at last spring’s NYSSMA Solo Evaluation Festival. >> Read more
Ms. Dwyer Receives Leadership Award Veronica Dwyer, Yorktown Central School District Health Coordinator, was honored with the 2007 Exceptional Leader Award by the NYS Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. >> Read more
Do We Have Your Number? Parents, if you have a new phone number at home, at work
or for your cell, please notify your child’s school. This will
help us stay connected with you in case of an emergency.
Financial Aid Workshop Thursday, November 8 Parents, this is the one you do not want to miss. Heather McDonnell, the VP of Financial Aid for Sarah Lawrence is leading this important Workshop at 7:00pm, Thursday, November 8th in the YHS Library. She will lay it all out: the FAFSA and more for your senior, the planning for your junior, and important steps to take now for your sophomore and freshman. Do come early: Student Assistant Counselor Davia Buggé will be on hand at 6:30pm with some solid advice about Senioritis. >> Read more
College Board Recognizes YHS Senior The College Board’s National Hispanic Recognition Program has honored Scott Bender, a Yorktown High School senior, for his academic excellence.
The National Hispanic Recognition Program, established in 1983, provides national recognition for exceptional academic achievement. Each year the NHRP identifies approximately 3,300 of the highest scoring students from a nationwide total of 124,000 high school juniors who took the PSAT/NMSQT in the 11th grade, and designated themselves as Hispanic.
Fifty Seven Students Awarded AP Scholar Status
Fifty seven Yorktown High School student are among the top 18 percent of students worldwide who performed well enough in the college-level Advanced Placement exams to earn the designation of AP Scholar.
The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program offers students the opportunity to take challenging college-level courses while still in high school, and to receive college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams.
Students took the AP exams in May of 2007 after completing challenging college level courses at Yorktown High School.
One Yorktown student qualified for the prestigious award of National Scholar. This is the highest award given to students who receive an average grade of at least 4 in all AP exams taken, and grades of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. Twenty two students received “Scholar with Distinction” awards by scoring an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and grades of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams Sixteen students qualified for ”Scholar with Honor” awards by receiving an average grade of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, and grades of 3 or higher on four or more of the exams. Eighteen students received “Scholar” awards scoring a 3 or higher on three or more exams.
Introducing Leo Sposato, Director of Communications Leo Sposato is no stranger to the Yorktown Central School District. As an English and TV Production/Film teacher at Yorktown High School for ten years, he knows the importance of effective communication and the power of language.
Tax Relief
In July of 2007, the Yorktown Central School District Board of
Education returned an additional $200,000 to tax payers. This action
reduced the tax rate increase from 5.10% to 4.78% in the Town of Yorktown and further increased the tax rate cuts in the towns of New
Castle and Cortlandt. The money became avaliable as a result of
operating surpluses from the 2006-2007 school year. When combined with
the $600,000 previously used to reduce taxes in the upcoming budgetyear, Yorktown residents will have benefited from $800,000 in total tax
relief.
In addition, the Board of Education passed a resolution mandating that
all unreserved fund balance monies in excess of $1.5 million, be
returned to taxpayers in the 2008-2009 school year. As of the date of
this article, this translates into at least an additonal $450,000 in tax
relief that residents can expect in 2008.
Board of Education Meets Monday, July 23 The Yorktown Central School District Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting Monday, July 23, 2006 beginning at 5:00pm in the Administration Conference Room, 2725 Crompond Road. The Board will be meeting to discuss the final 2006-07 fund balance and tax warrant, andwill meet with a candidate wishing to be considered for the vacancy left by Board trustee, Joyce McCoy.
Mrs. Carbone Elected Board of Education President Mrs. Corrado Elected Vice-President
Mrs. Jackie Carbone was elected President of the Yorktown Central School District Board of Education by her fellow Trustees at the Annual Reorganization Meeting July 9th. Mrs. Karen Corrado was elected Vice-President. Both terms are for one year.
Phase I of Building Improvement Plan Underway at Elementary Schools Fourteen renovation projects are taking place at French Hill, Mohansic, Brookside and Crompond Elementary Schools. >> Read more for specifics
Immunization Information for Incoming 6th Graders
There are important, new immunization guidelines parents need to know. >> More information
Contact:
Leo Sposato
Director of Communications
914 243 7741
of this outstanding class of young men and women set the standard for weathering storms with grace, humor and spirit as they stepped across the stage in the gymnasium of their beloved high school and on to the great things their families and our community have prepared them for. What a magnificent group. Photo composite credit: 
Edition of Yorktown High School's Art and Literary Magazine is currently on sale in the high school cafeteria. Soupstone, Yorktown High School's art and literary magazine is a yearly publication dedicated to showcasing the many talented artists and writers attending our school. Please stop by the high school main lobby and pick up a copy ($8) today! Contact Trish Calhoun (YHS English Department) at 914-243-8047 or 
Central School District have been honored with the New York State Public High School Scholar Athlete Award for achieving academic excellence while participating in varsity level interscholastic athletics. Hearty congratulations to the athletes and their coaches of these teams: Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Boys Golf, Softball, Baseball, Boys Tennis, Boys Track & Field, Girls Track & Field. This is the second season in a row our athletes have achieved this level of excellence. 
Mr. Joseph DeGennaro principal of Yorktown High School, effective July 1, 2008. Mr. DeGennaro, a Yorktown resident, has been the Assistant Principal at Irvington High School for the past eight years. Prior to his position in Irvington, Mr. DeGennaro was the Athletic Director at Hastings High School. Board of Education President Mrs. Jackie Carbone and Mr. DeGennaro are pictured above following his appointment at the Board's meeting. 
8th grade students were treated to the fab trio, "Squeaky Clean" who performed The 1960s – Decade of Turmoil and Triumph. The local musicians showed video from the era, shared sing-alongs and narrated events of the period while performing a 60s selection from the Beatles, Jimmy Hendrix, the Doors, Aretha Franklin and more. The multimedia and music presentation brings history a little closer to life as the music reflected the struggle of the civil rights movement, the new hope of space travel, the conflict of the politics and the chaos of war.
Central School District Board of Education has appointed Ms. Lisa O'Shea principal of Crompond Elementary School effective July 1, 2008. Ms. O'Shea succeeds Dr. Joel Feldman, who is retiring June 30th after eleven years with the Yorktown Central School District. A reception welcoming Ms. O'Shea was held following her appointment at Monday's Board of Education meeting. That's Ms. O'Shea, pictured to the right. 
Yorktown High School Jazz Band tore up the town this week as they stepped out on their annual whirlwind tour of all four elementary schools and the Country House, a long term care residence for adults in Yorktown Heights. It was such a great day for everyone. We couldn't tell who had more fun, the very appreciative audiences or the very enthusiastic and talented musicians and their teachers, Emily Kluga and Jeff Whalen.
never forgets and neither will the Mohansic 2nd graders who got a memorable lesson in sportsmanship from the loveable and wise Packy the Pachyderm. The youngsters learned to be FAIR: Follow the Rules, Always try your best, Include Everyone and Respect your opponent. Good advice at any age! 
inquisitive youngsters completed another signature Science Expo. The annual event requires each student to roll up their sleeves and dig deep and investigate using the Scientific Method. The investigative process and the scientific method is part of a larger program to build math and science skills that will follow students through high school and university. The Expo is a chance for students get to show off those skills. 
School Nurse Coordinator Victoria Sullivan spoke to other school nurses from around the region on the Role of the School Nurse in Managing Intoxication and Withdrawal in a School Setting at a workshop sponsored by Westchester County and the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. She addressed parental involvement, collaborating with other schools system and community based professionals. 
