The elementary book fair will still be running through November 4th for in person shopping!

Attention winter athletes: If you still need a sports physical, tomorrow is the final day the doctor will be on site. Please sign up today so you don't miss out!
Action required starting Nov. 5th: District parents and guardians, please check your inbox for important details on verifying your contact information.

Please sign up your student athletes for Winter sports. Use the easy access button on our homepage at brunswickcsd.org
Physicals should have been done on or after 11/01/2025, if your child does not have an updated physicals please contact Mrs. Bader and I will add them to the list for the school doctor will be here 10/27 and 10/28 if needed.
Physicals should have been done on or after 11/01/2025, if your child does not have an updated physicals please contact Mrs. Bader and I will add them to the list for the school doctor will be here 10/27 and 10/28 if needed.

Mark your calendars: Armed Forces Day at Tamarac High School is November 10th during lunch periods.

Attention Seniors! Financial Aid: College Goal Saturday
Students and families looking for help with the FAFSA are invited to College Goal Saturday at Hudson Valley Community College. Our team will be available to assist with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
9 a.m. – noon
Guenther Enrollment Services Center, 1st Floor
Register here:
https://forms.hvcc.edu/machform/view.php?id=306508
Students and families looking for help with the FAFSA are invited to College Goal Saturday at Hudson Valley Community College. Our team will be available to assist with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
9 a.m. – noon
Guenther Enrollment Services Center, 1st Floor
Register here:
https://forms.hvcc.edu/machform/view.php?id=306508
Felt like last week’s Secondary Bengal Bulletin was missing a little something? You were right! Click here to read the full newsletter: https://aptg.co/0N-0nP
It's the season of giving! We have food drives occurring in both of our buildings - please consider donating if you are able.
The Middle school Tamarac Food Drive to support the Brunswick Cares Community Food Pantry is on. Please bring items in and give them to your 1st period teacher. It is important to check expiration dates! This will run through October 30th.
The Middle school Tamarac Food Drive to support the Brunswick Cares Community Food Pantry is on. Please bring items in and give them to your 1st period teacher. It is important to check expiration dates! This will run through October 30th.

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Tamarac Elementary next week!

The Secondary School will follow a modified schedule this Friday so that all classes meet before our end-of-day pep rally events. Due to this shortened schedule, the cafeteria will be serving grab-and-go options that include bagels, mini cream cheese bagels, breakfast sandwiches and salads.
🐾 7:30 – 8:01 AM | 1st Period
🐾 8:04 – 8:32 AM | 2nd Period
🐾 8:35 – 9:03 AM | 3rd Period
🐾 9:06 – 9:34 AM | 4th Period
🐾 9:37 – 10:05 AM | 5th Period
🐾 10:08 – 10:36 AM | 6th Period
🐾 10:39 – 11:07 AM | 7th Period
🐾 11:10 – 11:38 AM | 8th Period
🐾 11:41 – 12:11 PM | 9th Period
🐾 12:11 – 2:11 PM | PEP RALLY / MS BASH 🎉
It's the season of giving! We have food drives occurring in both of our buildings - please consider donating if you are able.
Tamarac Elementary School is once again partnering with Brunswick Church to run a Thanksgiving Food Drive. We will be collecting the items below from October 19-November 4:
15 oz canned corn
15 oz canned green beans
15 oz box mashed potatoes
14 oz canned cranberry sauce
6 oz or 12 oz twin pack box stuffing
12 oz or 18 oz turkey gravy (no glass jars, please)
Please send in items with your child, and they will be picked up at their classroom. Thanks for supporting our community- every donation is greatly appreciated!
Tamarac Elementary School is once again partnering with Brunswick Church to run a Thanksgiving Food Drive. We will be collecting the items below from October 19-November 4:
15 oz canned corn
15 oz canned green beans
15 oz box mashed potatoes
14 oz canned cranberry sauce
6 oz or 12 oz twin pack box stuffing
12 oz or 18 oz turkey gravy (no glass jars, please)
Please send in items with your child, and they will be picked up at their classroom. Thanks for supporting our community- every donation is greatly appreciated!

Attention Secondary Students - there will be no loaner Chromebooks tomorrow morning. Please ensure you charge and bring your Chromebooks for Monday morning.
There will be a Board of Education meeting this evening. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. in the Secondary School LGI.
If you are unable to attend in person, you can stream the meeting on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bcsdevents7574/featured
If you are unable to attend in person, you can stream the meeting on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bcsdevents7574/featured

There is still time to register for Tamarac Tunes and Treats (formally known as the Senior Citizen Concert & Luncheon)! Email alabshere@brunswickcsd.org with the number of guests planning on attending the October 29th event. The concert starts at 9:30 a.m. with treats immediately to follow.

Let's have some fun - Spirit Week is next week in the Secondary School!
From mapping and measuring to building and painting, Mr. Augstell’s technology class did it all in their latest directional sign project! Students picked locations personal to them and brought their signs to life step by step. It was a wonderful hands-on lesson combining creativity and technical skill—and the pride on everyone's faces says it all!





Tamarac Secondary School Library is having a Scholastic Book Fair. There are two ways to shop!
In-person
The Book Fair will be in the middle school library from October 19- 23rd. It will be open during lunch and study hall for browsing.
Students can bring cash, credit card or check (made out to Brunswick CSD).
Scholastic is now offering a new, cash-free payment option called eWallet, making it easier for kids to buy books! This is a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, pre-authorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/ewallet.html
Online:
Support our school by shopping at The Scholastic Store Online. All orders ship home and book-only orders over $25 ship free. Every purchase benefits our school and helps develop a love of reading! Visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/tamaracmiddleschool
In-person
The Book Fair will be in the middle school library from October 19- 23rd. It will be open during lunch and study hall for browsing.
Students can bring cash, credit card or check (made out to Brunswick CSD).
Scholastic is now offering a new, cash-free payment option called eWallet, making it easier for kids to buy books! This is a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, pre-authorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/ewallet.html
Online:
Support our school by shopping at The Scholastic Store Online. All orders ship home and book-only orders over $25 ship free. Every purchase benefits our school and helps develop a love of reading! Visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/tamaracmiddleschool

Hey Skiers and boarders, the time is coming soon to join the Tamarac Ski & Board Club!
There will be a mandatory short meeting during 1st period Thursday, October 15th. Middle school students will go to Ms. Findlay’s room 547 and high school students will go to Mr. Mahar's (our new high school advisor) room 540. Ski Club packets will be available for any student interested in joining the club. The club is on a first come first serve basis, so you will want to turn in your 3 papers from your packet and the check for the bus as soon as possible to hold your spot. No monies will be accepted if papers or signatures are missing. Once all the spots are filled, there will be a waitlist.
There will be a mandatory short meeting during 1st period Thursday, October 15th. Middle school students will go to Ms. Findlay’s room 547 and high school students will go to Mr. Mahar's (our new high school advisor) room 540. Ski Club packets will be available for any student interested in joining the club. The club is on a first come first serve basis, so you will want to turn in your 3 papers from your packet and the check for the bus as soon as possible to hold your spot. No monies will be accepted if papers or signatures are missing. Once all the spots are filled, there will be a waitlist.

✏️ Make a Difference at Tamarac Elementary!
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic substitute teachers to support our young learners and join our Tamarac family!
Whether you are a certified educator, a college graduate, or a community member looking for flexible work that truly matters, we would love to welcome you to our classrooms.
Why Join Us?
✏️ Flexible Hours: Choose the days that work best for your schedule.
✏️ Impact Young Minds: Help inspire and guide our elementary students.
✏️ Welcoming Community: Experience our warm, supportive school environment.
📍 Location: Tamarac Elementary School
📄 How to Apply:
Visit brunswickcsd.org/documents/employment-opportunities/97470 to fill out an application.
Send completed applications or any questions to Kelly Onorato at keonorato@brunswickcsd.org.
Come be a part of our school community! Please share or tag anyone who loves working with kids!
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic substitute teachers to support our young learners and join our Tamarac family!
Whether you are a certified educator, a college graduate, or a community member looking for flexible work that truly matters, we would love to welcome you to our classrooms.
Why Join Us?
✏️ Flexible Hours: Choose the days that work best for your schedule.
✏️ Impact Young Minds: Help inspire and guide our elementary students.
✏️ Welcoming Community: Experience our warm, supportive school environment.
📍 Location: Tamarac Elementary School
📄 How to Apply:
Visit brunswickcsd.org/documents/employment-opportunities/97470 to fill out an application.
Send completed applications or any questions to Kelly Onorato at keonorato@brunswickcsd.org.
Come be a part of our school community! Please share or tag anyone who loves working with kids!

Winter Sports Season is Coming! ❄️🏀🏃🎳📣🤼
A reminder to all families:
Athlete physicals must be completed on or after 11/01/2025 to be valid for Winter Sports.
Even if you had a physical for Spring or Fall sports, it may no longer meet the requirement for Winter. Please check the date and plan accordingly to avoid any delays in participation.
Thank you for your attention to this matter! — Nurse Bader
518-279-4600 (ext 2426)
518-279-3888 Fax
A reminder to all families:
Athlete physicals must be completed on or after 11/01/2025 to be valid for Winter Sports.
Even if you had a physical for Spring or Fall sports, it may no longer meet the requirement for Winter. Please check the date and plan accordingly to avoid any delays in participation.
Thank you for your attention to this matter! — Nurse Bader
518-279-4600 (ext 2426)
518-279-3888 Fax
