Brunswick-Brittonkill Central School District

Congratulations to Mrs. Dahl on her retirement!

Only a few more hours to sign up for Tunes and Treats next week!

The internet exposes children to significant dangers that digital safety education helps them identify and avoid. Thank you for Deputy Loeper for going into our elementary classrooms to help prepare our students to be positive members of the online community.

Yesterday was Hudson Valley Community College Instant Admission Day in our counseling center. Fifty one seniors participated in the event!!

Take us back to summer!

Each summer, the New York American Choral Directors Association hosts an honor choir for top singers in New York State. This summer, 8 Tamarac students were chosen for this prestigious honor and participated in the Honor Choir at Siena College. They were:

Middle School Honor Choir
Pyper Bliss-Rafferty
Amelia Cavanaugh
Aubrie Fortin
Gabby Heer
Angelina Kaulfuss

High School Honor Choir
Charles LaBatt
Kaleigh Pucci
Catrina Tlaiji

STEM pathway signing day is an event that honors high school students who are committed to pursuing a degree and career in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) field, similar to signing days for student-athletes. These events celebrate students' dedication and commitment to STEM, often featuring partnerships with corporations, foundations, and state-wide initiatives to recognize their achievements and future potential. Congratulation to Rowan Zapp!

It's book fair time in the elementary school! The link to the eWallet is
https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6019388&sUCN=600077233

Dear Brunswick CSD Parents and Guardians, I am writing to you today with an urgent message regarding a significant and growing online safety concern that has been brought to our attention, particularly as it pertains to social applications popular among teenagers. The application in question is WIZZ, which is often marketed as a platform for teens to "make new friends" and is frequently linked or promoted through Snapchat. However, recent reports, including the article linked below from the New York Post, indicate that WIZZ poses a serious risk to our students' well-being. The core concern is that WIZZ can bypass many of the established safety and parental controls present in more common social media platforms. It reportedly facilitates interactions between users based on proximity or common interests, which has led to minors using the app to organize in-person meetups. Crucially, the app’s structure has been noted for potentially allowing inappropriate interactions between minors and adults, increasing the risk of grooming and exploitation. The safety and security of our students, both on and off campus, remains our highest priority. We urge all parents and guardians to familiarize yourselves with this application and discuss online safety protocols with your children immediately. Recommended Actions for Parents: Monitor Devices: Be vigilant about the applications installed on your child’s phone or device, paying special attention to apps like WIZZ that facilitate interactions with strangers. Review Permissions: Check the permissions of apps, particularly those that request access to location data. Open Dialogue: Discuss the dangers of sharing personal information, meeting strangers from the internet, and the permanent nature of digital communication. Please take a moment to review the reporting on this matter: https://nypost.com/2025/10/22/us-news/teens-are-using-wizz-to-hook-up-with-each-other-and-adults/ We appreciate your partnership in ensuring a safe learning environment for all Brunswick CSD students. If you have any concerns or require resources regarding digital citizenship, please do not hesitate to contact your student’s school counselor. Sincerely, Angelina Maloney Superintendent, Brunswick Central School District

We are hiring! Visit our website here: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/documents/employment-opportunities/97470

It’s National School Bus Safety Week! We are thanking the drivers, staff, and families who make school transportation safe and reliable for our students.

Reminders:
🛑 Stop when red lights flash and the stop-arm is out.
🛑 Stay alert for children crossing the street.
🛑 Slow down in school zones and neighborhoods.

Visit https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety#the-topic-bus-stop-safety to explore school bus safety laws, driving tips, and ways to protect every child’s journey.

Tomorrow is the last day for high school students to purchase a Homecoming ticket during their lunch period!

Secondary parents/guardians should be checking their emails for communication from the Health Office. Emails went out last week to make parents aware that students in grades 7-9-11 will need updated physicals required by NYS. Physicals should be done after 09/05/2024 to be valid for this school year. Any questions feel free to reach out to the Health Office.

Sports physicals should be done after 10/31/2024 with cardiac clearance from your child's physician to be valid for Winter Sports. If your student athlete does not have an up to date physical for sports emails have been sent to the parents/guardians of those students who are signed up in Family ID. Any questions feel free to reach out to the Health Office.

CRUNCH! It's National Apple Day! Mrs. Onorato went all out and dressed as an apple while serving up local, crunchy goodness from Samsacott Orchard. Tell us: What's your favorite type of apple??

FamilyID is open for Winter Sports: https://students.arbitersports.com/tamarac-athletics/tamarac-winter-2025-2026-athletics-registration-2

JV/Varsity Start date: 11/17/25

Modified Start date: 11/24/25

SUNY Free Application Week is 10/20-11/3. Students can apply to 5 SUNYs for FREE during this time!

Mark your calendars! The Tamarac Sports Booster's First Annual Bengal Bonfire is happening on October 18, 2025, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Engelke Farm!

Imagine this: a crisp autumn evening, with temperatures settling in the comfortable mid-50s, a gentle breeze, and clear skies—absolutely perfect weather for a cozy bonfire!

For just $15 (no pre-sale needed!), your ticket grants you access to a night packed with classic fall festivities:

Hop on a fun hayride

Navigate through the exciting corn maze

Gather 'round the crackling bonfire

And pick out your very own pie pumpkin to take home!

Come out to 463 Garfield Road, Brunswick, NY to enjoy a night of fall fun, celebrate family, and show off your Tamarac pride. It's a fantastic way to make memories while supporting our Bengal Athletic Programs and Student Athletes. See you there!

🥶 TAMARAC POLAR PLUNGE 2025 IS COMING! 🥶

It's time to get freezin' for a reason! Join us for the annual Tamarac Polar Plunge and make a splash to support a great cause!

Mark your calendars! The plunge is on Saturday, November 22nd—the Saturday right before Thanksgiving! We need as many people as possible to donate and support our brave plungers!

🌊 Plunge & Sweatshirt Details:
* Only faculty and students can plunge, but anyone can donate!
* Raise $50 or more and you'll earn an exclusive Polar Plunge sweatshirt!

➡️ Ready to take the leap or make a donation?
Click the link below to get started!

🔗 REGISTER OR DONATE HERE: https://events.nyso.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=3290

Reading buddies in Mrs. Allin's class!

The elementary school is holding a food drive from October 20th through November 6th.