In an effort to ensure we have the most current contact information possible for our families and staff members, on Tuesday evening, November 1, 2022, the Brunswick Brittonkill Central School District will run a test of the School Messenger Emergency Notification System. Any parent or staff member that does not receive the test robocall, text and email should alert our communications specialist so we can update your contact information accordingly. This system is used for all District emergency communications, including school closures, delays, and more.
Ms. Farley's 3rd grade class is partnering up with Mrs. Kanellis' Kindergarten class to read every week! Kindergarten students are able to pick out books for their 3rd grade book buddies to read to them!
National Principals Month honors principals for their significant impact on the success and well-being of our nation’s students, including those here at Tamarac. Join us as we celebrate Mrs. Onorato and Mr. Rizzo. #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalMonth
The elementary and secondary buildings will be conducting their first lockdown drills this morning. There will be a heavy law enforcement presence for this purpose. The drill has been announced to faculty and staff ahead of time to prepare students for what to expect.
School Board Recognition Week is October 17-21, 2022. Take a moment to say Thank You to our Brunswick Brittonkill School Board Members.
School Board Member Fact Sheet: https://tinyurl.com/yj4bpn24
If you've visited our website or app lately, you may have noticed a few changes. Check out the easy access buttons on the main page of the website and our new calendar view for events! How else can we make our website better for YOU?!
We are notifying families that following dismissal, a strong gas smell was reported in front of the elementary school. Students and staff were evacuated and the fire department was notified. Aftercare students were brought to the secondary multipurpose gym until the building was cleared by responders. The source of the smell was determined, addressed, and the scene was determined to be safe by the fire department.
RPI is once again offering FREE tutoring for students in grades K-12. Please see flyer for further information: https://5il.co/1ivls
The elementary school will have a book fair on October 13 - 20. Students will create a wish list during library class and families can decide to send payment in or hold the wish list for a future date.
Every morning we start our day with the Pledge of Allegiance. Emmett, one of our Pre-K students was the flag helper in class. We love that smile, Emmett!
Resources for parents: Freedom First is offering social skills, ADHD, Anxiety, emotional intelligence, and Self-regulation groups for kids 12 and under. They also have a positive parenting group that is virtual. https://freedomfirstpsych.com/group-services
Do you know a Tamarac teacher deserving of recognition? Nominate them for WNYT's Top Teacher program. https://wnyt.com/top-teacher/
The Elementary School Welcome Back Picnic is STILL ON for this evening from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
October Menus for breakfast and lunch are now available online: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/documents/food-service/breakfast-%26-lunch-menus/159843
An opportunity for our high school students: Young Writers Awards. Bennington College is accepting submissions in the following categories - poetry, fiction or nonfiction. Deadline is November 1.
A few weeks ago, 11 Tamarac choral students were chosen to perform in the New York American Choral Director's Association Summer Honor Choir, along with students from all over New York State. This is a prestigious honor and we are so proud of these students! They spent time out of their summer vacation rehearsing the music to prepare for the festival and two days rehearsing with the choir and finally performing in a concert for members of the New York State Music Association as well as family and friends. A huge thank you to the Friends of Music for providing the funding for our students to participate! The following Tamarac students performed:
Junior High Choir (Sunday, 8/14 concert) - Jade Black, Maddie Balistreri, Kai Cleary, Bridget Guiterrez, Charles LaBatt, Gianna Shea, Danu Treahy and Halley Williams
Elementary Choir (Tuesday, 8/16 concert) - Charlotte Anderson, Addison Devine and Lily Onorato
Reminder: Tamarac Elementary Meet the Teachers Night is this Thursday, 9/22 at 6:30 PM. All parents/guardians will meet in the cafeteria for a brief welcome and will be released to their child's classrooms from the cafeteria. Teachers will offer 2 sessions to accommodate multi-child families.
