Some Middle School students have been getting pretty creative decorating the library!
Parents & Guardians make a difference in their child's education by being involved. Start today by collaborating with others and partnering with school teachers as we celebrate #NationalParentInvolvementDay Learn more here: https://www.projectappleseed.org/national-parent-day
A reminder that grades PreK through 6th have an early dismissal this Friday, November 18th at 11:40 a.m.
Brunswick Brittonkill Central School District - Inclement Weather Reminder! As noted on the image, the secondary school bell schedule can be found here: https://5il.co/ymar
November is Native American Heritage Month. The New York State Museum is honoring the cultural heritage, diverse histories, and continuing contributions of Native People. The Museum created a dedicated Native American Heritage Month web page with many resources to explore, including highlights from the Museum’s collections, featured videos, online exhibitions, educator guides, a list of events happening statewide, and much more. Explore here: http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/native-american-heritage-month
Winter Sports start today! Check out the athletic schedule for the week.
There is no school tomorrow, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
The National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony took place this morning in the auditorium. The ceremony was for new 8th grade members and conducted by current 9th grade members.
Congratulations to the newest members of the National Junior Honor Society!
Congratulations to the following students who performed in the Rensselaer County School Music Association's All-County music festival this past weekend! These students were chosen to represent our school and performed with students from all schools in our county.
Elementary Chorus
Sopranos: Owen C., Emma E., Nora H., Emmeline H., and Charlotte H.
Altos: Brooke G., Adeline H., Travis K., Finnigan M. and Mallory M.
Junior Band -
Kiersten S. (Flute)
Marcus H. (Clarinet)
Keegan B. & Halley W. (Trumpet)
Owen H. (Trombone)
Fletcher L. (Tuba)
Senior Chorus -
Sopranos: Hannah B. & Kaitlyn B.
Altos: Scarlett G. & Kyla R.
Tenors: Scott B. & Andrew K.
Basses: Ro Yeon L. & Jacob P.
Jazz Band - Tyler M. (Lead Alto Saxophone) and Sean W. (Lead Trombone)
A reminder that tomorrow, November 10 is an Emergency Drill/Early Release for all students. The secondary school will be dismissed at 2 p.m. with the elementary school being dismissed at 3 p.m.
Tomorrow's National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be live streamed on the BCSD Events YouTube channel at 8:30 a.m.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoZg9QpBnq4E4wK5mPyvQyg
Congratulations to Scarlett (grade 10) and Gabriel (grade 7) Gearwar who were named 2022 AAA Jingle Contest Winners! Check out their story and listen to their jingle here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8y6cm8
Today is the last day to sign up for sports on Family ID! Any secondary student who doesn't have a required physical for either grade level or sports will be having that physical by the school MD on Wednesday, November 9th. Last day to submit a physical done by a personal physician is tomorrow.
Winter Sports Sign-ups are nearing the finish line! Please register on FamilyID by Monday November 7. Varsity & JV Tryouts will begin on Monday, November 14. Modified Sports for Grades 7 & 8 will begin on Monday, November 21.
The school district doctor will be on-site the morning of Nov. 9th to complete physicals. After Nov. 9th anyone needing a physical will need to schedule their own with a health care provider.
Register on FamilyID: https://www.familyid.com/organizations/tamarac-athletics
Any questions please contact the Athletics Department.
A reminder that Tuesday, November 8th is a half day for students.
November Menus are out!
https://www.brunswickcsd.org/documents/food-service/breakfast-%26-lunch-menus/159843
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.
A little less than two weeks for Winter Sports Sign-Ups!
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.