Today the district was informed of three new positive cases of the COVID-19 virus. Please check your email for further details and information.

Today the district was informed of one new positive case of the COVID-19 virus. Please check your email for further details and information.

Today the district was informed of two new positive cases of the COVID-19 virus. Please check your email for further details and information.

Today the district was informed of four new positive cases of the COVID-19 virus. Please check your email for further details and information.

Another successful food pickup for the 20/21 Free Meal Program. Special thanks to Joy Wright & the cafeteria staff for making this program so easy. Don't forget, it's open to ALL students. More info here: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/bcsd/page/2020-2021-free-meal-program #eggsandwich #makeyourownpizza

Today the district was informed of one new positive case of the COVID-19 virus involving a 12th grade student. Please check your email for further details and information.

Reminder: Brunswick Brittonkill CSD is closed on Monday, January 18 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. #MLKDay

Today the district was informed of two new positive cases of the COVID-19 virus involving a 10th grade student and an elementary school staff member. Please check your email for further details and information.

Tune In! Dr. Maloney will be going LIVE on Facebook tonight at 6 p.m.

Today the district was informed of one new positive case of the COVID-19 virus involving a 7th grade student. Please check your email for further details and information.

Even when wearing a mask, you can tell Joy has a giant smile on. Today's 'free meal program' pick up was a breeze! Quick and easy while following all COVID safety protocols. Check out our website for further information about how YOU can pick up! https://bit.ly/35uAXxH

Please check your email for an UPDATE to the previous email that was sent today.

Today the District has confirmed with Rensselaer County two new cases of COVID-19 involving a 2nd grader and 11th grader. Please check your email for further details and information.

Today the district was informed of one new positive case of the COVID-19 virus involving a 5th grade student. Please check your email for further details and information.

Four new positive COVID-19 cases at Brunswick Central School District. Please check your email for further information.

"Life as you knew it and lived it has changed with COVID-19. One important thing to know now is that each person reacts differently and that looking for help to sort out and understand your feelings is a strength, not a weakness." Click the link here: https://nyprojecthope.org/

In case you missed it, our Quarter 3 schedule came out today! Look for a color copy in the mail, as well as these dates on our website and app under the 'EVENTS' tab.

One new COVID-19 case at Brunswick CSD of an 8th grade student. Please check your email for further details and information.

One new COVID-19 case at Brunswick CSD of an 8th grade student. Please check your email for further details and information.

We will be limiting our social media notifications so that our Brunswick community can view and stay up to date with all posts and information. We will continue to email COVID cases, if and when they arise. COVID cases and Information can always be found on our website under our COVID-19 Resource Center tab.

The window is now open to change the mode of learning for your student for the third quarter in the Secondary School. If you are interested in switching your child’s current status (remote vs. hybrid), the window of opportunity has opened today through January 15, 2021. Please notify your child’s counselor if you would like to discuss making this change. After January 15, the next opportunity to change your child’s mode of learning will take place at the end of the third quarter.

Tips to remember after returning from recess: Complete the daily screening honestly. Remind your students about proper mask wearing for their safety and the safety of others. Please keep students home if they show any COVID symptoms.

Our January 2021 Food Services menus are out! Find them on our Brunswick CSD app (under dining) or on our website here: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/bcsd/browse/184067

Due to switching to remote this week, Brunswick CSD was not able to utilize our milk supply but thanks to Dr. Maloney & Carol Petersen's helpful coordination, the Brunswick food pantry was able to use 15 cases of our milk. The milk will be going to YWCA & Unity House in Troy.

Tomorrow is a half day of instruction on the district calendar. As a result the secondary school will follow the adopted half day schedule found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wyTlUddAJRVccdnAg1fO3Ex_Cf1I0-oB/view?usp=sharing

Due to continued clean up efforts and the safety of our students and staff, Brunswick Central School District will be closed today, Friday, December 18, 2020.

Brunswick CSD will operate on a two hour delay tomorrow, December 18, 2020. Please stay tuned for further details, as any changes will be communicated in the morning. We would like to give a huge "Thank You" to our O&M Staff for all of their clean up efforts today and tomorrow morning.

As Brunswick CSD continues clean up from the snow storm, there is the "possibility" of a delay tomorrow, December 18th. Please continue to check for updates on our website and social media.

Due to the impending weather expected to come this evening through tomorrow, the Brunswick Central School District is announcing that Thursday, December 17, 2020, will be a snow day and the school buildings will be closed. There will be no in-person or remote classes tomorrow. Stay safe and warm! ❄️☃️ Don’t forget, our faculty and staff will miss you, so share with us your snow day pictures by emailing us at communications@brunswickcsd.org

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/ntmm

Our secondary school HAT DAY Fundraiser is coming up this week! This Wednesday, Thursday and Friday students can bring $1 and wear a hat for the day. Help support two great causes!

The Brunswick CSD community has access, thanks to our Arts in Education program, to the Theatre Institute at Sage performance of 'A Christmas Carol'. The link was shared with your teachers, so please reach out to them in order to view. #bahhumbug

Feel Good Friday and wrapping up #InclusiveSchoolsWeek, we wanted to share this clip with you from two years ago and our #UnifiedSports Program. If this doesn't put a smile on your face, we don't know what will! We are Tamarac Proud! #ISW https://bit.ly/2Ltq5ZR

#InclusiveSchoolsWeek #ISW Check out this Inclusion Bitmoji Classroom to learn more about Inclusion, Special Education and Disability Heroes! https://rb.gy/u69q8s

#InclusiveSchoolsWeek continues as we celebrate was inclusion means. Education, kindness and support are all key. #ISW #Tamarac

Two hours remaining for our Capital Project vote. If you've voted already, "Thank You". If not, please brave the cold to place your vote before 8 p.m. We'll be looking for you on the live stream! https://stream.meet.google.com/stream/04da2821-61f6-43de-baeb-1023a75a8c62

Our Capital Project can be seen via LIVE STREAM here: https://stream.meet.google.com/stream/04da2821-61f6-43de-baeb-1023a75a8c62 Voting is open until 8 p.m. in the multipurpose gym.

Since the white stuff is falling outside, what better way to show you what 'inclusion' means! #InclusiveSchoolsWeek #ISW #Tamarac

Today is the day! Please come out to vote for the 2020 Capital Project today from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the multi-purpose gymnasium. #Tamarac #CapitalProject #Vote

A reminder that tomorrow, December 8th, the Secondary School will have early dismissal at 11:31 a.m. All students grades 6-12 should follow the attached schedule which can be found here: https://5il.co/nfmt

A message from the student support team!

A huge shout out to our custodians for transforming a non-learning space into a learning space in the times of COVID. #Tamarac

A reminder that this Friday, December 4 is a virtual day for all Secondary students, grades 6 through 12. A copy of the 2nd quarter schedule can be found here: https://bit.ly/3fYW6nA

Feeling hungry?! Look at these gorgeous apples from @CapitalRoots and @IndianLadderFarm served in our Cafeteria today.

Tuesday, December 8 will be a half day of instruction for all Secondary school students due to the building being a polling site for the proposed Capital Project. Dismissal will be at 11:31 a.m. Hybrid & remote students should follow this schedule for the day: https://5il.co/nfmt

We are THANKFUL for PARENTS. Seriously, you guys rock! Your support of our students, our school and our community is unparalleled. We value and appreciate all that you do each and everyday. #Tamarac #Thankful #Parents

We are THANKFUL for our STUDENTS. This year is like no other, and our students have been beyond flexible, willing and supportive to ensure they have a good year academically & socially. We are proud of the hard work they put in & are glad to call them Bengals! #Tamarac #Thankful

We are THANKFUL for our SUPERINTENDENT. Thank you for your continued hard work and commitment to our students and our community. We are thankful to have your leadership, devotion and wholehearted dedication to the #Tamarac community. #Thankful #DrMaloney

We are THANKFUL for our BOARD OF EDUCATION. Thank you for your leadership and commitment to our students, staff, and communities & for your dedication and hard work for our school district. We appreciate your efforts in leading us into the future. #Tamarac #Thankful #BOE

We are THANKFUL for TRANSPORTATION. You brave the weather, transport us safely and always wear a smile (albeit behind a mask). A truly amazing bus driver is hard to find, difficult to part with & impossible to forget. #Tamarac #Thankful #Transportation

We are THANKFUL for our STAFF. From the Business Office, Counseling Center, Health Office, I.T. Dept., Building Secretaries & everyone in between, we thank you. Your hard work & dedication, often seemingly behind the scenes, is valued and appreciated. #Tamarac #Thankful #Staff

We are THANKFUL for our CUSTODIANS. Thank you for turning up. Thank you for rolling up your sleeves. Thank you for helping with the chaos of COVID cleaning. Your jingling keys sing a song of duty, honor, and dedication. #Tamarac #Thankful #Custodians

We are THANKFUL for our FOOD SERVICES. To all those who serve and prepare warm meals to our students, who provide a smile at the middle of the day and continue to pack meals for those in need, thank you. #Tamarac #Thankful #FoodServices Thank you bunches for making our lunches!

We are THANKFUL for our TEACHERS. We are thankful for your dedication, creativity and kindness. Your willingness to continually engage and support our students during this trying time does not go unnoticed. Thank you, teachers. #Tamarac #Thankful #Teachers

Some helpful hints for parents of students who are online learning: https://5il.co/naxg and https://5il.co/naxf

Middle School Spanish teacher, Ms. Barnes, had her students write what they are thankful for on 'feathers' in Spanish. She even included her remote students and added their feathers to the turkey!

The New York State Education Department developed a Parent Dashboard to increase transparency and make school-level data easier for parents and the public to access. Find information about your child’s school and provide feedback: https://data.nysed.gov/parents/

Today the Secondary School celebrated Spirit Day with Superhero Day! Check out our 8th grade team! #Teachersaresuperheroes #Tamarac

Picture Re-Take Day - Monday, November 23rd, 2020

For 6th Grade Students Who Do Not Have a Chromebook: Every 6th grader will be issued a school owned Chromebook this week. The schedule for parent pickup of Chromebooks for 6th grade students is as follows: - Wednesday 11/18: Evening pickup 4 pm to 7pm - Thursday 11/19: Daytime and evening pickup 9 am to 2pm and 4pm to 7pm - Friday 11/20: Daytime pickup 9 am to 2 pm Parents must come in with a driver's licence to sign for the Chromebook. Any student in 6th grade who has not yet picked up a Chromebook should do so at one of the above times. Chromebooks will be distributed from the main lobby area of the HS building.

A beautiful thing about living in a tight knit community is having the opportunity to know the families around you. Recently, The Palladino Family shared their story with @SPECNewsAlbany and Matt's new chance at life. Watch here: https://bit.ly/2GTYFKC

Honoring our Veterans continue as Mrs. Jewell's ELA class recently read an article and discussed the importance of Veterans Day - why it is celebrated and when it's celebrated (pointing out how odd it is to have a day off mid-week for a holiday).

Veterans Day 2020 - Tamarac honors all those who have served.

Keep an eye out for the Communicator with more detailed information regarding the 2020 Capital Project Vote on December 8th! Answers to frequently asked questions can be found here: https://5il.co/my6l

A helpful document outlining the 2020/2021 school year interim reports and marking period dates for the Secondary School can be found here: https://5il.co/mx83

A reminder that today is our Emergency Drill/Early Release. The secondary school will dismiss at 1:50 p.m. The elementary school will dismiss at 2:50 p.m.

As we look forward to celebrating WORLD KINDNESS DAY on Friday, November 13th, take a moment this week to look for and commit to a single act of kindness. We'll ask you to share a comment or a photo on Friday. Here is a little inspiration: https://youtu.be/YYnWsAoGRPE

Get Ready for SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK! The Secondary School has some fun starting November 12th running through November 20th. Whether you're remote or in-person, show some school spirit! #BengalPride #SchoolSpirit #Tamarac

The 2022 New York State Teacher of the Year application will be available until February 1, 2021. Nominate a great teacher today! http://bit.ly/2DlHJse #TeacheroftheYear #Tamarac

Brunswick CSD is actively seeking applicants for Bus Driver's. Paid training provided at $22.01/hr. Please help spread the word and apply today!

Brunswick CSD is actively seeking applicants for Bus Driver's. Paid training provided at $22.01/hr. Please help spread the word and apply today!

Check out these creative mask creations from our secondary school students! #maskuptamarac

Brunswick CSD is actively seeking applicants for Bus Driver's. Paid training provided at $22.01/hr. Please help spread the word and apply today!

Senior Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic - tomorrow at Grafton Town Hall from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Keep an eye out for these postcards and information regarding the Capital Improvement Project.

Tamarac Secondary School is a polling location for today's Election Day. If choosing to vote here, please enter only from the Multi-purpose gym entrance. You can not enter from the main doors and will be directed to the other entrance. #vote

Our annual required Emergency Release DRILL will be held on Tuesday, November 10. The secondary school will be dismissed at 1:50 p.m. The elementary school will be dismissed at 2:50 p.m.

Community Partnership Mass Food Distribution - November 9th. Check out our community page for more information: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/bcsd/page/community--427

A reminder that grade 6-12 students will be virtual tomorrow, November 3rd. Teachers will be providing a full day of classroom instruction on the regular bell schedule (homeroom attendance begins at 7:30 a.m.).

The Sixth Grade Team is excited for our quarantined student’s return on November 6th. In the meantime, students who are quarantined will join their class Meets as they did during the week of October 26th. Students may stay at a Meet or they may be given independent work. Please make sure that their Chromebooks are charged and ready to go for class. Since some teachers are quarantined, we ask that in person students bring headphones to help reduce feedback noise during class.

Attention Grades 6 through 12 - Tomorrow is a regular day of virtual instruction. Although there is no "cohort color" assigned, students will log on at 7:30 a.m. for attendance and meet with all of their teachers on a normal 9 period schedule

The November Breakfast and Lunch Menus are now available! Check them out here: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/bcsd/browse/157983

We didn't think we would be celebrating Halloween remotely this year, but we are still looking to bring virtual tricks & treats to our Tamarac community. Please feel free to share your photos throughout the remainder of the week by sending them to communications@brunswickcsd.org

Free Meals for ALL students has been extended to June 30, 2021. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/3jAx66e

A reminder that COVID resources can be found on our website under Brunswick CSD - EXPLORE - Reopening Information & COVID19 Resource Center. Or click here: https://bit.ly/2HEpBy8

From the Brunswick Transportation Department: Transportation will be provided for students who attend private schools and schools other than Tamarac. These students will be picked up at their regular scheduled times.

The Brunswick Central School District will continue with remote learning for all students grade K-12 through October 30, 2020. Please check your email and the website for further information.

A reminder of today's schedule for SIXTH GRADERS: Times: Period 1 - 7:30 Period 2 - 8:19 Period 3 - 9:02 Period 4 - 9:46 Period 5 - Lunch Period 6 - 11:14 ***music students fill out Google Form / AIS students check your email Period 7 - 11:58 Period 8 - 12:42 Period 9 - 1:26 ***AIS students check your email / No Meet for study hall

Correction: Tomorrow is a WHITE cohort day for the Secondary School. Sorry for the confusion.

An update on tomorrow for the Secondary School: - Teachers will run a nine period schedule for students who are typical in-person or hybrid. - Students who are normally fully remote should follow their regular schedule. *Tomorrow is red cohort day - all hybrid students will be on a regular 9 period schedule with homeroom attendance at 7:30 a.m. This includes 6th grade.

Hello. Brunswick Central School District will go fully remote for ALL students, K through 12, on Monday, October 26, 2020. Please check your email and our website for further information. Thank you.

Do you want a quick guide to events in our community? Do you have an event you would like to share? Head to our website - select the Brunswick CSD and Explore tab - then select Community. https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/bcsd/page/community--427

Can't find your breakfast/lunch menu? No problem! Simply check out the dining tab on the webpage or app to see what is being served up today in the cafeteria!

The 2nd Quarter Schedule for the Secondary School is now available.

Dear Secondary School Families: I hope this communication finds you and your family safe and with power restored to your home. I was in my office yesterday working when the storm quickly blew through and everything suddenly went dark. After waiting for a bit, the drive home was a labyrinth with downed trees and my driveway blocked. It reminded me of when I was a child and the October 4 storm of 1987 hit. Being young, I vividly remember celebrating the close of school for two days. Needless to say, my perspective is much different these days. 2020 continues to throw major curve balls our way, but I know we will come out on the other side of this year stronger than ever! Please continue reading for several very important updates: School Closure Calendar Updates: When our Task Force committee created the quarter 1 calendar, we certainly did not anticipate any “snow days” this early in the year. However, in the event of a closure we decided that the best option for our families is to have some predictability during these highly unpredictable times. In the event that we miss a day of school, the calendar remains unchanged. As a result: Friday, October 9 will remain a virtual day for all 7-12 students (6th grade in person). Tuesday, October 13 will remain a “Blue Cohort” day, Wednesday, October 14 a “Red Cohort” day, etc... Friday, October 9 will remain a “C” day on our “A-F” schedule Please connect with your teachers regarding the due date for due dates on assignments. Open House- Thank you to everyone who was able to participate in our open house program. If you were unable to attend, please check out pre-recorded videos from your teachers by clicking on the link below. The 7th grade team will also be sending out a separate video to parents who were unable to access the link. Please don’t hesitate to email if you have any follow up questions - the Secondary school teachers and administration are happy to help at any point! https://sites.google.com/brunswickcsd.org/tamarac-mshs-open-house/home School Picture Day(s): Adirondack School Portraits will be here for our annual school picture event next week! Here is the plan for photos: Tuesday, 10/13: 11th and 12th Grade (Blue Cohort Day) Wednesday, 10/14: 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade (Red Cohort Day) Thursday, 10/15: 9th and 10th Grade (White Cohort Day) Fully Remote Students: May come into school (check-in at front desk) between 7:30 am-3:30 pm on Oct. 13th or 14th. The photographer will be in the building until 2:15 on October 15. ***There will be a window of time on October 13th and 14th from 2:15-3:30 pm after school day hours. Picture Retake Day: November 23 from 11am -3:30pm. Quarter 2 Mode of Instruction: If your child is fully remote, parents/guardians have until October 23 to notify the counseling department if there are any changes in your child’s mode of instruction (hybrid learning vs. remote). We will need this information to plan the cohort calendar and instructional space for the second marking period. Weekly Calendar: Mon. 10/12 = NO SCHOOL (COLUMBUS DAY) Tues.10/13 = BLUE DAY Wed. 10/14= RED DAY, Thurs 10/15 = WHITE DAY, Fri 10/16= BLUE DAY Please note that Friday, October 16 will be a day of in-person instruction for 11th and 12th grade The October Board of Education meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 14 at 7pm. The three day weekend is always a welcomed opportunity to spend time with family and friends. The timing of this one could not be better following a very challenging week for our community. Please continue to look out for one another and stay safe! #TamaracStrong Sincerely, Ken Rizzo Principal Tamarac Secondary School

Dear Parents/ Guardians: A reminder that this Friday, September 25 is a fully remote/virtual day of instruction for all students, including Grade 6. Attendance will be taken between 9:00-9:15 a.m. by logging into your period 1/homeroom class. Any hybrid student that does not log in on time will be marked as absent and will need to contact Alammerts@brunswickcsd.org if tardy. 100% fully remote students should email Lperfetti@brunswickcsd.org for attendance during the same window. 6th graders will be assigned independent work to complete by their teachers. Any 6th grade student that cannot log in for attendance should notify Ms. Muckle by Thursday to make other arrangements. Sincerely, Ken Rizzo Principal Tamarac Secondary School

Dear Parents/Guardians: Due to safety concerns we are making a change to pick up location at the end of the day. Parents, please stay in the front parking lot. Students will be walked to the sidewalk behind the busses (center island walkway) and they can be picked up there. If your car is parked and your child is walking to you, please remind them to use the crosswalk directly across from the front entrance (we will also tell them this). This change is effective immediately and is especially important for our 6th grade parents who are here every day. Please make sure you are not parked in the bus loop, but in the parking lot. Thank you for your help! Sincerely, Ken Rizzo Principal Tamarac Secondary School

We apologize for the inconvenience, but after multiple unsuccessful attempts to upload the 6th grade orientation meeting, our team has determined that the file is damaged and cannot be shared. We truly apologize for the inconvenience, but please do not hesitate to reach out to the 6th grade team with any questions or concerns. We look forward to welcoming your children back to school tomorrow! Brunswick CSD

​Brunswick Secondary Families: Please see the following regarding Remote Learning Plans for the 2020-2021 Academic Year: https://5il.co/kraf​ Thank you! Brunswick CSD

Dear Tamarac Parents/Guardians of 6-12 Fully Remote Students: All staff are now back in the building and we have been making final preparations for our remote learning students. If you are the parent/guardian of a high school student, please continue to be patient as the team finalizes its plans. We hope to have all of the high school information to you in advance of our two forums on Thursday afternoon. You are encouraged to reach out to the team leaders or teachers directly if you have any questions regarding specific information in each plan. There is also a virtual 6-8 remote forum at 4:00 and a virtual high school remote forum at 5:00 on Thursday, September 10, 2020. We look forward to a great school year with your child! Sincerely, Ken Rizzo MS Link for Thursday: meet.google.com/fix-tdif-cbh HS Link for Thursday: meet.google.com/fsg-prnx-drg

Good Evening, Brunswick CSD Families: This is a reminder that we will be holding a Virtual 6th Grade Orientation for Parents & Families TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 9, 2020, from 2:30-3:30 PM. The Google Meet link to join is: meet.google.com/skc-gwhg-xkh If you have any questions, please reach out to building principal, Ken Rizzo, at krizzo@brunswickcsd.org. If you cannot attend the orientation, we will be recording and posting it to our district website under "News" shortly following the orientation. We look forward to welcoming our newest middle school students and their families to a new year at Tamarac Secondary School! Thank you! Brunswick CSD

Brunswick CSD Families: Please see the following letter regarding bus transportation for the upcoming school year: https://5il.co/kps5 Thank you! Brunswick CSD

Calendar Update for 6th Grade Students & Families: Friday, September 25, and Friday, October 30, will both be fully remote days for all 6th grade students. All 6th graders will be home on these two days and learning remotely. We have updated our "Events" page on our website to reflect this calendar update, and we will be discussing this change further with parents next week at our orientation program. Thank you!

Happy Thursday, Bengals! Please see our Administration & District Office Contact Info Reference sheet, now on our website: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/article/300087?org=bcsd

Brunswick CSD Families: We will be holding Virtual Parent Forums for our secondary families whose students are participating in the fully remote program ONLY on Thursday, September 10. For Middle School parents/families (whose student(s) is/are in grades 6-8), the forum will be held from 4:00 - 4:45 PM. The Google Meet link to access the forum is: meet.google.com/fix-tdif-cbh For High School parents/families (whose student(s) is/are in grades 9-12), the forum will be held from 5:00 - 5:45 PM. The Google Meet link to access the forum is: meet.google.com/fsg-prnx-drg Please note that you can expect more details from our remote teachers via email by next Wednesday. Administrators will follow up during these forums to address any questions you have regarding this model of instruction. If you cannot attend the Virtual Parent Forums, please send your questions to covidhotline@brunswickcsd.org and to our secondary principal, Ken Rizzo, at krizzo@brunswickcsd.org. We will also be recording both sessions. They will be posted to our district website under "News" shortly following the forums. Thank you! Brunswick Central School District

Good Morning, Brunswick CSD Families: We will be holding a Virtual 6th Grade Orientation for Parents & Families on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, from 2:30-3:30 PM. We will send you the meeting link in the coming days! If you have any questions, please reach out to building principal, Ken Rizzo, at krizzo@brunswickcsd.org. If you cannot attend the orientation, we will be recording and posting it to our district website under "News" shortly following the orientation. We look forward to welcoming our newest middle school students and their families to a new year at Tamarac Secondary School! Thank you! Brunswick CSD

Hey, Bengals - we are looking for some awesome BUS DRIVERS! $21.20/Hr, Benefits, Paid Training, and No Need for CDL Contract! To learn more or apply, visit our district website: brunswickcsd.org and complete our non-instructional application TODAY!

REMINDER: Chromebook distribution is happening today until 6 PM. PLEASE SEE THE UPDATED GUIDANCE BELOW REGARDING CHROMEBOOKS FROM OUR IT DEPARTMENT: 1) If your child is full-time K-6, you SHOULD NOT pick up a Chromebook 2) If your child is in a fully remote program K-12, you MAY pick up a Chromebook (but you do not NEED to if you have your own access to technology) 3) If your child is in the hybrid program 7-12, you MUST pick up a Chromebook (teachers may ask students to bring Chromebooks back and forth from home for continued instruction; the IT department kindly requests that students do not use their personal devices for the hybrid model) Should you have any questions or concerns, please email Anthony Denovellis at adenovellis@brunswickcsd.org. Thank you!

Next Wednesday and Thursday, September 9th and 10th, we will be holding a Drop Off for Student Medication between 8 AM and 12 PM. This is for both the Elementary School and Secondary School. Parents should call upon arrival, and we can meet them at the front door of either building to pick up your student's medication. Please call with any questions or concerns! Secondary: (518) 279-4600 Ext. 2426 Elementary: (518) 279-4600 Ext. 2012

Reminder for Secondary Students: Our Virtual Student Forums will be held TODAY for 6-12th graders! Please check your Brunswick CSD student email addresses for the Google Meet links. We look forward to answering your questions and hearing your suggestions about school this year!

REMINDER: Chromebook distribution is happening today until 3 PM. PLEASE SEE THE UPDATED GUIDANCE BELOW REGARDING CHROMEBOOKS FROM OUR IT DEPARTMENT: 1) If your child is full-time K-6, you SHOULD NOT pick up a Chromebook 2) If your child is in a fully remote program K-12, you MAY pick up a Chromebook (but you do not NEED to if you have your own access to technology) 3) If your child is in the hybrid program 7-12, you MUST pick up a Chromebook (teachers may ask students to bring Chromebooks back and forth from home for continued instruction; the IT department kindly requests that students do not use their personal devices for the hybrid model) Should you have any questions or concerns, please email Anthony Denovellis at adenovellis@brunswickcsd.org. Thank you!

Community Members! The Rensselaer County Sheriff's Department has released the following regarding a drop off time/location for unused or expired medication:

REMINDER TO BRUNSWICK CSD FAMILIES: If your child has opted into a fully remote program (K-12) AND/OR is participating in the hybrid model at the secondary level (7-12), you may pick up a Chromebook from 9 AM - 3 PM today at the high school lobby!

Good Morning, Tamarac Middle-High School Families: Your student's schedule is now available on eSchool! Please login to the Parent Portal to access your student's schedule. Schedules may be subject to change. Should you have any questions about how to log into your Parent Portal account or concerns regarding your student's schedule, please contact your building secretary. Here is the direct link to Parent Portal: https://esd-parentportal.neric.org PLEASE NOTE: If you chose to have your student opt into the fully remote program, PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE. Your child's schedule is still being finalized based on the development of our remote program. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. Brunswick CSD

Brunswick CSD Families: Please see the following important Update Letter from Brunswick CSD Superintendent, Dr. Angelina Maloney: https://5il.co/ke1o Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us through our COVID-19 Resource email address, covidhotline@brunswickcsd.org. Thank you, and enjoy your weekend! Brunswick CSD

We always want our students & community members to feel safe and prepared for school this year! To help, Questar III has provided these clips to help us learn new protocols and procedures: https://youtu.be/HVmHaeZwSzA https://youtu.be/73nvurVTf7Q https://youtu.be/Inb5G7CPN3A

Happy Thursday, Bengals! Dr. Maloney will be going LIVE on our Facebook page to check in with you and discuss our secondary student forums next week! Be sure to catch her live at 10 AM OR watch later on at https://www.facebook.com/Brittonkill/. See you then! #TamaracStrong

Happy Tuesday! Reminder from our Food Services Dept: Please register your student(s) for a cafeteria account in k12paymentcenter.com (our team has fixed the minor glitch!) using your student ID number. For questions, please contact Joy Wright at jwright@brunswickcsd.org!

Good Morning and Happy Monday, Tamarac! Attention Secondary Families: please see the following important message from Principal Rizzo regarding important dates for reopening: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/article/293169?org=bcsd

Brunswick CSD Families: This message is to inform you that the District is at full capacity for childcare this year. We will not be accepting any registrations postmarked after tomorrow, 8/21. You will be notified by Carol Galbraith if your child is registered. Thank you.

Brunswick CSD Families: This message is to remind you to please complete our Formal Request Form for Student Enrollment for the 2020-2021 academic year. This form is to select your child's enrollment choice: parents will have the choice of sending their children back to school through the proposed In-Person Plan (grades k-6), the hybrid plan (7-12), or keeping them home and opting for a full remote option. To access this form and learn more, please visit: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/article/288340?org=bcsd. Please complete this form no later than Friday, August 21, by 5 PM. Thank you for your continued support! Brunswick CSD

Brunswick CSD Families: This message is to remind you to please complete our Formal Request Form for Student Enrollment for the 2020-2021 academic year. This form is to select your child's enrollment choice: parents will have the choice of sending their children back to school through the proposed In-Person Plan (grades k-6), the hybrid plan (7-12), or keeping them home and opting for a full remote option. To access this form and learn more, please visit: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/article/288340?org=bcsd. Please complete this form no later than Friday, August 21, by 5 PM. Thank you for your continued support! Brunswick CSD

Brunswick CSD Families: Tri-County Care will be holding informational webinars for Navigating Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities on August 31 at 11 AM and September 3 at 7 PM. Be sure to read through the attached flyer for details and registration!

Brunswick CSD Families: Our Formal Request Form for School Enrollment 2020-21 is now available on our website. Please use this link to access this form: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/article/288340?org=bcsd Please fill out this form by 8/21 at 5 PM. Thank you for your support!

REMINDER for Brunswick CSD Families: We will be holding a VIRTUAL Parent/Caregiver Meeting for Students with Disabilities tomorrow, August 18, at 6 PM. The link to attend is: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78162110971?pwd=NDhZQW82T094R1lJczFXQWx3S1czdz09

Good Morning, Brunswick CSD! The District has just posted and sent out our official School Start Dates for 2020-2021. Please see the full story here: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/article/288119?org=bcsd

School Supply Lists for K-12 are now available on our website! Grade K-5, please visit: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/es/browse/142366 Grades 6-12, please visit: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/hs/browse/159856

School Supply Lists for K-12 are now available on our website! Grades K-5, please visit: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/es/browse/142366 Grades 6-12, please visit: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/hs/browse/159856

Good Morning, Brunswick CSD Families: Below please find the Zoom link for our Virtual Parent Meeting scheduled for 12:00 PM this afternoon, August 13. Topic: Reopening Virtual Meeting for parents Time: Aug 13, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting Link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74567304148?pwd=UllKODA2SEoxZUIzb0JxeWJyNzRQQT09 Meeting ID: 745 6730 4148 Passcode: B0g43B REMINDER: Please send any questions or concerns you have regarding our reopening directly to our COVID-19 Hotline email, covidhotline@brunswickcsd.org. We will be addressing these questions at our meeting. Thank you! Brunswick CSD

Brunswick CSD Families: We will be holding a VIRTUAL Parent/Caregiver Meeting for Students with Disabilities on 8/18. More info to come, including specific times. The link to attend will be as follows: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78162110971?pwd=NDhZQW82T094R1lJczFXQWx3S1czdz09

Good Morning, Brunswick CSD Families: This is a reminder that there will be two parent meetings regarding our reopening TONIGHT, Wednesday, August 12: Secondary School Meeting: 4 PM, in-person, located on football stadium bleachers Elementary School Meeting: 6:30 PM, in-person, located on football stadium bleachers PLEASE NOTE: For our parents/families that cannot attend in person, we will be streaming and recording both in-person meetings via Periscope. To watch (live OR following the meetings), please use the following link: http://www.pscp.tv/bcsdevents We will also be holding our Virtual Meeting option tomorrow, Thursday, August 13, at 12 PM. We will send a link to this meeting tomorrow morning to our district families via email and the link will be posted to our website, app, Facebook, and Twitter accounts! REMINDER: Please send any questions or concerns you have regarding our reopening directly to our COVID-19 Hotline email, covidhotline@brunswickcsd.org. We will be addressing these questions at our meetings. Thank you for all of your continued support! Brunswick CSD

Good Morning, Brunswick CSD Families: This is a reminder that there will be two parent meetings regarding our reopening TONIGHT, Wednesday, August 12: Secondary School Meeting: 4 PM, in-person, located on football stadium bleachers Elementary School Meeting: 6:30 PM, in-person, located on football stadium bleachers PLEASE NOTE: For our parents/families that cannot attend in person, we will be streaming and recording both in-person meetings via Periscope. To watch (live OR following the meetings), please use the following link: http://www.pscp.tv/bcsdevents We will also be holding our Virtual Meeting option tomorrow, Thursday, August 13, at 12 PM. We will send a link to this meeting tomorrow morning to our district families via email and the link will be posted to our website, app, Facebook, and Twitter accounts! REMINDER: Please send any questions or concerns you have regarding our reopening directly to our COVID-19 Hotline email, covidhotline@brunswickcsd.org. We will be addressing these questions at our meetings. Thank you for all of your continued support! Brunswick CSD

Dr. Maloney is now LIVE on our Facebook page. Please use this link to view live OR at your leisure should you not be available to watch now: https://www.facebook.com/Brittonkill/videos/221828659163705/

ATTENTION: Dr. Maloney will be going LIVE on our Facebook page at 4 PM TODAY to discuss topics such as upcoming parent meetings & remote learning. If you do not have Facebook, do not worry - we will be posting the link to her discussion on our website shortly after! Thank you!

Brunswick CSD Community Members: This message is to confirm that our Fall 2020 Reopening Plan HAS been submitted to the state and is accessible online at the following link: https://www.brunswickcsd.org/o/bcsd/page/fall-2020-reopening-plan. Thank you for your support.

Brunswick CSD Community Members: Please see the following important letter from Dr. Angelina Maloney regarding transportation and remote learning for the upcoming school year: https://5il.co/j2zv This letter is also being mailed to families in our district.

ATTENTION BRUNSWICK CSD FAMILIES: Please check your emails for our "test email" from our new website/app service. IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL, PLEASE CONTACT COMMUNICATIONS@BRUNSWICKCSD.ORG DIRECTLY. Please do not comment below. Thank you!

ATTENTION BRUNSWICK CSD FAMILIES: Please check your email accounts for a "test email" from our new app/website service! We will use this, along with our app, to keep you informed of all things Brunswick CSD! IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL, PLEASE CONTACT communications@brunswickcsd.org DIRECTLY. We will add you to our email lists! PLEASE DO NOT COMMENT BELOW, as we would like to keep your contact information private and secure. Thank you for your continued support!

Attention Parents - If you still have a Brunswick CSD loaned Chromebook or any other equipment, please contact Anthony in our IT department at (518) 279-4600 x 2616 to arrange for drop off. It is critical that we receive these items back immediately to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Attention 6th Grade Families: All students moving to 6th grade are required to receive the Tdap vaccine. Please contact your child's Health Care Provider as soon as possible to schedule this vaccine. Any questions can be directed to Mary Beth Farley at mfarley@brunswickcsd.org!

REMINDER TO ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL FAMILIES: Yearbook Pickup is on Tuesday, July 14th from 4:30-6 PM at the football field. Masks are required. Can't wait to see you there!

Catch up with the latest student stories, sports scores, and news updates. It’s everything Brunswick CSD, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/39TPBOE or iPhone: https://apple.co/2HOhvzG.

Thank you all for joining us on our livestream and Facebook live and we apologize for the technical difficulties. In the coming days, we will be sharing the filmed ceremony in its entirety. Congratulations to the Class of 2020 - we are #BengalProud!

A few reminders for GRADUATION DAY tomorrow: - Families of graduates who are parked on campus can tune to 87.9 FM to hear the ceremony - Community members will get to livestream the event! Click here at 10 AM to enjoy the ceremony LIVE: http://www.pscp.tv/bcsdevents

TAMARAC FAMILIES: Please see the following Immunizations Chart for the 2020-2021 School Year: https://5il.co/i0si

Tamarac families: If you are registering a new student, please contact Carol Petersen at cpetersen@brunswickcsd.org or 518-279-4600 ext. 2403. Thank you!

Good Morning, Tamarac! Today, we’d like to take a moment to give a special shoutout to Michele Blake. As the President of the Tamarac Booster Club, Michele has been an extraordinary leader. She has created an inspiring vision for the future, motivated those around her to engage in that vision and delivered on the vision each and every day. She has truly gone above and beyond to support our student athletes and their families as well as the entire student body and our community. As you know, these are volunteer positions that require a significant amount of personal time to do the job and do it well. To highlight just a few of Michele’s accomplishments this year, she was instrumental in the Hall of Fame revitalization, launching the Bengal Bistro, recognition of our Athletes, Coaches, Officials and Administration, donations to the Back Pack Program and Food Pantry, coordination of the Coach Jones Tribute and organization of the Athletic Award Pick Up Day. Thank you for your continued commitment and dedication Michele. We appreciate you!

We are loving our new app! Access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/39TPBOE or iPhone: https://apple.co/2HOhvzG.

Tamarac Families: Please see the following farewell letter from our Interim Secondary Principal, Jim Donnelly. Thank you, Mr. Donnelly, for all that you did for our community this year! https://mailchi.mp/8003928ffa54/farewell-from-interim-secondary-principal-jim-donnelly

Calling all students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade - the Middle School Supply Lists for the 2020-2021 school year are now available! See them below: 6th Grade: https://5il.co/hs8i 7th Grade: https://5il.co/hs8j 8th Grade: https://5il.co/hs8k

We’re thrilled to announce Brunswick CSD’s new app! Access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, even emergency notifications! Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/39TPBOE or iPhone: https://apple.co/2HOhvzG. Learn more here: https://youtu.be/C5e0_Pv7ZoQ

We’re thrilled to announce Brunswick CSD’s new app! Access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/39TPBOE or iPhone: https://apple.co/2HOhvzG.

To end their unit on the American Civil War this year, the Tamarac Middle School 7th graders created their own Gettysburg Address Mash Up video reciting this important speech. We are proud to share their work here! https://youtu.be/JROU7_ekfhQ

REMINDER to all Brunswick Community Members: We will be hosting a LIVE online stream TONIGHT at 5 PM for our School Budget and BOE Election ballot opening, counting, and results. To access this live stream, please click the following link at 5 PM: http://www.pscp.tv/bcsdevents

Good Morning, Tamarac, and welcome back to another week of learning and fun! Today, we are joined by some of our students and staff to help us with our Pledge of Allegiance and our Morning Reading - be sure to say hello in the comments, and make sure you check back throughout the day for our Career Exploration Tuesday posts!

Please give this a like and a share. To begin our Career Exploration day, we wanted to know: are you interested in building, operating, or designing computer networks, or even just curious about how to get into the technology field? If so, be sure to check out our video below from Stan Leszczynski, Chief Architect for Networking!

Fun Fact Friday...where are you trivia buffs? Scent of a Woman was filmed on the Emma Willard campus. Name other movies 🎥 filmed in or about Troy NY. Bonus if you can name some literature 📚 set in or about Troy. (This is a great reminder of movies to watch or books to read!)