BCSSSD Pioneer Press
June 2016, Edition #19
Message from Dr. Christopher M. Manno, Superintendent of Schools
Dear BCSSSD and BCIT School Communities:
It is with mixed emotions that I write my final letter to the Burlington County Institute of Technology and Burlington County Special Services school communities. I shall always fondly recall my time serving as your Superintendent of Schools.
We have experienced so many successes, many challenges, and much growth. We have implemented new, exciting and worthwhile programs, expanded partnerships and marketing efforts, improved policies and processes, completed numerous capital projects and technology initiatives, and improved safety and security for students and staff. These results are attributed to so many dedicated school community members: our Board of Education, our school leaders, and our teachers and other staff members.
During my time with BCIT and BCSSSD, I have continuously been inspired and motivated by the many teachers, staff members, school leaders, and volunteers who quietly go above and beyond to serve our children, families, and community. Their commitment to allowing our students to Discover their Potential allows me to leave my post knowing together we made a difference. Most importantly, I have been inspired by our students. Their passion, resilience, and talents have fueled my desire for our work together.
It has been an incredible and sacred honor to serve these great school communities in the capacity of Superintendent. Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt thanks for the opportunity to serve and work with all of you.
In Service and Gratitude,
Dr. Christopher Manno,
Superintendent of Schools
Dr. Christopher Nagy's Blog and Links
Assistant Superintendent, Special Education
Home Page and Blog: http://www.bcsssd.k12.nj.us/domain/310
Attention Parents & Guardians: Parent Portal Letter and Parent Portal Form
BCIT/BCSSSD Board of Education Policies & Regulations
The following policies and regulations have been approved by the Board of Education. Please review and reference pertinent policies as applicable.
Policies/Regulations (These items are available on the website.)
2nd Reading 2340.1 and R2340.1 Competitions
Policies/Regulations (Exhibit #1: These items are available on the website.) P5339 Screening for Dyslexia (reviseddefinition)
P5111 Eligibility of Students (revisedadded BCSS/Alternative School) R8505.2 Nutrition and Safety Protocols Questionnaire (revised)
1. Policies/Regulations, (Exhibit #1) (These items are available on the website.) Revised
P2422 Health and Physical Education
BCAS Monthly Staff and Student Update
I. Student accomplishments, recognition, awards, activities, assemblies, programs, etc.
Nowajah Barnes of the Burlington City School District has been selected as the Burlington County Alternative School Scholar of the Month.
Keith Coaxum of the Delran School District has been selected as the Burlington County Alternative School Citizen of the Month. Keith can often be seen assisting students and staff in a positive fashion.
Zaire Downing was chosen as the Middle School Student Spotlight.
BCAS Recent Graduates
Bobbie Adams from the Willingboro School District
Nowajah Barnes from the Burlington City School District
Trevon Brown from the Pemberton School District
Nicholas Venti from the Moorestown School District
Victor Kharko from the Moorestown School District
Tyshaun Carter from the Rancocas Valley Regional High School District
Eddie Peek from the Rancocas Valley Regional High School District
Ayanna Jones-Briggs from the Rancocas Valley Regional High School District
Vincent Li from the Burlington Township School District
Dayanara Zarama from the Rancocas Valley Regional High School District
BCAS hosted a parent information session on June 7, 2016 entitled “Resources for Independent Living.”
- Over 40 BCAS students participated in a teacher-created historical scavenger hunt on June 3, 2016. Both students and staff enjoyed themselves while engaging in learning about the rich history of the Philadelphia area.
- On June 15th, the middle school and high school held their advancement and graduation ceremonies. BCAS is proud to announce that 57 students from throughout Burlington and Camden Counties graduated this year. Congratulations to all the graduates!
- On June 17, 2016 all BCAS students participated in Field Day. The students engaged in a day full of team building activities to celebrate their accomplishments this year.
Burlington County Alternative Middle School May/June 2016 Newsletter
A note from Nicole Margiotta
Dear BCSSSD Community,
Those of you who are on Facebook, please "like" our pages and visit them regularly; feel free to add comments on posted items. When referencing our "Sign Me A Story" series, please reference it with hashtag and written exactly like this (#SignMeAStory).
Please join us on Saturday, June 4th for another "Sign Me A Story" event at the Burlington County Library. Time: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Burlington County Times article on January's "Sign Me A Story": http://www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/news/local/photos-stories-signed-for-hearing-impaired-at-burlington-county-library/collection_80a11f08-bbaf-11e5-a646-97fa88dbb421.html
Here are the two Facebook links...
Thank you all for supporting our pages! Please pass the links along to anyone who might be interested!
Thank you,
Nicole Margiotta
Supervisor, Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Assistive Technology
A Concert full of signs, but no words in Eastampton
Lumberton Campus "In the Loop" May 2016 Newsletter
BCPDI Workshop Series
Click HERE for more information on the Burlington County Professional Development Institute (BCPDI) online Workshop Series.
Senior Trip to Hershey Park, PA
Our Special Olympics Athletes Won Big!
On the 4x 100 Girls Relay Race, the girls were in the lead the whole race, and could have crossed the finish line backwards. Unfortunately, at the last hand-off of the baton, they went a step out of the handoff lane and were red-flagged. This was one of those special life moments. The girls were upset and crying , not for themselves but because they felt they let their Coaches and Teammates down.
The boys 4x100 rallied and promised to win for them. These are emotional and inspiring life lessons for us all.
Deb Crosby
Special Olympics Coordinator
TRACK Athletes
200 meter race
Jessica Dugan - 6th place
Megan Dugan - 7
Reina Curbelo - 1
Molly Kiss - 2
Collin Reiser - 6
Brandon Mooney - 3
William Smith - 7
Zac McNeil - 3
50 Meter race
Paul Ravago - 5
Sean Mechum - 6
Matt Applegate - 5
Shakina Clark - 1
Dameyn Gaskins - 2
100 Meter walk race
Micah Medina - 2
4x100 Meter relay race
Molly Kiss
Reina Curbelo
Jessica Dugan
Megan Dugan
1st Place but Disqualified
Collin Reiser
Brandon Mooney
William Smith
Zach McNeil
1st Place
100 Meter Race
Reina Curbelo - 1
Molly Kiss - 2
Jessica Dugan - 5
Megan Dugan - 3
Shakina Clark - 2
Dameyn Gaskins - 2
Matt Applegate - 8
Paul Ravago - 4
Will Smith - 6
Sean Mechum - 5
Zac McNeil - 2
400 Meter race
Collin Reiser - 3
Brandon Mooney - 1
SWIM Athletes
1. Roman Kieft MS : 3 gold medals
2. TJ LaBorn HS : 1 silver, 1 gold and 6th place
3. Ben Miller MS : 2 gold, 1 bronze and 5th place
4. Emily Payne MS : 2 gold , 1 bronze
5. Christopher Pietrow MS : 2 bronze, 1 silver
6. John Rawlins, Host: 1 gold, 1 silver and 4th place
7. Connor Shenton MS : 1 bronze, 5th place, 6th place
June Monthly Art Display
Ms. Hogan's Graphic Design Classes
Field Trip to Grounds For Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ
The students of BCSSSD were treated to a rock concert with Dr. Manno's Family & Friends Band
Family Manno Concert Sendoff
On Friday afternoon, departing superintendent of schools, Dr. Manno and his children and extended family performed a musical concert for the students and staff at the West Campus. Those in attendance were impressed with the the performance, talent and recognition of pop hits while taking advantage of getting up to dance, shout and celebrate. Dr. Nagy, yours truly, made introductory remarks on behalf of the administration, staff and students to thank Dr. Manno for his service and wish him success in his new endeavors which will begin July 1st, at which time Dr. Nagy will succeed him as Superintendent of Schools.
Dr. Christopher Nagy
Assistant Superintendent for Special Education
Road Trip to Walter Rand Transportation Center
Field trip to Citizens Bank Park & story time with Ryan Howard!
Mrs. McLarney took her safety members and class on a field trip to Citizens Bank Park. Ryan Howard and his wife read to them! The Howard's wrote a book entitled "Little Rhino" about bully issues and homework before baseball. Everyone had a ball!
BCIT administers TregoEd training to BCSSSD & BCIT Staff
SCIENCE: Ms. Willey's class dissected owl pellets in their 10th grade Biology class.
G R A D U A T I O N!
BCSSSD Westampton 8th Grade Advancement Ceremony!
Congratulations Preschool Graduates!
Congratulations Burlington County Alternative Middle School Graduates!
Congratulations BCAHS Graduates! Best of luck to you!
Congratulations BCSSSD Westampton Class of 2016!
Congratulations to our Lumberton Campus Graduates!
Community Support for our Annual Alumni Dance
BCSSSD Educational Foundation Annual Golf Outing
Monday, Aug 1, 2016, 07:30 AM
Medford Lakes Country Club, Oak Drive, Medford Lakes, NJ, United States
Jump Start Store
Dear parents and staff,
Students will be provided with the opportunity to shop at the Jump Start Store two times per month this year. Sign-up will be done on a first come/first served basis, so please stop in to schedule your preferred shopping times.
We are in need of the following items:
- Household items
- Knick Knacks
- Clothing: blouses, shirts, coats, & belts
- Dishes
- Glasses
- Wallets
- Purses
- Silk flowers
- Candles
- Holiday Decorations
Thank you for your support!
-Mr. McHugh & Mr. Zielinski
Revised BCSSSD 2015-16 District Calendar
Letter from Dr. Christopher M. Manno, Superintendent of Schools
BCSSSD Parent Corner
Please share your story as a parent or guardian. What does the Burlington County Special Services School District mean to you and your family? How has your child benefited from attending BCSSSD?
Thank you for your time and consideration. --Laura Geltch
Do you have a story to share?
Our students and staff are unique and truly outstanding Burlington County community members. It would be my pleasure to share student, family, and parent stories with our school's community.
Please contact me if you would like to share your story.
Thank you,
Program & Community Coordinator
BCSSSD
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BCSSSD School and Family Association (SFA)
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NEW PAGES:
Burlington County Deaf & Hard of Hearing-D/HH Education Initiative
ESU Augmentative Alternative Communication & Assistive Technology
Box Tops for Education
Thank you! - BCSSSD Staff
New Special Event Form!
Thank you,
Laura Geltch
Program and Community Coordinator
Burlington County Health Department Information: 2015-16 School-Aged Children Immunization Clinics
Letter from Burlington County Health Department:
Referral Form from Burlington County Health Department:
Emergency Closing/Delayed Opening Procedures:
In the event of a campus emergency or inclement weather, staff members will be contacted via email, phone message, and text message. In addition, we will post a Special Alert Message on our website.
Staff Members, Help us Contact You.
Have you moved? Have you changed your phone number or email address? Please make sure to update your information with BCSSSD Personnel.
Students will be contacted using information stored in Genesis, our electronic student database. Parents should be reminded to ensure their contact information is up-to-date. Any changes should be reported to the main office of the student's school.