Honeoye Central School District
Monthly Newsletter ~ DECEMBER 2022
Message from the Superintendent
Dear HCS Families and Community Members,
The holiday season is upon us...a time of reflection, good will, charity, and community! Honeoye exemplifies the spirit of the holiday with such time honored traditions as Operation Secret Santa, food and clothing drives, the third Annual HCS Celebration of Giving, a weeklong Holiday Honeoye Hometown Event(s), and the ES and HS Winter Concerts.
On behalf of HCS faculty and staff, thank you for your partnership with us in this important work! We are so fortunate to serve, learn and grow within such an incredible learning community. Thank you for making Honeoye the dynamic place it is to learn, work and live.
School Closed for the Holidays
December 26, 2022- January 2, 2023
We are excited to welcome our Bulldogs back on January 3, 2023.
Once again, the December District Newsletter contains a plethora of information. Please read on to celebrate the accomplishments of students, to hear more about current events and to learn about future happenings at HCS!
Wishing you and your loved ones a fulfilling, happy holiday season!
Happy Holidays!
E. Bridget Ashton
Elizabeth Bridget Ashton
Superintendent, Honeoye Central School District
8528 Main Street
Honeoye, New York 14471
On Twitter: @EBridgetAshton
Updates from the Superintendent, December 2022
PTA Partnership with Foodlink to Launch in 2023
- Thank you to Kristin Kester, PTA President, and the entirety of our PTA leadership team for their work to secure a partnership with Foodlink.
- Foodlink has served communities for 40+ years through partnership with various organizations in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region of New York. The mission of Foodlink is "to leverage the power of food to end hunger and build healthier communities."
- While there are numerous logistical considerations yet to be worked out, we could not be more proud or pleased to announce that the HCS PTA, in partnership with Foodlink, will be opening a brick and mortar food pantry here on campus early in 2023.
- Stay tuned for more information!
TapApp Launch in 2023
- In June 2022, Alyssa’s Law was enacted and requires school district district-wide safety teams to consider, as part of their review of the comprehensive district-wide safety plan, the installation of a panic alarm system to silently alert law enforcement in the event of a life threatening or emergency situation. The bill is named for Alyssa Alhadeff, who was shot and killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018.
- HCS has contracted with TapApp. TapApp is a panic alarm system which allows for all users to access a panic alarm system which would trigger lockdown and 911 emergency call in the event of a critical incident.
- The HCS leadership team will be "unpacking" TapApp during the holiday break.
- We will roll out the panic alarm system with staff AFTER January 1.
Wayfaring Signage Quote
- HCS is working with a vendor to develop a system of wayfaring/wayfinding in the district.
- Wayfaring is a system of directional signage which would allow guests and emergency responders to better navigate the physical footprint of our campus. Each law enforcement agency that HCS has collaborated with over the last couple of months has identified this as an action item for the district. Note: Wayfaring was identified as a priority during short and long term facilities planning.
- We are awaiting a quote from the vendor we hope to partner with and will take next steps as a district as quickly as we are able to do so.
Save the Date: "See Something, Say Something" Community Presentation
- HCS continues to work through action steps associated with threat assessment and the development of a Behavior Intervention Team (BIT). The BIT concept is modeled after the CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) approach utilized by law enforcement to best identify potentially violent individuals and to develop targeted, intensive supports.
- The district is also exploring research based, best practices associated with threat assessment protocols.
- Representatives from RocTac (Rochester Threat Advisory Committee) and FBI Agent Tonzelli will present a "See Something, Say Something" community forum with families, community members and students on February 7 from 6:30 - 8:00PM in the auditorium.
MTSS: A Multi-Tiered System of Supports for HCS Students
As I shared in March 2022, HCS is in year two of the development of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports for students. MTSS is a framework many schools utilize to provide targeted support to struggling students. The goal of MTSS is early intervention and response to academic, behavioral, social emotional and attendance concerns. As alluded to in its name, tiers of support are integral to MTSS.
MTSS is an “umbrella” term in the educational community and includes a few systems of support you are likely familiar with such as RTI - Response to Intervention (which assists students who may be struggling with academics) and PBIS - Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (which is an approach schools use to promote school safety and good behavior). The Honeoye Elementary school authentically incorporates PBIS within their behavioral expectations known as the Bulldog Four.
HCS leadership has collaborated with teaching staff to assess existing structures and systems of support for students. To support continued work in this area, HCS is optimizing ARP and CRRSA stimulus monies to fund the inclusion of an MTSS Coordinator. Kaitlin Lafave is in year two of service in this role and working closely with district leadership on the creation and development of facets of our district vision for an effective Multi-Tiered System of Supports.
Last year as a facet of our emphasis on MTSS, the district rolled out Safe School Helpline, Mental Health Teen First Aid, and PIRI training. Over the course of 2022-23, the roadmap of MTSS work includes, but is not limited to:
- SEL Survey(s) for students - How are students doing? Are they feeling connected with school?
Student Connectedness Survey at Secondary level
Youth Evalumetric Survey at Secondary level
SEL Survey at ES level
Enhanced implementation of PBIS
Bulldog 4 Behavioral matrices
Coordination of celebrations, theme days (ex. “Friendship Day” in cafe) in collaboration with building principals, social worker, AP, & wellness
Support development, implementation and monitoring of behavioral and academic interventions, including but not limited to:
Tier 1
Total Participation Techniques
Engagement Strategies
Function Based Thinking
Menu of strategies to address student behaviors
Tier 2
Peer Tutoring
Restorative Circles
Menu of strategies to address behaviors
Check In and Check Out Intervention
2 x 10 Intervention
Building Level Behavior Plans/Contracts
ProSocial Skill Groups/Lunch Bunch Groups
Tier 3, support development of the following:
Big Brother, Big Sister - Bulldog Buddy Program
Other
MTSS Repository and Menu of Supports
Instructional Support Team at ES and Secondary Level (see newsletter contribution from Mrs. Lafave for more information about IST)
Parent University Offerings, as applicable
Resource Bank for Parents
Huge shout out to many individuals at the forefront of leading this work! There is much to feel #HoneoyePROUD about!
Project ECHO
- HCS received confirmation last week that we have been approved for participation in Project Echo. This is an initiative led by the University of Rochester.
- The goal of Project ECHO is to partner with Ontario County School Districts to enhance the capacity of middle and high school educators within the NY Finger Lakes region to support adolescents with behavioral health needs, including those with serious emotional disturbances.
- Our participation in Project ECHO will afford us the following opportunities:
- Project ECHO® [Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes] trainings - interactive, web-based learning and mentoring program used to support case-based learning, education, and peer support.
- Participating school teams will also be able to access a new school-based referral stream to short-term acute BH intervention by licensed child & adolescent BH providers.
Fingers Crossed: Distance Learning Grant Opportunity
HCS is currently working with FLCC to secure grant funding for distance learning technology.
Should the district successfully secure the grant in partnership with FLCC, it would allow for us to offer interactive, real-time (synchronous) learning/other, such as:
Dual credit courses,
Shared courses between secondary schools,
Health, mental health, and substance abuse prevention education and counseling,
Professional development and training,
Career site visits,
Project-based learning supports, and
Other activities that support students, teachers, administrators, and the community.
- Currently, there are numerous organizations working in partnership to secure this grant:
- Finger Lakes Community College – Main Campus and Satellite Sites
- 11 Interested School Districts,
- Family Counseling of the Finger Lakes,
- Finger Lakes Area Counseling and Recovery Agency (FLACRA),
- Finger Lakes Community Health,
- Tompkins Cortland Community College, Cayuga Community College, and component districts, and
- Others to be added this year and in future years.
While there are multifaceted and numerous considerations (scheduling, contractual, financial, etc.) attached to such an endeavor, the district is eager and hopeful about bringing such opportunity here for HCS students, faculty and staff.
Graduates of Distinction Program at HCS
During a Regular Meeting of Board on 11/16, the Board voted to support my recommendation to develop an HCS Graduates of Distinction program. This program is being created and designed to recognize individuals who have achieved distinction through outstanding accomplishment or life achievement.
Honorees will be HCS alumni of ten years or greater post graduation date who are exemplary citizens who have distinguished themselves through service, exceptional career achievement or lifetime accomplishment. This program is further intended to honor graduates of this district and offer inspiration for current and future HCS students. Note: The Selection Committee may be petitioned to exempt the above criteria if extraordinary circumstances exist.
The Selection Committee shall be comprised of the following:
Board of Education Member (1)
HCS Administrator (1)
HTA Unit Member (1)
HSSA Unit Member (1)
Community Member (1)
Ex Officio Student BOE Member (1)
Definitive Criterion for Candidate Nominations:
HCS Achievements
Professional Achievements
Honors, Awards, and/or Recognitions
Other Notable Contributions
Note: A rubric will be utilized to evaluate eligibility of candidate for identification as an HCS Graduate of Distinction.
Could not be more excited to launch this work in 2023. More information to follow as it becomes available!
Kudos to HCS Grades 6-12 Honor Roll Recipients!
At HCS, students are recognized for academic achievement at the following thresholds:
Honor Roll: 85-89.9
Principal's Honor Roll: 90-94.9
Staff Honor Roll: 95-100
Honor Roll, 2022-23 Marking Period 1 (85-89.9 GPA)
Allen, Evan D
Allen, Luke E
Banker, Chloe C
Bermudez, Adrianna J
Braun, Julianna
Burgie, Steven R
Clark, Gavin P
Clark, Samuel B
Coon, Jesse C
D Augustino, Heaven L
Dates, Megan M
Drown, Patricia
Farrell, Andrew C
Fontanez, Dante
Fraser, Andrew J
Fraser, Samantha L
Gifford, Jaycie E
Gifford, Sebastian
Gillen, Michael P
Gonzalez, Daniela
Guck, Breana G
Guffey, Jaelyn T
Gundy, Hope
Hallings, Ian
Hallings, Isabelle M
Johnson, Garrett A
Johnson, Riley T
Johnston, Nathan
Kitiibwa, Martinah F
Klatt, Aubrie
Kurtz, Aaron S
Lopez, Michael J
Lynd, Freyja P
Molina, Madalynn M
Montgomery, Logan T
Morgan, Ethan E
Morse, Christopher D
Mortensen, Kurtis H
Nagy, Dalton J
Osburn, Phillip J
Patterson, Jaeden P
Penkitis, Henry C
Piliero, Acen
Premo, Clayton P
Pulver, Cooper R
Randall, Aisha
Randall, Charles
Randall, Nevaeh
Reuter, Thomas C
Santillo, Ellaina J
Scheele, Aiden J
Sisco, Adrianna C
Stoner, Cayden W
Tripp, Carly M
VanCuren, Morgan E
Warren, Cyrus J
Washburn, Dylan J
Wilfeard, Collin
Wood, Riley J
Woodard, Lilyanah E
York, Trevor
Zuck, Ethan
Principal Honor Roll, 2022-23 Marking Period 1 (90 - 94.9 GPA)
Anselm, Evan M
Armstrong, Luke I
Asquino, Jackson Todd
Baader, Owen
Bastian, Riley M
Bonamie-Guffey, Lillian E
Boone, Sarah M
Braun, Marshall
Brewer, Rowan A
Brownell, Payton E
Butler, Addison
Clark, Evan K
Colon, James A
Cooley, Madeline R
Covey, Brooke
Cuba, Evan
Dallas, Jamielyn
Deely, Ellexis E
Delisanti, Lia J
DeRitis, Anna R
DeWitt, Margaret R
Drake, Alexander J
Dussault, Lilah J
Farrell, Catelynn A
Frick, Lucy A
Gawel, Daniel
Gifford, Otto T
Goethals, Garrett C
Green, Leah J
Hallett, Nicholas D
Hoag, Sofie K
Hohn, Avery L
Hoppough, Audi S
Hufford, Lucian D
Jerome, Iris
Johnson, Logan D
Johnston, Howard D
King, Emily M
Knapp, Cooper
Knapp, Julia K
LeBouthillier, Fiona E
Lincoln, Ava Marie
Lombardo, Lucy R
Lyons, Adrianna I
MacDonald, Rae M
Marshall, Lindsey M
Marshall, Rachel K
Mastin, Lucas
McMillan, Quinn
Mebane, Dacotah R
Meissner, Jacob W
Meissner, Zachary C
Merrick, Ajay A
Moore, Brendan J
Nelson, Faylinn B
Nguyen, Treton C
Nicolay, Wrenna E
Northrop, Hunter J
Odenbach, Joseph J
Ott, Leah K
Owejan, Seth P
Reagle, Kylie M
Rivera, Jenny
Rohrbaugh, Cypress F
Scheele, Isabella
Schell, Marissa A
Schmitt, Kevin P
Schmitt, Kyle R
Schneider, Braiden Z
Shannon, Christopher J
Shannon, Jamison J
Sharp, Dylan H
Slade, Kylie
Smith, Keenan R
Speca, James
Spock, Spencer O
Stumbo, Eli J
Warren, Ethan
Washburn, Landon J
Weber, Sara J
Webster, Marlowe C
Wrobel, Emma M
Young, Lila
Young, River D
Zuck, Heidi A
Zuck, Paige J
HCS Staff Honor Roll - 2022-23 Marking Period 1 (95 - 100 GPA)
Almeter, Abbey M
Almeter, Morgan J
Baader, Sarah R
Bailey, Alyssa J
Battle, Benjamin S
Blair, John H
Brunk, Chloe
Clark, Cassidy F
Clement, Brooke E
Colon, Alexa L
Cooney, James E
Cooper, Karsen
Cornish Jr, Benjamin D
Covey, William J
Cuba, Owen C
Dibble, Olivia M
Duric, Pavle
Flynn, Aspen
Frick, Marley A
Gentry, William J
Gillette, Cora E
Griffin, Clare S
Griffin, Judith A
Henderson, Brooke A
Higgins, Ava
Higgins, Owen W
Higley, Lindsay M
Hill, Quinnton R
Jerome, Trillium M
Johnson, Alexis D
Johnson, McKayla R
Keyser, Owen
Kraft, Dillon M
Le, Ethan J
Lynd, Jolye P
Miller, Evan P
Miller, Paige A
Nellis, Isabella P
Neumann, Joannah E
Odenbach, Chelsie M
Parsels, Natalee K
Piriz-Kline, Ava R
Pulver, Sydney A
Reynolds, Amelia
Reynolds, Katelyn J
Reynolds, Owen J
Richardson, Daniel A
Robson, Ava R
Robson, Tia S
Rubadeau, Molly A
Russo, Emily E
Scheele, Ashley A
Scheele, Jasmine M
Scheele, Kendra M
Schultz, Hadynn
Sherman, Charlie R
Sherman, Henry C
Slade, Payton R
Smith, Grace M
Smith, Serena Z
Speca, Lorelai G
Temple, Lily E
Thomas, Ashley E
Tompkins, Maren L
VanDewark, Cody J
Warren, Levi
Webster, Megan R
Webster, Michaela L
Wood, Chloe J
Wood, Leia H
Woodruff, Carlee
At HCS, no mistaking how much we "Billieve" that HCS students are amazing!
NYSPHSAA Scholar Athletes Recognition
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) celebrates scholar-athlete teams and number of individuals upon completion of each athletic season.
“The Scholar-Athlete program continues to highlight the amazing work our student-athletes do in the classroom each day”, said Dr. Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director. “To see over 49,000 students recognized for the effort they put into their studies is truly remarkable. These young people continue to amaze with their ability to balance schoolwork and sports.”
The list of individuals identified as scholar athletes for Fall 2022 may be accessed at the below NYSPHSAA link. Our athletic team standings are reflected below.
Student Voice Matters!
December District Newsletter: Ordering of Contents
- In Case You Missed It - Bulldog Beat link
- At the Secondary Level...From Mr. Schneckenburger - SMORE link
- Class of 2023 Updates
- At the Elementary Level...From Mrs. Pfluke - SMORE link
- From the Desk of HCS AP, Mr. Akers
- News from the HCS Technology Department
- From the Desk of Tina Bush, Director of Pupil Personnel Services
- Reminders from the Health Office, Mrs. Tonkery
- Scribbles from the School Social Worker, Ms. Perrin
- Counselor's Corner, Mrs. VanLare & Mr. Carrier
- MTSS Coordinator, Mrs. Lafave
- HCS Prevention Educator, Nicole Drost
- Learning and Literacy: Mrs. Farrell, Literacy Coach
- STEM Lab - Mrs. Bailey
- Secondary Library, Mrs. Miller
- Honeoye Music Department Newsletter
- Clubs and Extracurriculars
- NHS
- Youth to Youth
- Intramurals
- Updates from HCS AD and Kitchen Service Manager, Ms. Levesque
- From The Desk Of . . . Michael D. Bastian, HCS Business Administrator
- Safety Information and Reminders
- ***Safe School Helpline
- ***Intersection of Code of Conduct, DASA and Title IX
- ***GoGuardian and Beacon Alerts
- Chain of Contact Document Link
- Employment Opportunities: Substitutes
- Partnering with PTA
- Updates from Community Partners
- Please Mark Your Calendars
In Case You Missed It... The Bulldog Beat
At the Secondary Level...Notes and Updates From Mr. Schneckenburger
Class of 2023 Updates: Submitted by Class Advisors, Jamie Frusco Smith and Aimee Rose
Class of 2023 Details for District Newsletter
Bottle and Can Drive Fundraiser
A Bottle and Can Drive Fundraiser begins on Saturday, December 10 at Nickel and Dime Bottle Redemption Center at 2 Main Street in Bloomfield, NY. Thank you for donating your bottles and cans to support the Class of 2023!
Cap, Gown, Graduation Announcements, and Class Rings
On January 11th, 2023, Jostens will present and start taking orders for caps and gowns, graduation announcements, and class rings. The meeting is at 1:00 P.M in the auditorium.
From the Desk of HCS Assistant Principal & Data Coordinator, Mr. Akers
We are well into December, the holiday season! Since this time of year is often associated with getting on the nice/naughty list or elves on shelves watching vigilantly for good behavior, I thought it would be a great time to talk about reinforcement systems and earning for good behavior! In this month’s article, I will discuss what a reinforcement system is, the idea behind using them, and some common strategies attached to them.
A reinforcement system is a strategy that is used to increase motivation and the likelihood of a student engaging in a preferred or chosen behavior. The idea behind this is that if a student is struggling to consistently engage in a given task, activity, or behavior, that by creating an additional reward system, it will help increase their motivation to do it.
The first step is to choose a behavior or task that you want the student to do. This is important because you want to be clear about the expectations you are giving the student. If they don’t know what is expected, it will be harder for them to follow that expectation consistently. Once you determine what behavior you want to see, talk to them about what it is, what it looks like, and what it doesn’t look like. Being clear on the behavior you want to see through using examples and non-examples will help them better understand what it is you are looking for!
The next step is to determine what the student is working for. This can be done through a preference assessment or by asking them what they like or want to work for. This can be a conversation over what you both agree is a fair reward and how much they need to earn to get it. If the reinforcement isn’t motivating for the student, then the reinforcement system won’t be effective. For example, if you offer a kid a package of carrots for cleaning their room but they hate vegetables, it’s likely they won’t be any more motivated to change their behavior.
The actual system you use to measure behavior can look different depending on the person too. Some examples include a token board, sticker charts, a marble jar, or tally marks. All of these systems keep track of when a student engages in the targeted behavior or activity. There are many different forms or approaches you can take at home or in school when using reinforcement systems. Sometimes it may take some adjusting as you get started, but when done right it can have a tremendous impact on student behavior!
Thank you for taking the time to read a bit about reinforcement systems and have a wonderful holiday season with you and your loved ones!
An important aspect of my role as Honeoye’s Data Protection Officer, is an ongoing focus on data privacy and security. New York State’s Education Law 2D, focuses on the privacy and security of personally identifiable information of students, classroom teachers, and principals. As we think about protecting our identifying information, it is important to be aware that the holiday season is a prime time for cybercriminals to attack. They know there is a massive increase in people purchasing goods online and traveling, so they want to take advantage of this hectic time when people are distracted. This resource from KnowB4 provides helpful tips for online and travel scams you may encounter this holiday season.
FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a federal subsidy program that was created to help households struggling to pay for internet service.
All families approved to receive benefits under the free and reduced-price school lunch program or the school breakfast program, including through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), are eligible for this program.
ACP provides a monthly discount for broadband service of up to $30/month, or up to $75/month for households on qualifying Tribal lands.
To apply visit AffordableConnectivity.gov or call 1-877-384-2575 to request an application. Once you complete the application you can contact a participating internet service provider to start receiving your monthly discount.
Coming Soon- Student Digital Resource Survey
The New York State Education Department is asking parents or guardians to complete a Student Digital Resource Survey (for each student in the family) in grades Kindergarten – Grade12. This survey will provide information on student access to devices and internet access in their places of residence. This survey will be sent out via ParentSquare in January.From the Desk of Tina Bush, Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Teen Mental Health First Aid:
tMHFA- Molly Perrin and Rachel Sherman recently finished delivering Teen Mental Health First Aid to 10th graders in Health Classes. Overall, 26 students participated, and 19 students were certified as Teen Mental Health First Aiders. Molly and Rachel will lead another group of 10th graders through this important curriculum in the Spring.
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training (TCI):
November 2022, Evan Carrier and Rachael Davis attended Train-the-Trainer professional development for TCI
Goal is to be able to recertify current TCI staff as well as provide a TCI Workshop in order to help staff understand the Stress Model of Crisis and how to avoid the conflict cycle.
This is part of HCS’s Social Emotional Comprehensive plan to support both staff and students.
Project Echo - Winter/Spring 2023:
Partnership with University of Rochester to strengthen high school mental health staff’s response to the mental health needs of teens in Ontario County
Participants include: School mental health team, nurses, administrators, teachers, and a parent partner
Expected Responsibilities:
School-based Urgent Intervention Referral Case Consultation
Attend Bi-Weekly UR-SOS Meetings
Train-the-Trainer for Youth Mental Health First (which includes 3 sponsored YMHFA Trainings in our community)
NEW - November 2022 Social, Emotional Learning (SEL) Benchmarks:
The updated SEL Benchmarks have very specific language in the newer benchmark goals. Some changes include statements in each grade band level with “Adults will…..”. It also begins teaching students how to self-reflect/self-assess - having common language and understanding, and there is a strong connection to the Seal of Civic Readiness. The Seal of Civic Readiness is a formal recognition that a student has attained a high level of proficiency in terms of civic knowledge, civic skills, civic mindset, and civic experiences. The Seal of Civic Readiness distinction on a high school transcript and diploma. Below are the three goals:
SEL GOALS:
Young people develop self-awareness that nurtures and affirms a strong sense of identity, informs decisions about their actions and builds a sense of agency.
Young people use social awareness and interpersonal skills to establish, navigate, and maintain supportive relationships with individuals and groups that nurture a strong sense of belonging
Young people demonstrate intentional decision making skills and behaviors that consider social, emotional, and physical safety and wellbeing in personal school, and community context.
2023 Evalumetrics Youth Survey:
The Evalumetrics Youth Survey (EYS) is based on the Risk and Protective Factor Model, which identifies a link between certain risk factors and problem behaviors
The EYS Measures:
Attitudes toward and connection to school, family, and community
Critical Health Risk Behaviors:
Substance Use
Violence
Depression
The survey will be conducted in the Spring of 2023 and is a web-based platform:
No identifying information is collected - only demographic information
Parents are given the opportunity to opt out
Students in 6th, 8th, 10th, and 12th grade will complete the survey
Health Office Reminders & News from HCS School Nurse, Marybeth Tonkery
Food Allergies! We all need to be aware!
What are the most common food allergies? milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, gluten, soy, peanuts and treenuts.
Why are people allergic to certain foods? A food allergy occurs when the body has a specific and reproducible immune response to certain foods. The body’s immune response can be severe and life threatening, such as anaphylaxis. Although the immune system normally protects people from germs, in people with food allergies, the immune system mistakenly responds to food as if it were harmful.
A person has to eat the allergen for it to affect them, right? NO, some people can touch or breath in the allergen from residue or odor being in the air.
What is anaphylaxis? Anaphylaxis is a sudden and severe allergic reaction that may cause death. Signs and symptoms include: Skin reactions, including hives and itching and flushed or pale skin * low blood pressure (hypotension) * constriction of the airways and a swollen tongue or throat, which can cause wheezing and trouble breathing * a weak and rapid pulse * nausea, vomiting or diarrhea * dizziness or fainting
The symptoms and severity of allergic reactions to food can be different between individuals and the more exposure a person has to an allergen, the worse the reaction can get each time.
How do we treat Anaphylaxis? Epinephrine administration with an Epi pen is the most effective way to treat anaphylaxis quickly. If someone is having an allergic reaction, locate an Epi pen and call 911 immediately. If you know of someone who has allergies, ask them where they keep their Epi pen and ask them to show you how to use it.
How can you help prevent a person from having anaphylaxis?
*Be aware of who has an allergy * Read food ingredient labels carefully (many foods are produced in a facility that processes allergens and is stated on the label) * Label items that contain allergens clearly so others are aware * Wash your hands immediately after eating an allergen (Oils from nuts can be passed on from handling) * designate a table as ‘allergy free’
* be aware of any persons with allergies in the workplace or your child’s classroom and send in allergy free snacks/treats or non food items for celebrations * clean/disinfect your eating space if it is a shared area
Scribbles from the School Social Worker
Recap: November Happenings
27 10th graders participated in the Fall Session of Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) in their health classes. Students have learned the Teen Mental Health First Aid Action plan, and are now trained to respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their peers. In this session, 26 students participated, and 19 students received certification as a Teen Mental Health First Aider! We look forward to holding another six week section of tMHFA during 10th grade health classes in the Spring.
Spotlight on Ontario County Workforce Development.
HCS was thrilled to welcome Amanda Bollinger, from Ontario County Workforce Development to highlight National Career Development Month. Amanda shared information about her in-school youth employment program, as well as the Ontario County Summer Youth Employment Program
Looking Ahead:
Monthly Spotlights: HCS is excited to launch community organization spotlights during secondary lunches. These events will raise awareness for challenges faced by our school community and beyond, and connect students with resources to provide support.
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Representatives from the Ontario County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition will be in the cafeteria during Middle and High School Lunches on December 16th. In addition, a Traffic Safety Specialist from Ontario County's STOP-DWI program will be visiting with a traveling exhibit, as well as some informational materials to share with students. There will also be an opportunity for students to engage in a "Safe Driving Pledge Wall" and other related activities, such as a simulation using Alcohol Impairment glasses.
Coming Soon- Youth Mental Health First Aid: Honeoye Central School District is thrilled to be a participant in University of Rochester’s Supporting our Students (UR-SOS) program in the coming months. As part of the program, HCS will have an in-house Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Trainer, who will offer YMHFA to the Honeoye Community, including parents, teachers, and staff. Stay tuned for more information!
Community Resource Spotlights: The winter season can come with additional financial stressors. See below for several area resources to help support additional expenses, if needed!
Honeoye Community Food Pantry: In addition to regular open hours on the first Saturday of every month, the Honeoye Community Food Pantry will be holding Christmas basket food distributions. The Christmas basket distribution will be held on Saturday, December 17th from 9:00-10:30 am. Please bring proof of residency in the Honeoye Central School District.
Thompson Co-Op: 120 N. Main Street, Canandaigua: 120 N. Main is home to a wealth of community resources, including the CCIA Food Pantry, which distributes food and goods monthly to Ontario County Residents. The CCIA Food Pantry is open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00am-12:00pm. In addition, the building houses the St. Vincent de Paul Clothing Room: The St. Vincent De Paul Society clothing room is open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00am-12:30pm. Ontario County residents may select clothing, including new and gently used coats and boots, as well as household goods during one shopping visit per week.
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP): HEAP is a federally funded energy assistance program to help low income families meet their energy costs. Eligibility for the program is based on income) and housing situation. Individuals must either pay directly for heating costs or pay rent that includes heating costs to be eligible.
Ongoing Learning Opportunities for Families
Mid-West FACE Center-Agency 101 Spotlights- Monthly on Tuesdays @ 12:00pm: Families, caregivers and professionals who support students with disabilities can learn about eligibility requirements, available supports, and the referral process for different programs and agencies in the area.
Mid-West FACE Center Educational Workshops- Monthly virtual workshops for families of Students with Disabilities ages 5-21
Triple P- Positive Parenting Program- Scheduled in Individual and Group Sessions: Offers families individualized opportunities to develop positive relationships, encourage desirable behavior, and teach new skills and behaviors to children and teens.
Letters and Lattes- Weekly on Thursdays for individuals ages 14-22: An opportunity for youth and young adults to connect, and create art with one another.
Parent Coaching with Family Counseling Center of the Finger Lakes: Parent Coaching is free one-on-one support facilitated by aParent Coach in which a caregiver is able to discuss their parenting challenges, and gain advice and strategies.
HCS Community Resource Guide
The HCS Community Resource Guide is continually updated, and contains information about mental health, medical, food, and financial resources that are accessible to you throughout Ontario County, and beyond. Feel free to reach out with any questions, or if you would like support in connecting with area resources!
Feel free to reach out to me at any time- I would love to connect with you!
Best,
Molly Perrin
School Social Worker
Honeoye Central School District
(585) 229-5171 Ext. 2066
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
Counselors' Corner
Parents/Guardians and students in 8th grade: Mark your calendars! Your School Counselors are planning the annual 8th Grade meeting where we share the "ins and outs" of entering high school next year! This includes information from scheduling to graduation pathways, and everything in between! The tentative date for this event is January 12th @ 4:30! Details to follow!
Congratulations to our 22-23 Rotary Students of the Month:
Sept -Molly Rubadeau
Oct- Mollie Asquino
Nov- Rowan Brewer
Check out this month's installation of the High School Counseling Newsletter:
December HS Counseling Newsletter
Happy Holidays to you all!
Mrs. VanLare and Mr. Carrier
From the Desk of MTSS Coordinator, Mrs. Lafave
The Instructional Support Teams (IST) at both the elementary and secondary levels have been meeting regularly this school year to collaborate, problem-solve, and develop data-based solutions to maximize student success. Here are some FAQs to help you learn more about the IST process at Honeoye CSD.
What is IST?
The IST process represents a system of problem-solving driven by students' needs. At the core of the process is the belief that all students can achieve at high levels. The IST is a strength-based initiative that addresses the whole child, including academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs. It uses a team-based approach to consider what practices or interventions are needed in order to help the student find success. They use data collection, assessments, and other measures in order to determine a student’s progress.
Who are the members of IST?
Although members of the IST differ in the elementary and secondary buildings, the team always includes the building principal, the student’s classroom teacher, and the AIS support teacher, if applicable. The parents are encouraged to participate as active partners in the process. The instructional coach, school psychologist, guidance counselor, speech pathologist, physical/occupational therapist, school nurse and other representatives from community agencies may also serve on the IST, depending on the needs of the student. Each member of the team has equal input and decision-making power to determine what methods, learning strategies, special techniques, or programs best address the student’s area(s) of weakness.
How does it work?
The IST process involves three steps:
1) Identifying a student’s need for academic or behavioral support;
2) Determining the strategies needed to assist the student;
3) Implementing intervention strategies through a continuum of services.
After an initial assessment of the student’s academic, behavioral, and/or social-emotional skills, the IST recommends strategies to be implemented to help the student achieve success in the regular classroom. The team determines what support is needed for the student to maintain a level of success in the classroom. These strategies are evaluated by the team after a set amount of time, based on the goals set for the student. If the student’s teacher reports a positive change, the strategies are continued or faded, if appropriate. If the student does not show the expected progress, it may be necessary to increase the intensity of the intervention or refer the student for a comprehensive evaluation.
HCS Prevention Educator
Happy Holidays!
As a school based prevention educator, I get a lot of questions regarding how to quit vaping, or if vaping is really “that dangerous” for our students. My quick answer is a resounding YES! It really is unhealthy, no matter if an individual is vaping nicotine or THC. Below, I have listed resources for parents and teens that can help someone quit vaping:
For youth and young adults: Text “DITCHVAPE" to 88709. This is part of www.truthinititative.org.
For parents looking to help their child quit vaping: Text “QUIT” to 202-899-7550.
Locally, Ontario County Provides resources and tips at https://ontariocountyny.gov/575/Stop-Smoking
Set yourself up for success. Quitting doesn’t happen overnight! Don’t pick a quit date that is stressful for you, such as the night before a big test. Once you have chosen a date, stick to it.
Gradually decrease the number of times that you vape per day or per week. Setting and achieving small goals is helpful in feeling confident that you can quit!
If you have any questions about Prevention Education, it is easiest to reach me via email nicole.drost@honeoye.org at or my office 585-229-5171 ext. 2019.
Regards,
Nicole Drost
Learning and Literacy: Alison Farrell, Literacy Coach
Learning and Literacy: Alison Farrell, Literacy Coach
In 4th grade I received a diary as a gift. You remember the ones with the little key and a small dedicated spot to write each day of the week. I was taunted by the blank pages, so I kept at it, writing almost daily through several more of these little books, clear through highschool. Recently I dared to read through some of these entries and got a rare glimpse into myself as a young girl experiencing the usual celebrations, trials and tribulations of youth.
Journaling in any form gives the writer an opportunity to process feelings and emotions, communicate ideas, clarify thoughts, and reflect on moments big and small. The act of writing also builds important academic skills including writing stamina, improves the connection between writing, thinking and speaking, and provides a platform to experiment with vocabulary.
This is a great time of year to start a new habit, parents and students alike. Journaling might look like:
a gratitude journal
a one sentence a day journal
a page of I like, I don’t like, Questions I have
topic or sentence starter journals
a dialog journal with your children, writing back and forth responding to each other’s thoughts and questions.
Journals might look like;
a beautifully bound book
a colorful composition book
a spiral notebook.
lined paper stapled together.
try colorful pens, stickers, or colored paper.
The joys and benefits of journaling are many, both personal and academic, not the least of which is that precious glimpse back at childhood many years later!
Happy New Year!!
Happy Reading! Happy Writing!
Alison Farrell
Literacy Coach
Engineer Elves at The North Pole Elementary STEM Lab, Submitted by Laurie Bailey
Do you remember the game, Mouse Trap? You turn a gear, that kicks a boot, that sends a marble down the stairs, and continues on a series of events until a trap drops on the mouse! Well, the Mouse Trap game is the inspiration for the current 5th grade STEM challenge! Students are designing and constructing their own “Cause & Effect Boxes” that include three simple machines: pulleys, levers, and inclined planes. 4th graders are designing and constructing their own marble runs that must include homemade funnels, drop zones, inclined planes that create enough momentum for marbles to “jump” ramps, and also create inclined planes with friction to slow the marbles down. Our 3rd graders designed and constructed their own mini-foosball tables using wooden dowels and clothespins while reviewing the wheel & axle and lots of measuring! We have all heard of the tyrannosaurus rex, but have you ever heard of the mosasaurus? How about the australopithecus? Our 2nd graders are researching these amazing prehistoric species and think they, too, should be on Santa’s toy list!
From the Secondary Library...Submitted by Megan Miller
Greetings from the Secondary Library! Mrs. Culver and I have been busy the last few weeks working to make it easier for our students to access information in the nonfiction section of our library.
The role of the school librarian includes instructing students on how to acquire the information they need and desire. With so many different formats and resources available today we want students to be able to be efficient in their search for information. One obstacle that was brought to our attention by students was that even when they consulted the catalog and found where a book was located, they did not know where to start looking in the stacks. Other students commented that it was difficult to browse the nonfiction books for topics that might interest them.
To combat this we have reorganized some sections in order to group similar topics together. We have also added an abundance of signage to help students be self-sufficient in their search. This includes signs for the overarching category, such as “Social Issues & Questions” and “Health, Self and Wellness”. In addition each shelf has a marker that outlines the topics included on that shelf. Last, each category is color-coded in order to assist all our students, grades 6-12, in becoming more comfortable and confident in seeking out and locating the stories, facts, and interests that they want to know more about!
If your student has a topic of interest that they want to dive into, send them our way!
From the Music Department... Submitted by Music Dept
Brian Wilkins Shares Student & Ensemble Achievements and Celebrations during Holiday Concert on December 14...
"Unlike many previous years, this is not the senior high band’s first performance of the year. We were invited to perform with the Finger Lakes Concert Band, a group of adult musicians who continue to play for the love and joy of music. The concert was held here at HCS, and at one point featured both combined groups of 86 musicians total on this stage. Following that performance, we had a mere 4 weeks to prepare this concert program for you this evening, and they have done a tremendous job. The highlight of my day is creating and refining music with these young adults. They are musical, motivated, hard working, and dedicated to excellence. After one particular outstanding rehearsal, I remember blurting out “thank you for your music!” It has been a line that has resonated with me since, and I make it a point to try and close every class with it. These students are so involved with so many activities-upper level academics, sports, extracurriculars, jobs-yet they find the time and energy to make music a part of their lives. How about a hand for these fine young musicians?
As further evidence to what I just said, I would like to take a few moments to highlight some individual achievements-and there are many, which is quite outstanding for a group of this size:
This past weekend, after this concert program had gone to print, Finger Lakes Music Educators Association held auditions for all county band. Students perform scales, a short etude, and sight reading to compete for a seat in an all county group Congratulations to senior Alex Colon and freshman Owen Higgins for being accepted into the all county senior high band!
The Hochstein Youth Wind Symphony is a group that meets once a week at the Hochstein School of Music in Rochester. Students must apply for membership and are not guaranteed a spot in this group made up of some of the finest high school musicians in the area. Congratulations to senior Olivia Dibble on being accepted to this group!
The senior high area all state music festival made a return this November after a 2 year hiatus due to COVID. The group is made up of some of the best musicians in a 7 county area, and members are selected on the basis of their NYSSMA solo scores the previous spring. We had 3 (!) students represent Honeoye at the festival held at Gates Chili HS this past November. Congratulations to seniors Olivia Dibble, Clare Griffin, and Ethan Le on being a member of the area all state senior high band!
The conference all state festival is held at the Eastman Theatre during the first weekend in December, to coincide with the annual state conference. Students must audition in the spring prior to the festival. They prepare scales, a level 6 solo, and then have difficult sight reading, as well. The students that audition are held to even higher standards than a “normal” NYSSMA solo. A student must receive a score of at least a 98/100 to even be recommended. This year, 4304 auditioned for spots in 5 groups, and 565 were accepted. Of those that auditioned, 1212 were wind and percussion players; only 194 were accepted. 70 F horn players auditioned, 24 were accepted. Congratulations to senior Clare Griffin, who not only was accepted into an all state group for the second year in a row (received a perfect 100 on her audition), but also was seated at the top of her section!
Shortly before she attended the conference all state festival, we learned that senior Clare Griffin also was accepted as a member of the NAfME all Eastern symphony orchestra! The group is made up of the best high school musicians in the northeastern USA. In order to even be considered, you have to be a member of your all state ensemble, and you have to submit a video audition with your application. Clare will perform with this group April 13-16 in Rochester. Congratulations!
Finally, I wish everyone in this auditorium a very Merry Christmas and happy new year. May you enjoy all that the holidays have to offer with those you treasure the most."
National Honor Society
Youth to Youth / Interact Club, Submitted by HCS Student
The members of the High School Youth to Youth/Interact Club recently met with the Partnership for Ontario County’s program, the Coalition for Suicide Prevention, a group dedicated to preventing suicide in our community by spreading mental health awareness through education, support, and hope. Y2Y/Interact Club donated 150 dollars to the Coalition. The Coalition's most recent endeavor has been working with Find Your Anchor, a nonprofit organization whose mission, similar to the Coalition for Suicide Prevention, is aimed at suicide prevention, awareness, and education. They accomplished their mission through anchor boxes - small, blue boxes decorated with an anchor sticker filled with various materials and notes designed to offer support for those struggling with mental health and/or suicidal thoughts. Once launched, they will be located in schools, libraries, and social areas for those to own during recovery. These boxes can also be anonymously requested for yourself or gifted to those who could benefit. 97% of LGBTQIA+ youth admit they experience high-low levels of trauma symptoms – including suicidal thoughts, thus spreading awareness and destroying the stigma surrounding mental health is essential for students.
For those struggling, the National Suicide and Life Crisis hotline are open 24/7. Call or text 911 for support regarding mental health and suicidal thoughts.
For more information on anchor boxes, visit https://findyouranchor.us/Boxes for more details.HCS Intramural Programs
December Elementary Intramural Programs
Below is a list of the intramural programs offered in December for elementary students in grades 3-5.
The programs are all free, before school (students take the early bus). Permission slips are sent out a week or so beforehand in classrooms.
Specific dates may be scheduled for certain grade levels, so please refer to the permission slip when sent home.
NYSPHSAA Names Scholar Athletes for Fall 2022
Notes from HCS AD and Kitchen Service Manager, Amiee Levesque
WINTER COACHES 2022-2023
- Mod Girls Basketball: Jenna Flynn jflynn@honeoye.org
- Mod Boys Basketball: Patti Morsheimer pmorsheimer@honeoye.org
- JV Girls Basketball: Sara Tompkins stompkins@honeoye.org
- Varsity Girls Basketball: Don Gardner dgardner@honeoye.org
- Varsity Boys Basketball: Robb Delisanti robbdelisanti@yahoo.com
- Mod Boys & Girls Indoor Track: Linda Piacente lpiacente@honeoye.org
- Varsity Girls Indoor Track: Pat Moran pmo@honeoye.org
- Varsity Boys Indoor track: Bob Stewart bstewart1@honeoye.org
- ModA Cheerleading: Karen Emmerling Karen.e.emmerling@gmail.com
- Varsity Cheerleading: Kathy Karle kwalsh@honeoye.org
- Boys Biddy Basketball: Rob Delisanti robbdelisanti@yahoo.com
- Girls Biddy Basketball: Don Gardner dgardner@honeoye.org
- Varsity Boys & Girls Bowling: Craig Vary cvary@honeoye.org
Athletics Schedules
- To view athletic schedules for the 2022-2023 season, you can click on the HCS website and then click Athletics.
- From there click the athletic calendar followed by the athletic schedules option.
- You can then individually click each sports team's schedule.
Families may find information about the following on the District Website link below...
- Athletics Registration
- Athletic Handbook
- Bulldog Gear Athletic Store
- Athletics Calendar
- APP Process
Food Service Information
To access the Food Service website for the Honeoye Central School District, do as follows:
- Click District Offices,
- Click on Food Service.
- Once on the Food Service page you can find any of the following: The Free & Reduced Meal application, Access to myschoolbucks (online lunch account funds) and lastly the monthly meal options/menu.
From The Desk Of . . . Michael D. Bastian, HCS Business Administrator
As we approach the December Holiday Recess and look forward to 2023, the HCS Business Office is gearing up for the 23-24 budget development season. In December, instructional staff and support staff supervisors were briefed on the budget development process and are in the process of building their department level budgets. In January, administrators and supervisors will submit their budgets to the Business Office for review and entry. Throughout January and February, an initial draft budget is developed and we also begin fleshing out revenue projections to support the 23-24 budget. The Governor’s Executive School Aid Runs come out in mid-January, and schools calculate, submit and announce their tax levy limit for 23-24 in February. The budget development process continues into March with two Budget Workshops, multiple drafts and the presentation of a final budget to the BOE on April 12th for adoption, followed by a Budget Hearing on May 3, 2023. A copy of our 2023-2024 Budget Development Timeline can be found within the “Budget” tab under the “District” menu on the HCS website or by clicking here.
Our facilities and operations departments (Transportation, Food Service and Buildings & Grounds) are all focused on seasonal processes and requirements. Buildings & Grounds and Transportation are prepared for winter weather and are committed to keeping our school grounds safe and accessible and our buses ready for safe winter driving. Our Food Service Department is looking forward to a few minor changes in the configuration of the serving line that we hope to have in place in the next few months. Be on the lookout for improved presentation and access to snacks and other items in the kitchen. Payroll Clerk Kate Hansen is busy in December and January with fiscal year wrap-up with state and federal taxes as we prepare employee W-2 forms, and our Accounts Payable clerk, Jean Manko, is engaged in ongoing purchasing and remittance work. We’re all looking forward to 2023 and wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Michael D. Bastian
HCS Business Administrator
For Your Continued Information and Access...
Safe School Helpline
How can I report information?
Call: 1-800-4-1-VOICE ext. 359
(1-800-418-6423 ext.359)
Text: 66746, TIPS
Online at: https://www.safeschoolhelpline.com/
Please watch the below video to learn more about the Safe School Helpline:
Intersection of Code of Conduct, DASA and Title IX
HCS Code of Conduct:
- Per SED, the Board of Education of every school district within New York State is required to adopt and amend, as appropriate, a Code of Conduct for the maintenance of order on school property, including a school function, which shall govern the conduct of students, teachers and other school personnel as well as visitors and shall provide for the enforcement thereof.
- Any and all student misconduct may be investigated and enforced under the district’s Code of Conduct. Investigation and enforcement of Code of Conduct violations is the responsibility of building level administration, and may be supported by a Dean of Students and/or other support staff.
- During the Spring of 2022, the HCS administration team invested dedicated time engaging in professional learning specific to student discipline for “higher level” offenses and calibrating responses to such. The Code of Conduct articulates the range of progressive dispositions for offenses, and we are striving for consistency in its application.
- The DASA legislation is intended to provide students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function. Please review the above link for more information on DASA.
- Protected classes in the DASA legislation include: race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, and sex.
- Behaviors outlined in DASA are also identified as prohibited student conduct within the HCS Code of Conduct (Section VIII, E4, E5 & E7). As such, any such misconduct may be investigated and enforced under the district’s Code of Conduct.
- Please report any DASA concerns as outlined below:
- Contact your building level administrator. Both Mrs. Pfluke and Mr. Schneckenburger welcome and encourage direct and open lines of communication with students and families.
- Tell a trusted adult, such as any member of the mental health staff or a teacher. School personnel are required to notify an administrator in the event of such a report.
- Complete the HCS Incident Reporting Form. Building principals actively monitor this tool for reports of peer conflict, misconduct, bullying, and/or harassment.
- District appointed DASA Coordinators conduct DASA investigations. Our HCS DASA Coordinators include the following staff members:
- Nate Schneckenburger, Secondary Principal
- Natalie Pfluke, Elementary Principal
- Andrea Johnson, School Psychologist
- Rachael Davis, School Psychologist
- While the DASA Coordinator may conduct the investigation, our building level administrators are responsible for disposition of any "founded" DASA complaint.
- Title IX is a federal law which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and provides, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Please review the above link for more information.
- In August 2020, the U.S. Department of Education adopted new regulations to revise the definition of sexual harassment prohibited under Title IX, and also created new procedures for investigating allegations of sexual harassment covered by Title IX.
- Behaviors outlined in Title IX are also identified as prohibited student conduct within the HCS Code of Conduct (Section VIII, E6). As such, any such misconduct may be investigated and enforced under the district’s Code of Conduct.
- Please note, however, in the event of a report of sexual harassment, the family of a student victim will be contacted by a district appointed Title IX Coordinator to discuss investigation options, time parameters for a formal Title IX investigation, and other considerations (such as confidentiality) of such an investigation.
- In the event a Title IX complaint is filed, the family of the alleged offender will also be contacted by district appointed Title IX Coordinator to discuss the investigation, time parameters and other considerations.
- Our HCS Title IX Coordinators include:
- Natalie Pfluke, Elementary Principal
- Nathan Schneckenburger, Secondary Principal
- Questions about Title IX information may be directed to the individuals named above or to titleixcoordinator@honeoye.org.
- Title IX concerns should be reported as previously outlined above (and reinforced here):
- Contact your building level administrator. Both Mrs. Pfluke and Mr. Schneckenburger welcome and encourage direct and open lines of communication with students and families. As Title IX Investigators, they also are “the lead” in any investigation and/or development of action steps to redress issues.
- Tell a trusted adult, such as any member of the mental health staff or a teacher. School personnel are required to notify an administrator in the event of such a report.
- Complete the HCS Incident Reporting Form. Building principals actively monitor this tool for reports of peer conflict, misconduct, bullying, and/or harassment.
- Building level administrators are responsible for the disposition of any "founded" Title IX complaint.
Go Guardian and Beacon Alerts
To support student safety and encourage scholarly behaviors when using devices, the Honeoye Central School District incorporated online services provided by GoGuardian a number of years ago. It may be helpful to know that over 10,000 other schools use GoGuardian to protect 5.5 million students across the world, and the Global Educator Institute has endorsed the GoGuardian Teacher product.
How are we using GoGuardian?
- HCS has chosen GoGuardian Beacon and GoGuardian Teacher services to:
- Help protect students against harmful and inappropriate online material
- Help students stay “scholarly” and more focused when learning online
- Help assess students’ progress towards class assignments
When and how does GoGuardian operate?
- GoGuardian’s web-based services operate on our school’s managed G Suite for Education Chrome accounts (i.e. when a student is logged into Chrome or a Chromebook with his/her school email address).
- GoGuardian Teacher enables teachers to use GoGuardian Teacher with students in their classes only during school hours from Monday through Friday.
- GoGuardian Beacon enables the district to monitor student usage 24/7. When Beacon detects that a student is browsing content related to Self-Harm or Suicide, a notification will be sent to users in order of the Escalation List up to five times or until an action is taken on the alert card. Disclaimer: Regardless of school monitoring specific to reference of self harm, it is simply not possible to catch all activity. Parents maintain responsibility to supervise their children’s use of devices.
What are the school’s responsibilities?
- HCS selected GoGuardian services to help our students stay safer and more scholarly online. We will work with students during class time to help teach them digital responsibility and safety. Additionally, we will train teachers about how to operate GoGuardian and about our policies and procedures to help protect student privacy.
What are my parental/guardian and child’s responsibilities?
- We ask that students uses their school-managed Google accounts and school-managed devices for educational purposes within the boundaries of the HCS Acceptable Use Policy and Agreement.
- When a student is off campus, parents are responsible for supervising internet access and usage. We encourage you to discuss rules for appropriate internet usage with your child, and to reinforce lessons of digital citizenship and safety with him or her. We also highly encourage you to report any potential cyberbullying or other sensitive issues to us.
How does GoGuardian help protect my child’s privacy?
- To help your child remain scholarly and safe online, GoGuardian collects certain personally identifiable information about your child.
- GoGuardian has consulted with privacy experts, participates in privacy organizations, is a proud signatory of the Student Privacy Pledge, and has been awarded certifications by iKeepSafe for complying with both the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act and California student privacy laws. For more detailed information about GoGuardian, you may visit GoGuardian’s website, Trust & Privacy Center, GoGuardian’s Product Privacy Policy, and the attached COPPA Notice and Disclosure Form.
Help Wanted: Substitutes Spanning Instructional and Operational Areas
The Honeoye Central School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is currently seeking to hire SUBSTITUTES in the following areas:
• School Nurse
• Teachers
• Teacher Assistants
• Monitors (Hall/Cafeteria/Transportation)
• Bus Drivers
• Cleaners
• Food Service Workers
Please complete the application on the Ontario County Civil Service Employment Portal.
- Web address: https://ontario-portal.mycivilservice.com
For Questions, Contact:
- Jennifer Green Phone: (585) 229-5171, Email: jennifer.green@honeoye.org
Links:
- Civil Service Application (164.98 KB)
- Substitute Posting (22.97 KB)
Partnering with PTA
Board of Education Visits to HCS
February 9 - ES BOE Visit
March 9 -MSHS BOE Visit
2022-23 Board of Education Meetings
BOE Meeting Dates, 6:30 @LGI
September 7
September 21 (Auditor's Report)
October 12
November 2,
November 16
December 7
January 4
January 18
February 1
February 15
March 1
March15 (Budget focus)
April 12 (Budget focus)
April 26 (Board Adoption of Tax Rate)
May 3 (Budget Hearing)
May 17 (Budget Vote)
June 7
How to Reach Me...
Email: bridget.ashton@honeoye.org
Website: https://www.honeoye.org/
Location: 8528 Main Street, Honeoye, NY, USA
Phone: 585-229-4110
Twitter: @EBridgetAshton