Regents Examinations Cancelled
New York’s high school Regents exams scheduled for January have been canceled because of the surge in coronavirus cases, the state Education Department said Tuesday.
The January 2022 administration of the High School Regents Examination Program is cancelled due to the ongoing COVID–19 pandemic, State Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa announced Tuesday. This cancellation applies to all Regents Examinations that had been scheduled for the January 2022 Regents Examination period. No decisions have been made regarding the June and August 2022 administrations of Regents Examinations or any other State assessment programs. More Information Linked here
Statement From County Executive Ed Day
As we prepare to gather with family and friends this week and next the Rockland County Department of Health continues to urge everyone to follow the CDC’s recommended public health prevention measures to help slow the spread of COVID-19:
• Wear a mask that fully covers your nose and mouth and secure it under your chin when indoors.
• Stay 6 feet away from others not within your household.
• Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. If the weather permits and it’s not too cold, open the windows and door for more ventilation.
• Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze by using your elbow or a tissue.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Stay home if you are sick.
And please, remember kindness and compassion as we navigate the holidays and the coming days of winter. The last 21 months have been difficult for us all and creating conflict with business owners or their employees that are just trying to follow New York State rules is not helpful.
Remote Academy Enrollment - Deadline Jan 14, 2022
Academy learners are really having a blast this year. It's been so fun navigating our virtual school's first year by growing, adapting, and excelling academically and emotionally #NRTogether!
Throughout the first semester the Academy's online classes have helped to limit sensory overload for certain learners, let them re-watch lessons if needed, and provided opportunities for deep dives into their evolving interests -- all during regular school hours like their in person peers, which is when students are most productive. Many of them have discovered they can better focus on their education and extracurricular activities. We are so proud to be able to offer this remote option to the students and families of NRCSD!
Enrollment Deadline Announcement
If you're interested in enrolling your child for the second semester please email Principal Jim Mulligan - jmulligan@northrockland.org. The deadline for enrollment for the second semester is January 14, 2022.
The District is adjusting the time commitment for all students who enrolled in the Remote Academy . Families can choose to either stay with the Remote Academy for the entire year or return to in-person schooling after the District's Spring Recess.
Please do not send your child to school sick.
Symptoms of Covid include:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
Students will be sent home for any one of the above symptoms, and will not be permitted to return without a negative Covid test or a letter from their Healthcare provider stating an alternative diagnosis. This applies to both vaccinated and unvaccinated students.
Please do not send your child to school if you are awaiting the results of a PCR Covid test. Students should remain home until results are received.
If your child has been exposed, or has tested positive, please let their school know as soon as possible.
If your child has tested positive, they will need a clearance note from their Healthcare Provider in order to return to school after their isolation period is over. A follow up negative test, or release letter from the Department of Health is not acceptable.
If your child is fully vaccinated (greater than 2 weeks after their second vaccine), they are not required to quarantine if they are exposed to Covid. However, please continue to monitor them closely for symptoms. If any symptoms develop, please keep them home and follow up with their Healthcare Provider.
Please remind your children to follow safety protocols in school, which include mask wearing and social distancing.
All-County Music Festival Hosted at North Rockland
Saturday January 26th North Rockland is hosting the All-County Music Festival
As of now it is still on but we’ll be analyzing data and speaking with local musical educators throughout the county should our plans change we will inform you shortly after the break.
West Haverstraw and Haverstraw Elementary Winter Wonderland
Feliz Navidad! Feliz Navidad! Feliz Navidad!
Próspero año y felicidad
We hosted our final Winter Wonderland blitz
We've now completed our holiday wish list
We wished everyone a merry Christmas
From the bottom of our heart!
With a little help from the PAW Patrol -- who arrived via a brigade of firetrucks -- learner's climbed aboard the Polar Express tonight and caroled along at West Haverstraw and Haverstraw Elementary School's shared drive through Winter Wonderland celebration!
Inflatable frosty friends, twinkling lights, a merry choir and band of teachers and principals, and a sleigh full of lollipops, gumdrops and candy canes distributed by Mr. and Mrs. Claus, greeted students as they drove through the wonderland of snow. It was such a fun and bright night of celebrating filled with incredible music, laughter and cheer.
We loved spending the time and making wonderful memories #NRTogether at these events over the last two weeks. Special thanks to everyone involved in bringing our Winter Wonderland festivals to life!
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Charlie Brown at the Haverstraw Center
"It's not what's under the Christmas tree that matters, it's who's around it" - Charlie Brown
NRCSD's Academy of Art student's annual winter lawn displays are bringing the magic of the holidays to our community!
Just like years past, our gifted artist's involved the local NR community in the beloved display’s theme selection process. The children at the Haverstraw Community Center voted to choose "The Peanuts" as this year’s muses to be displayed on their front lawn.
They were all truly inspired by what the story of Charlie Brown's Christmas Tree teaches us.. that if you treat even the worst looking, scrawny, sickly, rejected, most annoying tree (or person) with a little bit of tender love, care, and kindness that they can blossom into something really beautiful.
Bringing each character from imagination into being was no small feat for our incredible artists! The vibrant masterpieces have all been cut out, brought to life with dazzling lights and are currently set up front and center at the Haverstraw Community Center.
Stop by and catch a glimpse for yourself with those who really matter to you. For as you will find as you get older Red Raiders, the most cherished holiday gifts and memories do not come from a store -- and that's the true meaning of the season.
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Taking on Kindergarten in NR
NRCSD's youngest students are navigating a new world.
"We have a lot of support," Miguelina Lopez said, pointing to programs in the district's three K-3 schools. "From the beginning of school year, we begin to orient students to the business of doing school."
A kinesthetic learning lab, a special room full of activities that help polish motor development, brain breaks, integrating physical activity, perception surveys and adding additional developmental measures are some of the ways #NorthRockland is helping and supporting our kindergarteners to get them on track.
Thank you to Journal News/lohud reporter Nancy Cutler for speaking with our District about how pandemic-interrupted early childhood experiences have impacted kindergarten readiness.
FLEP Graduation 2021-22
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step"
157 North Rockland Central School District English Language Learners (ENL) just completed an important step towards laying the groundwork for the rest of their academic career.
Through hard work and determination each of these students has now officially reached the highest level of English proficiency in the 2021 New York State Assessment for ENL!
In small and intimate ceremonies, learners, their families and teachers were invited to breakfast celebration ceremonies where NR's Administration Team recognized the student's milestones in Willow Grove, Farley and Haverstraw Elementary Schools with honorary certificates.
"We appreciate the unwavering support that our families, teachers, support staff, and administrators provide our students on their learning journey!" said Exec Director of K-6 Curriculum & ELL Services Miguelina Lopez. "We are so very proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing them reach new academic accomplishments!"
Congratulations to all! Keep believing and you'll keep achieving Red Raiders. There's so much we can accomplish NR Together.
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Athletic Contests
Green New Years Resolutions
1. Recycle & Reuse More
Besides recycling through your curbside recycling bin, think outside the box! Try repurposing or reusing items you would normally discard like holiday cards! you can cut the cover off and reuse again!
2. Use the Re-Usable Shopping Bags
In order for the reusable shopping bags to do any good, they have to be used! Keep them in the trunk of your car to use whenever you need.
3. Think Local
Doing business locally not only helps our local economy to bloom, but also reduces the carbon footprint we are making on Mother Earth. Lessening your commute can save money, as well as provide more opportunities for walking or biking and getting in touch with the outdoors.
5. Try Second-Hand
Instead of buying books, borrow them from a friend, use the library or try out books swap. Second-hand clothes are money-savers and earth-friendly, especially for growing kids. When your kids outgrow their clothes, pass them on to a family in need, a thrift store, or find another way to recycle the clothing and textiles.
NR Comes Through for Toys for Tots!
Heading into the holidays this year US Toy makers sounded the alarm about the global shipping crisis and labor shortages limiting their ability to keep stores stocked throughout the shopping season and in turn reducing the amount of toys available for donation. But we proved this could not stop the giving at NRCSD!
Hundreds upon hundreds of toys were collected at North Rockland High School and Fieldstone Middle School to be donated to Marine Corps League Rockland County Detachment Toys for Tots by our students and school community for those in need in NR! Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this year merry and bright for the children of our community NR Strong. We are always amazed at the things we can accomplish NR Together!
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