To the Editor:
On Monday, June 10, my family and I attended our daughters eighth grade moving up ceremony at Berlin Middle School. Although it was a wonderful event and many students were recognized for their efforts, it was a shame that the students who excelled in the advanced classes of algebra and science, taking ninth grade classes, were not mentioned. This was a time of recognition, and they were left out. Below is a list of those students who deserve to be congratulated for their efforts and outstanding work throughout the school year.
Those students are:
Alyssa Bierwirth
Emma Bowen
Alexander Flowers
Sarah Jean French
Samantha Hebert
Elysia Mars
Taylor Meyer
Ioann Popov
Christina Shupe
Congratulations to all of you with this outstanding achievement!
Sincerely
Stoney Bierwirth
Stillman Village Road,
Petersburgh
School News
St. Mary’s Academy Pre-K Expands Its Program
St. Mary’s Academy proudly announces the expansion of its Pre-k Program to five days a week. Early drop-off and after care available until 6 pm. Our program is structured around a consistent daily routine that includes story time, outdoor play, art, music, gym, snack time and rest time. A full lunch and breakfast program is available. Contact Principal Maureen Daurio at 686-4314 for more details and to arrange a tour. [Read more…] about St. Mary’s Academy Pre-K Expands Its Program
Terri Burdick’s Class – Television Stars
by Bea Peterson
In March Elaine Houston of Channel 13 Television News visited Mrs. Terri Burdick’s third grade class at HFCS. Burdick was chosen as one of the station’s Teachers of the Week. Two weeks ago she and the other Teachers of the Week were honored at a dinner as well. The segment on Mrs. Burdick was shown on Channel 13 in April.
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Sharon Sigot Honored As PTA Founders’ Day Award Winner
The Hoosick Falls Central School PTA annually seeks nominations to honor community members who make outstanding contributions to the well being of children and youth. This year’s award recipient was Sharon Sigot, an active participant in the HFCS PTA and a Girl Scout leader for over 15 years.
Sigot was honored at the PTA’s year end celebration on June 6. In addition to her recognition as someone who makes a difference in our community, Sigot was awarded $100 to give to a children’s association/organization of her choice. She chose her award to go to the Hoosick Falls Girl Scout Service Unit 155.
Mrs. Sigot was nominated by Joyce Brewer, a PTA member at HFCS and fellow Girl Scout leader, who said, “Sharon is the most inspirational person I know. I can always rely on Sharon to encourage kids to be their best and do their best. She has been very active in the school and programs through the school. Sharon pays attention and offers to help with anything she can. Be it chorus, cheerleading or the Open House, Sharon is there giving 110%. Sharon does it out of true love for the children and for our community.”
The PTA Founders’ Day (February 17, 1897) is the story of a group of lay people, a few thousand at first, now millions throughout the land, who make it their task to build a world of happy promise for children. In observing Founders’ Day, members pay tribute to the founders and to other PTA leaders. Recipients of this award are recognized as people who carry on that “happy promise for children.”
Past recipients of this PTA award are Kenneth Baker, Terri Burdick, Cathy Corcoran, Jim Cormier, Bill Gaillard, Dawn Gilbert, Joseph Holloway, Penny Holmes, Jason Jansen, Steve Johnson, Helen Levandowski, Leo McGuire, Lillian Mitchie, the staff at Morning Star Daycare and Preschool, T.J. Rasmus, Frank Redden, Virginia Skorupski, Ike Stevens, Marion Stevens, Greg Wilson, Aelish Nealon, Helen Hemendinger, Dale Ninivaggi and Father Tom Zelker.
HFCS Exchange Students Visit The U.S. Capitol
BCS Class Of 2013 Valedictorian And Salutatorian
Andrew Zlotnick – Valedictorian
Andrew Zlotnick, son of Andy and Joan Zlotnick of Petersburgh, is this year’s Valedictorian of the Class of 2013 at Berlin High School. From his academics to his athletic and musical talents, Andrew has been a leader in the Berlin School community. [Read more…] about BCS Class Of 2013 Valedictorian And Salutatorian
Taconic Valley Summer Soccer Practice Begins
For those boy JV and Varsity soccer players who are playing in the summer soccer league, practice will be next Tuesday, June 25, at the Berlin Elementary School field from 6 to 7:30 pm.
BCS Sports Award Night
by David Flint
Winning the trophies for Most Outstanding Athlete at the Berlin High School Sports Awards Night on Monday evening were Maria Gordon and Sakan Sadowsky.
Athletic Director Art Schmick recognized Gordon as a “hard worker,” an outstanding soccer player who also played a vital role in varsity basketball. She was MVP on both teams. She also made Central Hudson Valley League First Team in both sports and was named the League’s Most Valuable Player in soccer. She was also the first girl in Berlin’s history to make All-State in girls soccer.
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HFCS Graduation 2013 Schedule
Baccalaureate
Baccalaureate will be held on Wednesday, June 19, at the First United Church, Presbyterian at 130 Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Baccalaureate will begin at 7 pm and graduates are expected to be there by 6:45 pm wearing their graduation gown.
Awards Night
Awards Night will be held on Thursday, June 20, at 7 pm at Hoosick Falls Central School in the auditorium. The seniors do not wear their graduation gowns for this but should be in dress clothes. All students attending the ceremony must attend a mandatory rehearsal at 1 pm on June 20. All seniors must report back to the school by 6:15 pm.
Graduation
Graduation will be held on Friday, June 21, at 7 pm on the football field at Hoosick Falls Central School, weather permitting. All graduating seniors must report to the school at 10 am for set up and rehearsal. This is a mandatory rehearsal. A lunch will follow. All students must report back to the school at 5 pm for a picture and line up. They are to adhere to the dress code and wear their cap and gown. Graduation begins promptly at 7 pm.
Remaining Final Exams At HFCS
submitted June 7
Friday, June 14
Music 8 8:15-10:15
Earth Science – R 8:15-11:15
English 9 8:15-11:15
Spanish 2 12:15-2:15
Alg 2 / Trig – R 12:15-3:15
RCT Math 12:15-3:15
Monday, June 17
Studio Art 7:45-9:45
Forensics 9:45-11:15
RCT Global Studies 8:15-11:15
Meteorology 8:15-10:15
Microsoft Office 8:15-11:15
Spanish 3 12:15-2:15
RCT Reading 12:15-3:15
Tuesday, June 18
Chemistry – R 8:15-11:15
RCT U.S. History 12:15-3:15
Wednesday, June 19
Geometry – R 8:15-11:15
RCT in Science 12:15-3:15
Thursday, June 20
RCT in Writing 8:15-11:15
Transportation
Three bus runs will take place during the two finals weeks:
• 11:30 am – full run home for grade 7-12 students taking morning exams;
• 2:15 pm – run home for grades 7-12 students completing local final examinations;
• 4:15 pm – run home for grades 7-12 students completing NYS Regents examinations.
The 4:15 pm run can be used for students staying for review and extra help.
The cafeteria will be open for breakfast from 7:25 to 7:45 am and lunch from 10:50 am to 12:40 pm.