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Berlin Central School District Pre-K Registration

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The proposed 2014-2015 school budget includes funding for a district-wide pre-kindergarten (Pre-K) program for resident children who reach the age of four on or before December 1, 2014. Transportation for the program will be provided for all eligible Pre-K students by the school district.

The program is provided by Questar III, the Berlin Central School District and partners in collaboration with Capital District Beginnings. The site location is the Berlin Elementary School and students follow the Berlin School calendar for attendance and the building arrival and dismissal times – approximately 8:40 am and 3:10 pm.

This comprehensive and enriched program utilizes the NYS Pre-K Foundation for the Common Core program and the Creative Curriculum to focus on child centered activities, development of strong foundational skills in early literacy and numeracy, social interaction and kindergarten readiness skills.

Families of eligible children are asked to register their child by calling Questar III directly for a registration packet at 396-3520.  Directions on how to complete the process will be provided in the packet, and the completed packet must be returned to Questar III by May 23 for consideration in the program. Families must provide a copy of documentation to show proof of residency, a birth or baptismal certificate and, if applicable, custody/guardian  papers prior to final enrollment in the program. Once the packet is received by Questar III, a letter of receipt will follow with more information regarding registration, Pre-K screening, parent/guardian orientation, etc.

If your child meets the eligibility requirements stated above and you would like a packet mailed to you, please contact Questar III at 396-3520.  If you have any questions regarding residency, contact the Berlin Elementary School at 658-2127, ext. 200.

The New Lebanon Foundation Trivia Night

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submitted by Susan Bues, New Lebanon Foundation 

The New Lebanon Foundation will launch its 2014 fundraising campaign with a Trivia Night on Friday, April 25, from 7 to 9 pm at the New Lebanon Junior/Senior High School on Route 22 in New Lebanon. Test your trivia knowledge!  Bring your team of up to six family members and friends, or join a team on the spot. Door prizes, a Silent Auction and a 50/50 Raffle will add to the evening’s entertainment.  For additional information please call Barbara Ruhe at 518-794-9490.  The cost is $10 per person.  All proceeds benefit the Arts and Humanities program for New Lebanon Central School children.

Beryl Moul Scholarship

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The Beryl H. Moul Memorial Grange Scholarship was established in 1958 by West Sand Lake Grange #949 in memory of prominent Grange Member Beryl H. Moul.  Applicants must be Rensselaer County residents (for at least 4 years) and must be accepted in an accredited 2 or 4 year college program in New York State and pursuing a career in agriculture, home economics, nursing, natural resource management, environmental engineering or pharmacology.

The application includes an official high school transcript, and the deadline is May 1.  The application and instructions can be found at any Rensselaer County High School Guidance Office or at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County website at www.ccerensselaer.org under teen opportunities.  For questions please contact the CCE office of Rensselaer County at 272-4210.

HFCS Teachers’ Beards Benefit Scholarship

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by Bea Peterson

It began with No Shave November and ended March 27. In November a few teachers and many of the students participated in growing beards as part of a cancer awareness program. Most of the boys shaved their beards off to participate in sports. However, Hoosick Falls Central School math teacher William (Bill) Clairmont, art teacher Robert (Rob) Viera and eighth grade math teacher Damien Bundrick made a pact to keep their beards growing. Viera even let his hair grow. They knew they would shave them off at some point, but they hadn’t determined a cause.

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HFCS District Experienced A Difficult Week

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by Alex Brooks

The March 20 meeting of the Hoosick Falls School Board, Superintendent Ken Facin began his Superintendent’s report saying that the District had experienced a difficult week, with the passing of Bus Driver Harold “Hoss” Jones and beloved math teacher Isabel McGuire in the same week. [Read more…] about HFCS District Experienced A Difficult Week

Facin Named 2014 Champion Of Character

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submitted by Judy Frost, Public Information Specialist, Hoosick Falls CSD 

Hoosick Falls Central School District Superintendent Kenneth Facin has been named a 2014 Champion of Character by the Academy for Character Education at the Sage Colleges. Facin is being recognized for his exemplary leadership and dedication as a school administrator committed to fostering positive character development in the community’s youth.

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Berlin FCCLA Students Attend Leadership Conference

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FCCLA students across the New York State were mesmerized by speaker Jacy Good as she told of the tragic loss of her parents and her miraculous recovery from a car accident caused by a teen using a cell phone.  Another speaker, brought to the group by the National Safety Council, was Marianne Angelillo from Skaneateles,  NY, author of ”Sharing My Stones,” who talked of turning her grief into a campaign for awareness for teens and parents trying to prevent underage drinking.

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St. Mary’s Academy Builds The Eagles Nest Summer 2014

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St. Mary’s Academy is excited to announce the formation of “The Eagles’ Nest” Summer Program. Our summer program will offer weekly themed programs in which students will be challenged to continue to enrich their academic knowledge through hands on activities, crafts, and play. The programs will group children by age and encourage them to continue growing in their ability to work with one another, assuming responsibilities, and to follow the Catholic faith.

PreK-2nd Grade (Beagles-“Baby Eagles”) – Continue to provide enrichment in letter and number recognition, hand writing, sight words, fluency in reading, etc. Children will participate in circle time, games, crafts, exercises, nap/rest (PreK), story time, and hands on activities.

3rd-5th Grade (Eagles) — Continue to provide enrichment in math (multiplication, division focus), reading fluency,hand writing, science and social studies topics through hands on activities, games, crafts, exercise, and story time.

The program will be offered from 7:30 to 4:30 daily beginning June 23 and ending August 22. Registration will be offered on a weekly, daily and hourly scale. Afternoon snacks will be provided and campers should bring their own lunch.  The cost for five full days a week is be $120.

Please contact Principal, Maureen Daurio at 518-686-4314 or mjdauriosma@gmail.com for more information.

St. Mary’s Academy Fish Fry Fridays Are Back

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St. Mary’s Academy is once again holding its famous Fish Fry Fridays. Every Friday through Lent you can buy a full fish fry dinner with a bun, French fries, homemade coleslaw and a homemade dessert for just $9. If you would prefer, we also have a macaroni and cheese dinner with the same delicious sides for $5.

Dinner is served at the Immaculate Conception Church Hall in Hoosick Falls every Friday from 5 to 7 pm, and this year, we have added a lunch time option beginning at noon. All proceeds go to benefit St. Mary’s Academy. Thank you in advance – your continued support is greatly appreciated.