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Vol. 2016-2017 No. 9 May 2017
Jaguar Jottings
Your Johnsburg Central School Newsletter
Superintendent’s
Corner
Report Cards
Third Quarter Report Cards are Out
By now you should have received your child’s
third quarter report card. This report card is the
most important one of the year. It is an
opportunity to see what your child needs to do to
finish the year successfully. Does your child
need to study hard to maintain academic success
or are they in jeopardy of failing and need to
study harder to make sure they are passing all
their classes? The fourth quarter work will
determine their final grades and what will go on
their transcript, so it is extremely important they
stay on top of their grades.
If you are asking yourself what you can do to
help your child, it is very simple. Have a
conversation with them. If they are doing well,
let them know you are proud of them and tell
them to keep up the great work. It may not seem
like they are listening, but deep down, they will
hear what you are telling them. If they are not
doing well and are in danger of failing, you can
still do something. Take a look at School Tool
to see how your child’s grades have gotten to
this point. Is it because of low test scores or not
handing in homework? Make an appointment
with Ms. Kokoletsos and your child’s teacher.
Once you know the issue, help your student
change it. Make sure they study hard for their
remaining tests and start checking homework.
Do what you have to do as a parent before the
end of the school year. Lastly, find out what
happens if your child does not pass the
class/grade. It is important to have this
knowledge in order to make informed decisions.
New Policy: No Animals on School
Property/Grounds
The Board of Education has passed a new policy
prohibiting animals on school property/grounds.
This is in response to our insurance company’s
recommendation. They are seeing an increase of
people bringing their pets to public events. A
copy of the policy is included in this edition of
the Jottings.
Saying Goodbye
On April 10th the Board of Education accepted
Patty Morehouse’s Letter of Intent to Retire.
Mrs. Morehouse has been the Secretary to the
Superintendent for the last 17 years and has
done an incredible job. I wish her the best in
retirement and thank her for everything she has
done over the years for me, staff, students, and
community.
2017-2018 Budget Presentation/Vote
Presentation – Monday, May 8th @ 6PM Rm.
126
Vote – Tuesday, May 16th @ 12N-8PM
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Principal’s Message
“Standing Together”
Senior Yana Kinblom started a girls’ club
call “Standing Together.” She currently has
19 girls in her club. The girls are in grades
7-12, meet at least twice/month, and
participate in team building activities. Mrs.
Maura Fox is the group advisor. Yana
recently applied for and received a grant
from Adirondack Foundation for $650 to be
used for her group activities. Mrs. Flanagan
recently attended an event and had a great
time bowling with the girls.
“Standing Together” Girls’ Club bowling
in Lake George
Lost & Found
Is your child missing some clothing items? Have
them check Lost & Found in the area across
from the nurse’s office.
NYS Math 3-8 Testing
The NYS Math test will be given on Tuesday,
May 2 and Thursday, May 4.
NYS Science 4 & 8 Testing
Science 8 Written Exam - June 5
Performance Exam - May 26 & 30.
Science 4 Written Exam - June 5
Performance Exam - May 24.
Buy a Brick Program
To help raise money for our outdoor
classroom, JCS has started a brick
campaign. Personally engraved bricks will
be placed on the floor in the pavilion. Go to
www.bricksrus.com/order/jcs to place an on-
line order, pick up an order form in the
principal’s office, or see the attachments to
this newsletter.
“Raise the Roof”
The “Raise the Roof” fundraising campaign
continues to go well. Thanks to those who
have helped out, purchased items, or
donated to the cause. Jaguar spirit items
will be for sale at basketball games and in
the principal’s office throughout the school
year. Stop by and take a look!
Check out our Johnsburg Central School
page on Facebook.
https://facebook.com/JohnsburgCentralSchool/
Cafeteria Rules
Respect All Others
Eat Your Food
Clean Up After Yourself
Stay In Your Seat
Talk Quietly
Raise Your Hand
Use Your Manners
Walk
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Guidance Counseling
News
College Acceptances
Savanna Berg has been accepted to Siena
College, SUNY Oswego, and the University
of New England.
Brittney Davis has been accepted to SUNY
Adirondack, Clinton Community College
and the University of Maine at Presque Isle.
Courtney Davis has been accepted to
SUNY Adirondack.
Darian Fonda has been accepted to SUNY
Adirondack.
Megan Fuller has been accepted to SUNY
Adirondack.
Yana Kinblom has been accepted to SUNY
Adirondack.
Kersten Mason has been accepted to Siena
College, College of St. Rose, St. Lawrence
University, Cazenovia College, and Wells
College.
Annabelle Millington has been accepted to
SUNY Potsdam, Herkimer County
Community College, SUNY Adirondack,
and Fulton Montgomery Community
College.
Amara Mitchell has been accepted to
SUNY Adirondack, St. Lawrence
University, and Elmira College.
Jimmy Morris has been accepted to SUNY
Stony Brook, SUNY Cortland, SUNY
Brockport, Clarkson University, Fordham
University, King’s College, St. John Fisher
College, Colby-Sawyer College, Siena
College, Le Moyne College, University of
Maine, and Johnson and Wales College.
Nikole Tucker has been accepted to SUNY
Adirondack and New England Culinary
Institute.
SunnieLee Tucker has been accepted to
SUNY Adirondack.
Tammie Wilson has been accepted to
SUNY Adirondack.
Sebastian Wood has been accepted to
SUNY Delhi.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
New York State Achievement and
Investment in Merit Scholarship (NY-
AIMS) – provides $500 renewable, merit-
based scholarships to New York State high
school graduates who achieved academic
excellence as a high school student and
enroll or plan to enroll in a public or private
New York State college immediately after
high school. Applications will be available
in May 2017 at the link below:
https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-
college/financial-aid/types-of-financial-
aid/nys-grants-scholarships-awards/nys-
achievement-and-investment-in-merit-
scholarship-ny-aims.html
2017-2018 Crary Scholarship – Seniors
applying to college, vocational or trade
school are encouraged to apply for this
renewable scholarship at
www.craryfoundation.org. The Adjusted
Family Income limit for applicants is
$80,000. The deadline to apply is May 1,
2017.
The Hudson Mohawk Area Health
Education Center Scholarship – Ten
scholarships for $500 will be awarded to
each high school senior entering an
approved healthcare related program.
Priority will be given to applicants living in
either medically underserved areas or health
professional shortage areas. Applications
are in Ms. Kokoletsos’ office. The deadline
to apply is 12:00 noon on Monday, May 1,
2017.
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JUNIORS!!!!
SAT I and SAT Subject Tests
The SAT I and SAT Subject Tests will be
administered on May 6, 2017 at Johnsburg
Central School starting at 8AM. The deadline to
register to avoid paying a late fee was April 7,
2017. You can register on-line at
www.collegeboard.com. You must upload your
picture when you register. Bring photo ID,
admission ticket, pencils and an acceptable
calculator on exam day. The list of acceptable
and prohibited calculators are located at
http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/calculator-
policy.
ACT
The ACT with Writing and ACT without
Writing will be offered at JCS on June 10, 2017.
Juniors, if this is the first time taking the
ACT, I recommend registering for the ACT
with Writing. Testing begins at 8AM. The
deadline to register to avoid paying a late fee is
May 5, 2017. You can register on-line at
www.ACT.org. You must upload your picture
when registering. Bring photo ID, admission
ticket, pencils and an acceptable calculator on
exam day. There is a list of approved and
prohibited calculators at
http://www.actstudent.org/faq/calculator.html
SELECTIVE SERVICE/
DRAFT REGISTRATION
All male citizens of the United States are
required to register with the Selective Service
within 30 days of their 18th birthday. Registration forms are available at the post
office or at www.sss.gov. Federal financial aid
programs for college will be withheld from
students who fail to comply.
JCS HONOR SOCIETIES
The Gore Mountain Chapters of Junior
National Honor Society and Senior Honor
Society Inductions are set to take place on
May 11, 2017 at 6 p.m. in the Johnsburg
Central School gymnasium, with
refreshments to follow. Students must have
an 85 (Jr.) or 88 (Sr.) cumulative average to
be eligible for National Honor Society.
Applicants are chosen based on their level of
citizenship, leadership, scholarship, and
service to the school and community.
New student inductees for the 2017-2018
school year are as follows:
Senior Honor Society:
Ava Anderson, Thomas Fuller, Novalee
Gadway and Ken Mulvey
Junior Honor Society:
Jennie Allen, Helena Williams, June
McCarthy, Ryan Morris, Clayton Schmale,
Phoebe Glover, and Hunter Mulvey
These students join an impressive group of
present members.
If you have any questions regarding Senior
National Honor Society inductions, please
contact advisor, Shannon Stone
[email protected]. Any questions
regarding Junior National Honor Society
inductions, please contact advisor, Rachel
Brower [email protected]
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Did You Know….??
April PreK-6 Students of the Month:
… Mason Cleveland, Trinity Millington,
Gracie Morse, Lauren Cleveland, Aalijah
McNeil, Maggie Pratt, Logan Townsend,
Amelia Perez, Carly Davis, Kali Hayes,
Chase Denno, Alene Tabano, Riley Sprague,
Eric Mason, Eloise Noel, Matthew Towne,
and Brian Hewitt
Specials: Library – Gabriella Ofori
Physical Education – Amari Trent and Lucia
Williams
Music – Maeghan McKinney
Art – Tristin Campbell
Computers – Lydia Pierson
Book Totals: . . . For March students in grades K-3 read
1,008 Books! That is the most books read in
one month so far this year!! The new total is
4,369 books read so far! Students are
getting closer to reaching their goal of 6,000
books read for the school year.
Jr./Sr. National Honor
Society Induction
Ceremony
Thursday, May 11, 2017
JCS Gymnasium
6:00PM
Scholarship, Citizenship,
Leadership, Character,
Service
***
New members of the JCS
Wall of Fame will also be
recognized on this
evening.
Refreshments to follow
induction ceremony
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May Music Department Happenings
Students to Participate in the NYSSMA Solo Festival at Queensbury HS
Ms. Cole and Mr. Garrett are pleased to announce the following students who will be participating at this
year’s Zone 7 NYSSMA festival at Queensbury HS. Students will be performing classical and
contemporary vocal and instrumental solos. Higher level soloists are entered into the pool of candidates
for Area All State and Conference All State festivals held next year. This year, the following students are
participating:
Jennie Allen, Charlize Bernard, Lillian Bland, HarLee Bradway, Maddison Bromley, Michael Brouthers,
Madison Buck, Mia Connelly, Cassandra Dunbar, Ethan Dunbar, Adrianna Dunkley, Sierra Dunkley,
Thomas Fuller, Novalee Gadway, Phoebe Glover, Emma Hagadorn, Haley Mason, Nicholas Millington,
Sheridan Millington, Gage Morris, Julia Morris, Mackenzie Mulligan, Scott Patton Jr., Gabe Powers,
Clayton Schmale, Aileen Stevens, Katelyn Tennyson, Alexander Thomas, Madison Vaus, Isabelle Waite,
Nicholas Watson, Anthonie West, and Caroline Williams.
Cast of “Willy Wonka” Participates in Tannery Pond’s
Best of the Best Musical Revue
On Wednesday, April 5th, the cast of “Willy Wonka” participated in the first annual Best of the Best
Musical Revue, sponsored by a grant from the Charles Wood Theatre. JCS joined Schroon Lake Central
School’s cast of “Beauty and the Beast” for a wonderful night of musical theater. Students performed 30
minutes of highlights from each of their shows, and were presented with an award and reception by The
Tannery Pond Community Center. Students were able to interact with other student Thespians and enjoy
the stellar performances from a neighboring school. It was a great night for everyone involved.
THE CAST AND CREW OF “WILLY WONKA” THANK YOU FOR YOUR
SUPPORT OF OUR PRODUCTION!
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Announcing Third Quarter 0-3 Days Attendance
Honor Rolls (*) Indicates Perfect Attendance
Pre-K
Ms. Eichler & Mrs. Glode: Olivia Owens and Logen May
Kindergarten
Mrs. Knickerbocker: Jameson May, Austin Lupo, and Isla Lewis
Mrs. Brower: Eli Harvey, Gracie Morse, Evelynn Noel, and Tailyn Millington
Grade 1
Mrs. Webb: Norah Caselli, Sofia Hodgson, Timothy Riley, Ryan Fink, Ryder Olesheski, Abbey Perryman,
and Vanessa Donohue
Mrs. Bedard: Cole Millington
Grade 2
Mrs. McKenna:
*Quinn Selleck, *Luke Volcheck, Colin Morris, Connor Sharp, and Regan Slater
Grade 3
Mrs. Watson: Chase Denno, Alene Tabano, Stephen Millington, and Hawk Millington
Mrs. Turcotte: *Hannah Sharp, Haley Mosher, Rowan Olesheski, Jordan Fusco, Jeremiah Freebern, Mason
Wing, Amari Trent, Lucia Williams, and Lexi Sharp
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JCS Collects Pennies for Patients
During the month of March, the JCS National Junior and Senior Honor Societies hosted “Pennies
for Patients,” a coin drive which supports the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s mission to
find cures and ensure access to treatments for blood cancer patients. Johnsburg Central School
students collected and donated over $350 for this worthy cause! Pictured is Mrs. Kim
McKenna’s second grade class. They were awarded prizes for collecting over $65, the most of
any single classroom. This was a very successful coin drive and JCS Honor Societies are
grateful to all who participated.
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Battle of the Books 2017
On Monday, March 13th, 2017, for the third year in a row, JCS sent grade level teams from third through
sixth grade to the Washington Saratoga Warren Hamilton Essex BOCES regional Battle of the Books
competition held at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York. With the gaining interest and
popularity of the event, this year’s competition marked the highest turnout to date with 470 students on 61
teams who came together to demonstrate their abilities and test their knowledge on ten books they were
assigned to read. Students dedicate time outside of their regular curriculum classes to read ten books,
collaborate with their teammates, train with their coaches, and prepare for this event for months.
“The Battle of the Books is an important event because it gets kids to read. The books are outside of the
classroom curriculum, so it is voluntary on their part,” WSWHE School Library System Coordinator
J’aime Pfeiffer told The Saratogian Newspaper. “These are kids who are enthusiastic about reading, and
about learning!...I think one of the reasons that it has expanded is the librarians and teachers who are the
coaches are passionate about reading, and have continued to encourage students to be part of this event.”
Steve Sheinkin, a local author
who wrote The Notorious
Benedict Arnold: A True Story
of Adventure, Heroism and
Treachery which is part of the
fifth grade reading list, is on a
promotional tour for his newest
book and was unable to speak
at this year’s event. However,
Mr. Sheinkin still took the time
to send the students a special
message about the value of
reading and writing, and give
an inside peek to his newest
book.
Sixth Grade Team
Captain: Julia Morris
Serenity Wood
Caden DeGroat
Dominic Selleck
Rodney Wolfe
Coach: Mrs. Murtagh
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Battle of the Books – con’t.
5th
Grade Team
Co-Captains: Mia Connelly & Aidan Perez
Caroline Williams, Corbin DeGroat, Isabelle
Waite, Helena Batha
Coach: Mrs. Hayden
Captains Meeting with Administration
Superintendent Michael Markwica and School
Principal Heather Flanagan, both, who attended the
first round of the Battle of the Books competition,
met with the team captains two days after the event.
4th Grade Team
Captain: Ariana Harvey
Tristin Secor, Kaylie O’Hara, Jonathyn Ofori, Riley
Sprague, Elington Morin
Coaches: Mrs. Morris & Mr. Hurley
3rd Grade Team
Captain: Lexi Sharp
Haley Mosher, Rowan Olesheski, Marley Lewis,
Hannah Sharp, Lucia Williams
Coach: Mrs. Turcotte
JCS “BOTB” teams enjoyed a pizza party given to them by their coaches to acknowledge their
hard work and dedication.
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Incoming Prekindergarten at JCS
If your child(ren) will be 4 years old prior to December 1, 2017, they are eligible to
attend prekindergarten during the 2017-2018 school year. Please call Jean
Comstock in the Guidance Office at 251-4201 to register your child for pre-k.
After you call, you will be sent a packet of information to fill out and return to the
guidance office. Registration packets can be returned to Jean Comstock starting
on May 15th. Your child will be placed on a list indicating whether you prefer an AM
or PM session, if it becomes necessary to have two sessions of pre-k. We cannot
guarantee that your child will be placed in the session that you prefer. Placement
will be determined by a first come, first-served basis starting on May 15th. Please
fill out and return your packets as close to May 15th as possible.
Incoming Kindergarten at JCS
If your child(ren) will be 5 years old prior to December 1, 2017, they are eligible to
attend kindergarten during the 2017-2018 school year. If your child currently
attends pre-k at JCS, your child will be automatically registered for kindergarten.
If your child is not currently enrolled in pre-k at JCS, please call Jean Comstock in
the JCS guidance office at 251-4201 as soon as possible. Kindergarten screenings
will occur on Friday, June 2nd.
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Grandparents’ Day
Friday, May 12, 2017
7:30-10:00AM
Grades PreK-6th
Come and enjoy breakfast with your grandchild(ren), classroom visitations,
and a special concert
7:30-8:30 Breakfast in the cafeteria/Art Show
8:30-9:30 Classroom visitations
9:30-10:00 Concert in the gym
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Please return by Friday, May 5, 2017
(Fill out one form per family if you have multiple children in PreK-6 and return to one of
your child’s teachers)
Yes, the grandparents of my child/children,
___________________________________________________ will attend.
(list all of your children in PreK-6)
My child/children’s teacher/teachers is/are _________________________________________________________
Number of grandparents attending __________
Number of grandparents eating breakfast ________
*If your child does not have a grandparent who is able to attend, they may ask an
older relative or friend to attend
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Summer Youth Swim Program at Ski Bowl Park
The Johnsburg Youth Committee is offering an afternoon swim program this year from 12:30
PM to 2:30 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. This swim program will follow the
usual morning Youth Program held from 9 to noon. The swim program will run from July 11
through August 10 under the direction of Susanne Hayden. Bus transportation will be provided
from the swim program at 2:30 PM, there will not be bus transportation provided to the
program at 12:00 PM.
The swimming instruction will be a progressive program which teaches the basics and then
adds strokes and safety techniques while building stamina. Kids will earn a certificate for each
level of achievement. It takes most swimmers about 12-13 sessions to advance one level. If
there is interest, there may be opportunities for intermediates to satisfy the requirements of an
advanced swimmer and/or prepare for a lifeguard certificate. Along with lessons, there will be
free swimming and supervised free beach playtime.
In order to better determine numbers of swim program participants and thus, the number of
staff required, we need you to sign up in advance. Swim spots will not be guaranteed if your
child doesn’t attend the first week without notifying the Swim Director. Please sign up by
either returning the slip below to Laurie West in the Principal’s Office or by calling Joann
Morehouse, town Hall at 251-2421 by June 15th. Further details will follow upon signing up.
Summer Swim Program
Participant:______________________ Age:_______
Parent Name:_____________________________ Phone:_____________
E-mail: ______________________________________________________
Swimming ability: Beginner Doggy paddle Crawl/head out
Strokes achieved: Breathing Crawl Back stroke Breaststroke Butterfly Sidestroke
Stamina: How long could your child last swimming continuously?
0-1 minute 2-5 minutes 5-10 minutes 30 minutes 60 minutes more
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“Raise the Roof”
BRICK FUNDRAISER
Johnsburg Central School
We are raising money to build an outdoor classroom at JCS. This
pavilion will provide a shaded area during recess and a multi-use area
for outdoor classes, picnics, event viewing, playground viewing, etc.
Bricks will be set in the ground as an entrance to the pavilion. The
pavilion will be built during the summer of 2017.
4x8 inch brick ……… $35
8x8 inch brick ……… $50
Go to: www.bricksrus.com/order/jcs to place an on-line order
Bricks may include: Family names, Business names, In memory of …,
In Honor of …, Dedicated to …, Class of …, etc.
Questions: Call Heather Flanagan, Principal @ (518)251-2921 or email
JCS thanks you for your support!
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Johnsburg Central School – “Raise the Roof”
We are raising money to build an outdoor classroom at JCS. This pavilion will provide a shaded
area during recess and a multi-use area for outdoor classes, picnics, event viewing, playground
viewing, etc. Bricks will be set in the ground as an entrance to the pavilion. The pavilion will be
built during the summer of 2017. 4x8 inch brick - $35 8x8 inch brick - $50
Yes, we’d like to reserve a permanent brick. Please engrave our brick as follows:
ANY SYMBOL IS CONSIDERED ONE SPACE (PERIOD, COMMA, DASH)
ALL TEXT IS CENTERED UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
4 x 8 Brick
8 x 8 Brick
EXAMPLE
G O N E W T O N H I G H L I O N S
S T A T E C H A M P I O N S
2 0 0 2 , 2 0 0 3 , 2 0 0 4
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM AND YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO:
Johnsburg Central School
c/o Heather Flanagan, Principal
165 Main St.
North Creek, NY 12853
Name: ________________________________________ Phone: (_______) _________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: __________________
Email Address: ___________________________________________ Amount Paid: ___________________
FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY June 1, 2017
If you have any questions, please call Heather Flanagan @ 518-251-2921 or email [email protected]
YOU CAN ALSO ORDER ON OUR ON-LINE ORDERING WEBSITE:
www.bricksrus.com/order/jcs
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May 2017
Breakfast BREAKFAST MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Juice/Fruit 1
Western Omelet
Cereal
Muffins
Milk
Juice/Fruit 2
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 3
Pancakes
Syrup
Cereal
Toast/Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 4
Bacon Breakfast
Sandwich
Cereal
English/Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 5
Breakfast Pizza
Hash Browns
Milk
Juice/Fruit 8
Waffles
Syrup
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 9
Cheese Omelet
Cereal
Muffins
Milk
Juice/Fruit 10
Breakfast Parfait
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 11
French Toast
Syrup
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 12
Bacon and Cheese
on a Bagel with or
without Egg
Hash Browns
Milk
Juice/Fruit 15
Breakfast Pizza
Hash Browns
Milk
Juice/Fruit 16
Mini Pancakes
Syrup
Milk
Juice/Fruit 17
Ham Breakfast
Sandwich
Cereal
English/Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 18
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 19
Scrambled Eggs
Cereal
Muffins
Milk
Juice/Fruit 22
Syrup
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 23
Breakfast Parfait
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 24
Sausage & Cheese
on English
Cereal
English/Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 25
Veggie Omelet
Cereal
Muffins
Milk
Juice/Fruit 26
Waffles
Syrup
Cereal
Toast/Jelly
Milk
29
Memorial
Day
Juice/Fruit 30
Cereal
Toast
Jelly
Milk
Juice/Fruit 31
Bacon and Cheese
on a Bagel
Milk
Breakfast and
lunch passes
should be paid the
next day.
Prepay breakfast
and lunch Prices:
Reduced: 25 cents
Regular: $1.00
Adult: $2.00
Nondiscrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or
administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil
rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language,
etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may
contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:
http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information
requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: 1) mail: US Dept. of
Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC 20250-9410; 2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or 3) email:
[email protected]. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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May 2017
Lunch LUNCH MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Hamburger 1 Hot dog /Cheese Wedges Vegetables Pineapples Milk
Pierogi 2 Vegetables Muffins Crisp Milk
Chicken patty 3 On a bun Rice Vegetables Mixed Fruit Milk
Hamburg Gravy 4 Potatoes Muffins Vegetables Mixed Fruit Milk
Chicken Tacos 5 Lettuce, Tomatoes Rice French Fries Strawberries Milk
Italian Dunkers 8 Pasta Vegetables Pears Milk
Chicken 9 Caesar Salad Biscuits Pineapples Milk
Cheese or 10 Pepperoni Pizza Vegetables Muffins Mixed Fruit Milk
Chicken 11 Tenders Rice/Muffins Vegetables Peaches Milk
Meatball Subs 12 Chips Vegetables Strawberries Milk
Tomato Soup 15 Toasted Cheese Vegetables Mandarin Oranges Milk
Scalloped 16 Potatoes w/Ham Vegetables Muffins Crisp Milk
BBQ Chicken 17 Sandwich Rice Vegetables Strawberries Milk
Tacos 18 Lettuce, Tomatoes French Fries Rice Applesauce Milk
Chicken Nuggets 19
Pasta Vegetables Muffins Pears Milk
Shepherd’s Pie 22 Biscuits Pineapple Milk
Make your own 23 Turkey or Mixed Sub/Chips Vegetables Mandarin Oranges Milk
Chicken/Bacon 24 Wrap Smiles Vegetables Applesauce Milk
Cheese or 25 Sausage Pizza Vegetables Muffins Peaches Milk
Hamburger 26 Hot Dog/Cheese Pasta Vegetables Strawberries Milk
29
Memorial
Day
Pulled Pork 30 Sandwich Smiles Vegetables Crisp Milk
Fish Sticks 31 Rice Vegetables Muffins Strawberries Milk
Whether you receive free or reduced lunches, Milk is 50 cents when purchased with a lunch from home or as an extra drink
All bread products are 100% wheat/ whole grain
enriched
Nondiscrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or
administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil
rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language,
etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may
contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:
http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information
requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: 1) mail: US Dept. of
Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC 20250-9410; 2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or 3) email:
[email protected]. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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ANNUAL TREKS RAFTING TRIP HUDSON GORGE
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Who: Ages 8-19
Time: 8:30AM – 3PM
Where: Whitewater Challengers Route 28, North River
Bring: Lunch, sunscreen, any personal meds, sunglasses,
hat/visor
Wear: Bathing suit, shorts, sneakers or toe-covered sandals.
if cool – long sleeve synthetic shirt
Necessary equipment provided by White Water Challenges
Cost: $35 (includes $5 membership)
Signed forms needed: Treks membership form and signed WWC waiver.
Find both on-line at www.adktreks.org First come, first served.
Call Kelly at 251-3739 to register for trip by June 17th.
KAYAKING INSTRUCTION AND ROCK CLIMBING DURING JULY AND
AUGUST. LOOK FOR A FLIER IN JUNE AND KEEP CHECKING THE
WEBSITE AS DETAILS ARE WORKED OUT.
Upcoming JCS Events
May 2017
May 3 – AP Eng./ Lit./Comp. @ 8AM
May 4-7 – Jr. High Travel Trip
May 5 – US History Exam @ 8AM
May 6 – SAT’s Rm. 313 @ 8AM
May 8 – Budget Presentation /Board of Ed Meeting @ 6PM in Rm. 126
May 9 – K-3 Theme Assembly
May 9 - AP Calculus Exam @ 8AM
May 11 – Jr./Sr. NHS Inductions/Wall of Fame Recognition @ 6PM
May 12 – Grandparents Day @ 7:30-10AM
May 16 – Budget Vote 12-8PM & Jr./Sr. High Concert @ 7PM
May 20 – Coronation/Jr. Prom
May 22 – Board of Ed Meeting @ 7PM Rm. 126
May 26 – Parents Day Breakfast @ 7AM
May 29 – Memorial Day - No School
May 30 – Sports Banquet
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New! Johnsburg Central School Policy
SUBJECT: ANIMALS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS/PROPERTY
To help maintain safe and healthy conditions for students, staff and visitors of the Johnsburg
Central School District, it shall be a violation of District policy:
a) For an individual to permit animals on any area of the school grounds/property.
b) For any individual to permit a dog/animal on any of the public recreation areas on school
grounds/property.
When an uncontrolled dog or other animal is discovered on school grounds/property,
Administration will call appropriate animal rescue personnel or local animal warden.
Animals may be permitted in school for instructional purposes. It is Administration's
responsibility to ensure that there is an appropriate educational purpose before any animal is
allowed in a classroom. Animals are not to be transported on school buses.
1. Parents may be consulted to determine any special consideration needed for children who
are immunocompromised, have allergies, asthma, etc.
2. When an animal is allowed in the classroom it is the teacher's responsibility to maintain
the cleanliness and upkeep of the animal and its living environment.
School staff will be responsible for the proper control of animals brought to school for
institutional purposes and Administration will be responsible for ensuring the effective
protection of children when animals are in the school.
In addition, those individuals with disabilities who are covered under the ADA requirements for
Service Animals shall be exempt from the terms of this policy.
Also, under certain circumstances, police and other emergency services may require the presence
of animals in performing their duties (such as bomb or drug searches). This decision will be
made on a case by case basis as determined by school Administration and/or the responding
emergency agency.
This policy will be disseminated to the community and school personnel through normal
channels of communication.
Adopted: 4/10/17
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Budget Presentation 6:00 p.m. - @ JCS Rm. 126
Monday, May 8, 2017
Voting 12:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017 Johnsburg Central School Gym Area
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The Board of Education submits:
Budget Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Johnsburg Central School District, Towns of Johnsburg,
Chester and Thurman, in the County of Warren, New York, be and hereby is authorized to expend the
sum of $10,631,439 and to levy the necessary tax therefor during the 2017-2018 school year.
Board Members
Election of three (3) Board Members
Erwin Morris:
I was elected to the Johnsburg Central School Board in May 2008. I graduated from JCS in 1994 after
my family moved from downstate New York. I attended Pace University and Regents College and hold
a Bachelor’s degree in Business. Currently, I am earning a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
I am the co-owner of Morris Management Group/Gore Mountain Realty with my brother Joseph
Morris. I run our business in North Creek and employ many local people.
I reside in the hamlet of Wevertown with my wife Rebecca and our two children who are both enrolled
in Johnsburg Central School.
My proudest accomplishment is the JCS Pre-K program. As almost everyone is aware, the program has
been an amazing success. I have been very dedicated to my work on the Board with school security,
successful management of finances, and with the Pre-K program.
I currently serve as the Board Vice-President.
Tom Ordway:
I am a lifelong resident of North Creek where I reside with my wife, Pattie and son Jon who is currently
working for Johnsburg EMS as well as North Warren EMS and Mohawk EMS; and my daughter, Maria
who is in 8th
grade at JCS. I have two other children who have already graduated from JCS. Thomas is
a Glens Falls Fireman and Robert is employed by CP Rail as a foreman in the Signal Department.
I have been involved with JCS as a school board member for over 25 years. I have been very active in
the community as a Little League coach, scoutmaster, soccer coach, Fire Dept., EMS, and many more
activities.
I am retired from Canada Pacific Railway where I was responsible for all training on the northeast
division of CP Rail. As a CP manager, I was responsible for the entire budget for all training on the
northeast division.
I believe we provide our kids at JCS with a quality education at a fair cost. As always, the students are
my number one priority.
.
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Board Members – con’t.
Tara Sears:
Having lived in North Creek my whole life, it has made me have solid roots and a commitment to my
community. I am also an alumnus of JCS, as well as three of my sons, and currently, I have one son and
a granddaughter attending.
After graduating and becoming a Nurse, I chose to work in North Creek at ATCNRC as a Nursing
Administration Assistant, staying in my hometown and being a part of the community and taking care of
the residents there, a number of them being North Creek residents. I retired from the North Creek Fire
Co. after 26 years of service as well as Johnsburg EMS after 14 years. I also just completed 22 years in
scouting in North Creek having my youngest son, Cole, crossing to Boy Scouts. My husband Paul is
retired from the US Army and is a corrections officer in Fort Ann. We chose to raise our children in
North Creek because of the strong school system and close knit community.
I have been on the Johnsburg Central School Board for nine years; this is the end of my third term. I am
honored to be a part of such a great school system. I was proud to be on the committee for technology
last year and watching all those students this fall with their new chrome books was astonishing,
especially the elementary students. I look forward to seeing all of the changes coming with our building
project and continuing to be a part of making Johnsburg the best school for our students it can be. The
students of JCS are our future and I am proud to be a part of that. I hope to be re-elected this year, so I
can continue to serve on the board to help make academic and fiscal decisions to benefit the students and
the taxpayers.
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2017-2018 Budget Summary
Revenues
Sources 2016-2017 2017-2018
LOCAL (non-Tax)
Balance on hand, June 30 $1,359,416 $1,464,772
(Including prior year turn back)
Less allowed for retention ($360,000) ($425,258)
Amount applied in Budget Proposal $999,416 $1,039,514
Miscellaneous (interest, admissions, late charges, etc.) $505,255 $477,360
Total Local $1,504,671 $1,516,874
STATE
Gross State Aid $3,253,997 $3,220,071
BOCES Aid $169,643 $173,767
Textbook/Software/Library Loan Aid $25,438 $25,911
Total State $3,449,078 $3,419,749
TOTAL STATE AND LOCAL $4,953,749 $4,936,623
TAX LEVY $5,593,426 $5,694,816
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2017-2018 Budget Summary
Expenditures
The budget is presented in three components. Totals for each component are shown with 2016-2017 and
2017-2018 comparisons. The budget reflects the District’s commitment to provide strong academic
programs, alternative pathways for students with needs, and a broad range of extracurricular programs.
In addition, computer access with Internet capabilities for all students is provided.
Component 2016-2017 2017-2018
Administrative $1,257,847 $1,257,614
Program $8,098,989 $8,306,206
Capital $1,190,339 $1,067,619
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $10,547,175 $10,631,439
TOTAL EXPENDITURE INCREASE $84,264
As required by law: Property Tax Report Card
Budgeted
2016-2017
Budgeted
2016-2017
Percentage
Total Spending
$10,547,175 10,631,439
Increase -
.80%
Total estimated School Tax Levy actual
$5,593,426
estimated
5,694,816
Increase
1.81%
Public School Enrollment 359 359 0
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Sign up your child today!
Simply fill out the form below and mail to:
Johnsburg Central School District
165 Main Street
North Creek, NY 12853
(518) 251-2921
Dolly Parton’s IMAGINATION LIBRARY Official Registration Form
Privacy Statement: This information will not be used for any purpose other than those related to the Imagination
Library. PLEASE PRINT
1ST
Preschool Child’s FULL Name________________________________________________
Child’s Date of Birth ____/_____/_____ Sex: M F Phone_______________________
2nd
Preschool Child’s FULL Name _______________________________________________
Child’s Date of Birth ____/_____/_____ Sex: M F Phone ______________________
Parent/Guardian’s Name _______________________________________________________
Child’s Home Address ________________________________________________________
ADDRESS
____________________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
Mailing Address _________________________________________________________
(If different)
Email Address ____________________________________________________________
“This child is a resident of Johnsburg Central School District” ___________________________
SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Date Received: _________________ Group Code: ___________-_________________
Imagination Library – A Free Collection of Children’s Books
The Johnsburg Chapter of Imagination Library is beginning its third year of providing free quality children’s
books to any child living in the Johnsburg school district. To date, nearly 80 families have enrolled in this
program. Besides living in the school district, the only requirement is that your child ranges in age from newborn through
their fifth birthday. Once a month, your child will receive a beautiful children’s book that is age appropriate
delivered to your home. This program is now in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia and was founded by
Dolly Parton. The cost of our children’s literature has been underwritten by the Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack
Foundation as well as the Charles R. Wood Foundation. We appreciate their generosity and hope you
choose to enroll your child. Please don’t miss out on taking part in this great opportunity and enjoy reading time with your child!
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Programs and Projects Funded by Title I
Parental Involvement
The Board of Education recognizes the rights of parent/guardians to be fully informed of all information relevant
to their children who participate in programs and projects funded by Title I. The District shall ensure parental
involvement in these programs and projects by:
a. Providing such support for parental involvement activities as required by law;
b. Convening an annual meeting to which all parents/guardians of participating children shall be invited;
c. Providing parents/guardians with reports on their children’s progress;
d. Providing opportunities for regular meetings of parents/guardians.
Title I, Part A Written Complaint and Appeal Procedure
Who may submit a complaint?
Any public or nonpublic school parent or teacher, other interested person, or agency may file a complaint.
What must a complaint contain?
All complaints must be written; be signed by the person or agency representative filing the complaint; specify
the requirement of law or regulation being violated and the related issue, problem, and/or the concern; contain
informative/evidence supporting the complaint; and state the nature of the corrective action desired.
What must an appeal from a LEA’s response contain?
An appeal must contain a copy of the original complaint and a copy of the LEA’s response to the original
complaint or a statement that the LEA failed to respond in 30 business days.
Where should a complaint/appeal to the LEA be sent?
Complaints/appeals regarding the LEA’s administration and implementation of its ESEA Title I Grant or Academic
Intervention Services for students identified under Commissioner’s Regulation Part 100 should be sent first to
the School Superintendent of the LEA against whom the complaint is made. The LEA has a 30 business day
period in which to resolve a complaint.
Title I complaints should be first sent to the Superintendent of the LEA. If the local LEA fails to resolve the
complaint within 30 business days, or fails to resolve the issue to the satisfaction of the complainant, the
complaint should be sent to the Title I School and Community Services Office, Room 365 EBA, New York State
Education Dept., 89 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12234; or United States Dept. of Education, Compensatory
Education Program, 400 Maryland Ave., S.W., Room 3W230, FOB #6, Washington, DC 20202-6132. For more
information go to www.emsc.nysed.gov/funding/cladcep/ca0809/complaintsappeals.htm