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West Seneca Central School District 2006-2007 Calendar/Directoryfor more information visit: www.wscschools.orgfor more information visit: www.wscschools.org

Administrative Offices1397 Orchard Park Road

West Seneca, NY 14224-4098

WEST SENECA CENTRALSCHOOL DISTRICT

This directory/calendarhas been compiled as a reference

for use by school district residents, employees,students and parents. It was printed by the

West Seneca Central Print Media Services Departmentunder the supervision of Danette Monti.

The Editors are John V. Karlis and Diane M. Szewczyk.

Students in West Seneca Central Schools’ art classes areoffered a wide variety of experiences to prepare for enjoyingthe arts, relating to the arts, and for some, a foundation forcareers in either art or related fields. The approach toteaching art is multifaceted. Students learn about art history,aesthetics and criticism,as well as create art in studioexperiences. This year the art students created artwork forthe calendar that was inspired by artists of the past.

The art program helps to provide students with a love ofand an appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us ineveryday life. Art enriches the school program in many ways.

Ten General Lessons that Art Teaches Children

1.To make good judgments about qualitativerelationships.

2.That problems can have more than one solution.

3.To celebrate multiple perspectives.

4.That in complex forms of problem solving, purposesare seldom fixed, but change with circumstance andopportunity.

5.That neither words in their literal form nor numberscan exhaust what we can know.

6.That small differences can have large effects.

7.To think through and within a material.

8.Constructive ways to say what cannot be said.

9.That the arts offer experience we can have from noother source.

10.That the arts’ position in the school curriculumsymbolizes to the young what adults believe isimportant.

Joanna SokolowskiClinton Street Elementary, Grade 5

Ms. Darcie Beyer, Teacher

Kaitlyn ImiolaWinchester Elementary, Grade 1Miss Nicole Chernega, Teacher

Maurits Cornelis Escher was bornon June 17, 1898 in Leeuwarden,Holland. At the School ofArchitecture and Decorative Arts inHaarlem, Netherlands hedeveloped an interest in drawingand printmaking. M.C. Escher wasinspired by the lavish tile work hefound adorning the Moorisharchitecture of the fourteenth-century palace of the Alhambra inGranada, Spain. This tile worksuggested to Escher newdirections in the use of color andthe flattened patterning ofinterlocking forms. He decided toreplace the abstract patterns withrecognizable figures anddeveloped the regular division ofthe plane. Based on geometricprinciples, identical shapes werejoined together edge to edgewithout any space left betweenthem to create tessellations.

Born in Malaga, Spain onOctober 25, 1881, Pablo Picasso isconsidered by many art historiansto be the greatest 20

th century

artist. He is known for the art stylecalled Cubism, where he distortedthe anatomy of the objects’features.

No other artist is moreassociated with the term ModernArt than Pablo Picasso. He createdthousands of paintings, prints,sculptures and ceramics during atime span of about 75 years.

West Seneca Central School District 2006-2007 Calendar/Directoryfor more information visit: www.wscschools.org for more information visit: www.wscschools.org

Administrative Offices1397 Orchard Park Road

West Seneca, NY 14224-4098

WEST SENECA CENTRALSCHOOL DISTRICT

This directory/calendarhas been compiled as a reference

for use by school district residents, employees,students and parents. It was printed by the

West Seneca Central Print Media Services Departmentunder the supervision of Danette Monti.

The Editors are John V. Karlis and Diane M. Szewczyk.

Students in West Seneca Central Schools’ art classes areoffered a wide variety of experiences to prepare for enjoyingthe arts, relating to the arts, and for some, a foundation forcareers in either art or related fields. The approach toteaching art is multifaceted. Students learn about art history,aesthetics and criticism, as well as create art in studioexperiences. This year the art students created artwork forthe calendar that was inspired by artists of the past.

The art program helps to provide students with a love ofand an appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us ineveryday life. Art enriches the school program in many ways.

Ten General Lessons that Art Teaches Children

1. To make good judgments about qualitativerelationships.

2. That problems can have more than one solution.

3. To celebrate multiple perspectives.

4. That in complex forms of problem solving, purposesare seldom fixed, but change with circumstance andopportunity.

5. That neither words in their literal form nor numberscan exhaust what we can know.

6. That small differences can have large effects.

7. To think through and within a material.

8. Constructive ways to say what cannot be said.

9. That the arts offer experience we can have from noother source.

10. That the arts’ position in the school curriculumsymbolizes to the young what adults believe isimportant.

Joanna SokolowskiClinton Street Elementary, Grade 5

Ms. Darcie Beyer, Teacher

Kaitlyn ImiolaWinchester Elementary, Grade 1Miss Nicole Chernega, Teacher

Maurits Cornelis Escher was bornon June 17, 1898 in Leeuwarden,Holland. At the School ofArchitecture and Decorative Arts inHaarlem, Netherlands hedeveloped an interest in drawingand printmaking. M.C. Escher wasinspired by the lavish tile work hefound adorning the Moorisharchitecture of the fourteenth-century palace of the Alhambra inGranada, Spain. This tile worksuggested to Escher newdirections in the use of color andthe flattened patterning ofinterlocking forms. He decided toreplace the abstract patterns withrecognizable figures anddeveloped the regular division ofthe plane. Based on geometricprinciples, identical shapes werejoined together edge to edgewithout any space left betweenthem to create tessellations.

Born in Malaga, Spain onOctober 25, 1881, Pablo Picasso isconsidered by many art historiansto be the greatest 20th centuryartist. He is known for the art stylecalled Cubism, where he distortedthe anatomy of the objects’features.

No other artist is moreassociated with the term ModernArt than Pablo Picasso. He createdthousands of paintings, prints,sculptures and ceramics during atime span of about 75 years.

AE - Allendale Elementary School1399 Orchard Park Road

CE - Clinton St. Elementary School4100 Clinton Street

EE - East Elementary School1415 Center Road

EM - East Middle School1445 Center Road

ES - East Senior High School4760 Seneca Street

EBZ - Ebenezer Building/ALC900 Mill Road

NE - Northwood Elementary School250 Northwood Avenue

PE - Potters Road Elementary School675 Potters Road

WE - West Elementary School1397 Orchard Park Road

WM - West Middle School395 Center Road

WS - West Senior High School3330 Seneca Street

WI - Winchester Elementary School650 Harlem Road

School Parent Groups

Allendale Elementary School • Parent Teacher League (PTL)Lori Ennis, President .......................................................... 823-016534 Melberry Trail • Orchard Park, NY 14127

Clinton Street Elementary School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Cheryl Costello, Co-President ......................................... 674-967114 Louise Drive • Cheektowaga, NY 14227Arlene Kucharski, Co-President ..................................... 668-356123 Samantha Way • Cheektowaga, NY 14227

East Elementary School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Gwen Phillips, President .................................................... 675-37214841Seneca Street • West Seneca, NY 14224

East Middle School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Mary Dressler, Co-President ........................................... 668-7748204 North Ave • West Seneca, NY 14224Dawn Hoeltke, Co-President ............................................677-092711 Theresa Drive • Cheektowaga, NY 14227

East Senior High School • Parent Teacher Group (PTG)Lyn Balla, President ........................................................... 674-34394777 Seneca Street • West Seneca, NY 14224

Northwood Elementary School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Cathy Gerace, President .................................................. 656-1803P.O. Box 1164 • Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Potters Road Elementary School • Parent Teacher Group (PTG)Tim Ball, President ............................................................. 824-881778 Bellwood Avenue • West Seneca, NY 14224

West Elementary School • Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Stacy Miller, Co-President ............................................... 675-366157 Sunset Creek • West Seneca, NY 14224Sandra Lembke, Co-President ....................................... 674-039865 Brook Lane • West Seneca, NY 14224

West Middle School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Mary Mazierski, President ............................................... 677-402431 East Bihrwood Drive • West Seneca, NY 14224

West Senior High School • Parent Teacher Group (PTG)Teresa Tomczak, President .............................................. 675-03815940 Lake Avenue • Orchard Park, NY 14127

Winchester Elementary School • Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Karen Schwartz, President .............................................. 823-065057 Royal Coach Road • West Seneca, NY 14224

Michelle ChristieWest Senior High, Grade 9Mrs. Janine Dueck, Teacher

Victor Vasarely was born in Pecs,Hungary in 1906. He isconsidered to be the father of opart, or optical illusion art. Op art(an abstract art movement thatdeveloped in the late 1950’s) is amathematically oriented form ofabstract art. Op art uses repeatedgeometric lines, shapes and colorsto create visual effects. Vasarelystudied how the eye’s retinaprocesses information and how theinformation is translated in thebrain. He found that when theelements of art are manipulated tocreate a distorted and visuallymisleading image, it creates anoptical illusion. During the 1960sand 1970s, Vasarely’s opticalimages became part of popularculture, having a deep impact onarchitecture, computer science,and fashion.

Dear Community Resident,

Each school year affords us the opportunity to renew our commitment tothe youth in our community. It is my distinct pleasure to invite you to join withour Board of Education and school district staff in making the 2006-2007 schoolyear the most successful collaborative initiative ever undertaken in the WestSeneca Central School District.

I am most pleased to report that our current capital building project isprogressing on schedule and on budget. Improvements taking place will allowus to use these facilities, which currently range from 30 to 80 years of age, foryears to come. The work will also assure that our buildings meet coderequirements in the areas of health, safety, and welfare. The improvements willprovide a quality educational setting for our youngest citizens, and serve tomaintain and protect property values throughout our community. You mayview various aspects and monitor progress of the project on our school districtWeb site (www.wscschools.org).

Our priority during 2006-2007 will be to provide the best of learningopportunities in order that all students may meet and surpass the challenges ofthe recently implemented higher learning standards and assessments. We willwork hard to maintain a balanced approach to spending while maintainingsound educational priorities. I am pleased to report that for the third year in arow the West Seneca Central School District has been rated as “AboveAverage” in the area of “Cost Effectiveness” by Business First. This “aboveaverage” rating is significant because it compares classroom academicachievement levels with per pupil expenditures.

On behalf of the trustees of the Board of Education, I invite and welcomeyour participation and input in the operation of your school district. We inviteyou to take advantage of the myriad of opportunities available to get involvedand participate in one or many aspects of your school community. We havemuch to be grateful for and proud of in the West Seneca Central School District,and I thank the community for its continuous support.

James K. BrotzSuperintendent

About theBoard of Education

2006-2007 Meeting DatesMeetings open at 7:00 p.m.

Meeting on June 18, 2007 opens at 5:30 p.m.Meetings are held in the Board of Education room

located in West Elementary Schoolunless otherwise noted.

James J. Asztalos, President129 Royal Coach

West Seneca, New York 14224828-0038 • term expires 2008

Mark P. Lazzara, Vice President101 Treehaven Road


Mary J. Busse, Trustee5 Partridge Lane


Janice E. Dalbo, Trustee105 Collins Avenue


Nancy L. Lesakowski, Trustee32 Erwin Road


Dolores K. Mendolia, Trustee1338 Center Road


David G. Smaczniak, Trustee43 Larsen Lane


The school district is governed bya seven-member board of education

elected by qualified voters of the district.The board has total responsibility for

the educational program of the district,its financing and control. It establishes

policies for operation of the schooldistrict. Members are public officialswho serve without pay for three-yearterms. As our elected representatives

and as officers of New York State,the board must carry out duties

imposed by the state’s legislature,Board of Regents, and commissionerof education. The school board has no

legal or formal connection with any otherlocal government body. Its functions are

carried out through district officers,administrators, and personnel.

Annual Electionand Budget Vote

Tuesday, May 15, 20077 a.m. - 9 p.m.

East Senior High School4760 Seneca Street

Public Hearing andBudget Presentation

Wednesday, May 2, 20077 p.m.

West Middle School395 Center Road

September 18, 2006

October 2, 2006

October 23, 2006

November 13, 2006West Senior, 3330 Seneca Street

December 11, 2006

January 8, 2007

January 29, 2007

February 12, 2007

March 5, 2007

March 19, 2007

April 2, 2007

May 2, 2007West Middle, 395 Center Road

June 18, 2007East Senior, 4760 Seneca Street

TreasurerBrian L. Schulz

375 Berryman DriveSnyder, New York 14226

School District ClerkMarlene A. Leone161 Hybank Drive

West Seneca, New York 14224

Board of Education

The following meeting dates for the 2006-2007school year were approved by the Board of Education.All meetings will be held on Mondays in the Board ofEducation meeting room at 1397 Orchard Park Road,West Seneca, unless otherwise noted. The meetingswill open at 7:00 p.m. with Executive Sessions calledas needed. A portion of each meeting is set aside for

the Hearing of Visitors. During this time, District residentshave the opportunity to address the Board of Education.

Residents do not have to call aheadto speak at the meeting.

Board Members

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSAE • Allendale .............................. 677-3660

1399 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-4099Margaret Borchert, PrincipalHours: 8:40 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.Fax: 675-3104

CE • Clinton Street ..................... 677-36204100 Clinton StreetWest Seneca, NY 14224-1697Christie L. Angrisano, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 674-7821

EE • East ........................................ 677-35601415 Center RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-3291Deborah A. Staszak, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 674-1506

NE • Northwood .......................... 677-3640250 Northwood AvenueWest Seneca, NY 14224-1597Catherine Huber, PrincipalHours: 8:40 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Fax: 674-3505

PE • Potters Road ....................... 677-3600675 Potters RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-2683Tana Cleveland, PrincipalHours: 8:40 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Fax: 822-0579

WE • West ....................................... 677-32501397 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-4098Rachel A. Badger, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 677-3123

WI • Winchester ........................... 677-3580650 Harlem RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-1197Kathleen A. Brachmann, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 822-2670

SECONDARY SCHOOLSEM • East Middle ................................. 677-3530

1445 Center RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-3292Monica L. Witman, PrincipalHours: 8:05 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Fax: 674-1046

WM • West Middle ................................ 677-3500395 Center RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-1986Brian Graham, PrincipalHours: 8:05 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Fax: 675-6134

ES • East Senior High ....................... 677-33004760 Seneca StreetWest Seneca, NY 14224-3293Angela LaPaglia, PrincipalHours: 7:40 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Fax: 677-2933

WS • West Senior High ...................... 677-33503330 Seneca StreetWest Seneca, NY 14224-2799Jon T. MacSwan, PrincipalHours: 7:40 a.m. - 1:59 p.m.Fax: 674-3551

EBZ • Alternative Learning Center .... 677-3695900 Mill RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-3082James Klubek, PrincipalHours: 7:30 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.Fax: 677-3804

CENTRAL OFFICESAdministrative Offices

Tel: 677-3100 • Fax: 674-05221397 Orchard Park Road • West Seneca, NY 14224-4098

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Superintendent of SchoolsJames K. Brotz .....................................................677-3101

Assistant Superintendent - Curriculum and InstructionJean M. Kovach ....................................................677-3105

Assistant Superintendent - Pupil ServicesCharles J. Lehman ..............................................677-3156

Assistant Superintendent - Human ResourcesPatrick M. Phelan ................................................ 677-3126

Director - English Language Arts, LOTE, English as a Second LanguageJeanne Tribuzzi ....................................................677-3148

Director - Health, Physical Education & AthleticsTimm Slade ...........................................................677-3144

Director - Instructional Technology and Chief Information OfficerDaryl Janus ........................................................... 677-3179

Director - Math and Applied SciencesFranco A. DiPasqua ............................................ 677-3147

Director - ScienceMark Beehler ........................................................677-3143

Director - Staff Development and Social StudiesBrandon Wiley ......................................................677-3164

Director - Special EducationRobert J. Breidenstein .......................................677-3134

Director - Community EducationTeresa V. Brancato ...... Tel: 677-3107 • Fax: 677-3244

Community Relations CoordinatorJohn V. Karlis ........................................................677-3135

SUPPORT SERVICESEbenezer Maintenance Building

Tel: 677-3680 • Fax: 674-0152900 Mill Road • West Seneca, NY 14224-3082

Superintendent - Buildings & GroundsJames D. Heimburg ............................................677-3680

School Lunch ManagerAnn Marie Ralph .......... Tel: 677-3810 • Fax: 674-0152

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTBus Garage

Tel: 677-3820 • Fax: 674-27373300 Seneca Street • West Seneca, NY 14224-2746

Supervisor of TransportationLawrence L. Kaminski ....................................... 677-3820

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SUNDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYTUESDAY

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The application for Free or Reduced lunch/breakfast will be mailed home and also availablein your child’s school office. Only one applicationper family is necessary for both Lunch andBreakfast benefits. Parents, be sure to list allchildren, their grade level and school they attend onthe application.

We have a computerized system in all the build-ings in the district. Each student has an account withthe cafeteria. Parents can put money into theaccount and when students receive a lunch orbreakfast, the money is deducted from the account.

We would like to encourage prepayment forlunch and breakfast for all students.

TransportationTransportation of students from home to school

and from school to home is a major function of theschool district operation. With approximately 10,000district students being transported to 108 differentschools, it is clearly evident that the responsibility formaximum efficiency and safety is to be shared by allmembers of the community.

Motorists are advised to:

1. Maintain a sensitivity to the presence ofschool buses on the highway.

2. Exercise caution when approaching aschool bus from either direction.

3. Watch closely for signals given by the busdriver including hand signals, amber lights,red lights, and turn signals. Remember:No traffic should move from eitherdirection when red flashing lights on thebus are operating. This also includeswhen busses are loading and unloadingat the school.

4. Stop their vehicles when coming fromeither direction before reaching a stoppedschool bus which has flashing red lights.Allow students to cross the road and waituntil the flashing red lights are turned off.

5. Be aware that school buses come to a fullstop at railroad crossings.

6. Prepare to stop when approaching fromeither direction a school bus whose amberlights are flashing.

7. Be aware that school buses do not turnright at intersections when the light is red.

2006September

Library CardSign-upMonth

STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY

Winchester Elementary• Kindergarten Picnic …11 a.m.OCTOBER 2006

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AUGUST 2006S M T W T F S

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Clayton ShanahanEast Elementary, Grade 4

Mrs. Michelle McMaster, Teacher

Romare Bearden was born on Sept. 2,1911. He was a 20th Century AfricanAmerican artist. His art wasinfluenced by jazz music and thecultural community during theHarlem Renaissance. Recognized asone of the most creative and originalvisual artists of the 20th century,Bearden had a prolific anddistinguished career. Heexperimented with many differentmediums and artistic styles, butis best known for his richlytextured collages.

Erika MellickWest Middle, Grade 7

Mrs. Rhonda Schunk, Teacher

Max Beckmannwas born in

Leipzig, Germany,in 1884. His

father died whenhe was only 10

years old. Afterseveral years in

boarding schooland over family

objections,Beckmann, at the

age of 15,decided to

become a painter.His work is

characterized by asculptural

monumentality, avibrant use of

color, and aprofoundly

philosophicaloutlook. Between

1905 and 1950 heproduced more

than 800paintings and

created hundredsof prints and

drawings. Hepainted portraits,

still life, historypaintings, andmythological

subjects.Beckmann was a

highlyaccomplished

painter. His workwas placed in

German museumsand he was

recognized for hisartistic

achievements.

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DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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21 22 1ST DAY OF AUTUMN

LABOR DAY SCHOOL OPENS1ST STUDENT DAY


Teachers and Staff Only

DISTRICT INFORMATION

Sport OfferingsBoys ........ Fall Cross Country (Mod-Var)

Football (Mod-JV-Var)Golf (Var)Soccer (Mod-JV-Var)Volleyball (Mod-JV-Var)

Winter Basketball (Mod-JV-Var)Bowling (Var)Indoor Track (Var)Swimming (Mod-JV-Var)Wrestling (Mod-JV-Var)

Spring Baseball (Mod-JV-Var)Tennis (Var)Track (Mod-Var)Lacrosse (Mod-JV-Var)

Girls .........Fall Cross Country (Mod-Var)Field Hockey (JV-Var) - Mod District TeamSoccer (Mod-JV-Var)Swimming (JV-Var)Tennis (Var)Volleyball (Mod-JV-Var)

Winter Basketball (Mod-JV-Var)Bowling (Var)Indoor Track (Var)Swimming (Mod)

Spring Softball (Mod-JV-Var)Track (Mod-Var)Lacrosse (Mod-JV-Var)

Modified (Mod) - 7 & 8th grade programs.

Cheerleading:Varsity and Junior Varsity are offered in the falland the winter. Try-outs are usually between

the winter and spring seasons.

School Food Services(Food Service Office)

The West Seneca Central Food Service Depart-ment has fully-equipped kitchens in all buildings in thedistrict. We serve lunch in all buildings and breakfastin most. The Food Service operation aims to be totallyself-supporting with no cost to taxpayers. The childnutrition program is an essential educational supportactivity and the nutritional needs of our students takeprecedence. The food levied meets U.S. Governmenthigh quality standards with monthly governmentcommodities (cheese, meat, protein, etc.) incorporatedinto menus to keep prices as low as possible.

Students are advised to:1. Be at the designated bus stop FIVE

minutes before pickup time.

2. Refrain from pushing, running, or "horse-play" while waiting or getting on or off thebus.

3. Stand clear and away from the road at alltimes.

4. Enter and leave the bus in an orderlymanner.

5. Use the handrail when getting on or offthe bus.

6. Remain seated after entering and whileriding.

7. Keep arms and head inside open win-dows.

8. Keep legs, books, and other belongingsout of the aisle.

9. Keep conversations in a normal tone ofvoice; avoid boisterous conduct.

10. Do not eat or drink on the bus.

11. Cross the road at least 15 feet in front ofthe bus. Always look both ways and watchfor the bus driver's signal before crossing.

12. Do not play with safety equipmentincluding the emergency door andwindows.

13. Avoid bringing large objects or pets onthe bus.

14. No smoking at any time on the bus.

15. Accept the authority and follow theinstructions of the bus driver.

16. Do not tamper with the belongings ofother pupils.

17. Never try to retrieve an object fromunderneath the bus.

Transportation Requests ToPrivate and Parochial Schools

Request forms for district transportation to privateand parochial schools are available at the Transporta-tion Department at 3300 Seneca Street, between8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. All

non-public school students who require transporta-tion must submit a request on the proper schooldistrict form to the said offices no later than April 1of each year.

Transportation To and FromChild Care Baby-Sitting Locations

A public or private school student may be pickedup and/or dropped off at a day care location (baby-sitter) anywhere within the West Seneca CentralSchool District with the following requirements:

1. Request forms are provided at theTransportation Department Office and allDistrict elementary school offices. Formsmust be completed and returned to eitherthe Transportation Department or theschool by June 15 of each year prior tothe school year for which transportation isrequested.

2. Parents and/or legal guardians must allowup to at least one week and wait forconfirmation from the School Districtbefore permitting the student(s) to getpicked up or dropped off from anyaddress other than his/her residence.

3. Pick up must be consistently at the sameaddress five days per week. Drop off mustbe consistently at the same address fivedays per week. No Exceptions. The A.M.and P.M. address may be different as longas it is consistent five days per week.

4. No new stops will be added. Students willbe required to be picked up and droppedoff at the nearest established stop.

5. No new bus route will be established ifthe addition of that bus route will result inan additional expense to be incurred bythe District.

Transportation will be provided to students whoare enrolled in NEW YORK STATE LICENSED daycare centers that are located in the West SenecaCentral School District. Parents and/or legal guard-ians are advised to make sure that the day carecenters they choose for the care of their children arefully licensed by the State of New York beforetransportation is requested.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING

MAYFLOWER DAY

8

West Senior• NYSFBC Band Competition,

Lancaster, NY• GED Exam …8 a.m.

West Elementary• Teacher Welcome Back

Breakfast …9 a.m.

West Elementary• Tea and Tissues …9:30 a.m.

West Senior• Student Council Meeting

…2 p.m.

East Senior• Varsity Football vs. Lake Shore

…7 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• “Get the Scoop” Ice CreamSocial …6:30-8:30 p.m.

West Senior• West vs. Clarence Alumni Night

…7 p.m.


Eastridge, NY

East Elementary• Entertainment Fundraiser• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.

West Middle• Student Council Campaign

Week 9/11-9/15West Senior

• Play Audition …2-9 p.m.• Orchestra Parent Meeting

…7 p.m.

East Middle• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.

West Elementary• PTA General Meeting …7 p.m.

West Senior• National Honor Society Meeting

…2 p.m.• Play Audition …2-9 p.m.

East Elementary• PTO Meeting …7 p.m.

East Middle• SDMT Meeting …7 a.m.

Northwood Elementary• PTO Fundraiser• Grs. 4-6 Open House …6:30 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Open House K, 1 and 2 …7 p.m.

West Senior• Electric Orchestra Rehearsal

…6:45-9 p.m.• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Meeting – Ice Cream

Social …6:30-9 p.m.• Fall Fundraiser Starts

Clinton Street Elementary• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.

East Senior• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Open House 3, 4, 5 and 6

…7 p.m.West Senior

• Internet Safety Assembly

East Senior• Varsity Football vs. Tonawanda

…7 p.m.West Elementary

• Fall Fundraiser Kick OffWest Middle

• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.

West Senior• Burchfield Nature and Arts

Center Band Performance

East Middle• Student Council Campaign

9/18-21East Senior

• School Pictures 9/18-9/21…7:40 a.m.-2 p.m.

West Middle• School Picture Day• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Open House K-3 …6:30 p.m.

East Elementary• Skating Party …6-8 p.m.

East Senior• Spirit Boosters Meeting …7 p.m.

West Senior• Wellness Committee Meeting

…2 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Open House 4-6 …6:30 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Curriculum Night Grs. K, 2, 6

East Elementary• PTO Room Mothersʼ Tea

…9:30 a.m.East Middle

• BookfairNorthwood Elementary

• Grs. K-3 Open House…6:30 p.m.

West Middle• Student Council Speeches

Allendale Elementary• PTL Meeting …7 p.m.

East Middle• School Pictures• Bookfair• Open House …7 p.m.

West Middle• Student Council Speeches• Open House …7-9:10 p.m.

West Senior• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.• Sports Booster Meeting

…8 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Begins

East Middle• School Pictures• Bookfair• Student Council Speeches

West Middle• Student Council Elections

Winchester Elementary• School Pictures

West Senior• GED Exam …8 a.m.• NYSFBC Band Competition,

Medina, NY

East Elementary• Entertainment Fundraiser Ends

East Middle• Student Council Elections

Officers/Homeroom Reps.• PTO Candy Sale

East Senior• District Parent Council Meeting


• Curriculum Orientation NightK-3 …7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Curriculum Night Grs. 1, 3, 4, 5

East Elementary• Open House K-6 …6:30 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• PTO Fundraiser Ends

West Elementary• Curriculum Orientation Night

Grs. 4-6 …7 p.m.West Middle

• SDMT Meeting 2:40 p.m.West Senior

• Electric Orchestra Rehearsal…6:45-9 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• School Picture Day

East Elementary• Picture Day

East Senior• Senior Parent Night …6-7 p.m.• Open House …6:30-9 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• US Borne Bookfair …9-3 p.m.• PTG Meeting …6:30 p.m.

West Elementary• Picture Day …9 a.m.-3 p.m.

West Senior• Open House …7 p.m.

East Middle• Welcome Back Dance

…7-9 p.m.East Senior

• Varsity Football vs. Hamburg…7 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• School Pictures

West Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Ends

West Senior• Red Cross Bloodmobile

…7:45 a.m.-1 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Fall Fundraiser Ends

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Senior CitizensReal Property Tax Exemption

The West Seneca Central School District offers atax exemption program to its senior citizens to relievethe tax burden for those with fixed incomes. Thosesenior citizens eligible shall be exempt from schooltaxation in accordance with the following table:

PERCENTAGE OF ASSESSED VALUATIONANNUAL INCOME EXEMPT FROM TAXATION BY W.S.C.S.D.$18,500 or less ............................................................. 50%More than $18,501 but less than $19,500 ........... 45%$19,501 or more but less than $20,500 ................ 40%$20,501 or more but less than $21,500 ................ 35%$21,501 or more but less than $22,400 ................ 30%$22,401 or more but less than $23,300 ................ 25%$23,301 or more but less than $24,200 ................ 20%$24,201 or more but less than $21,100 ................ 15%$25,101 or more but less than $26,000 ................ 10%$26,001 or more but less than $26,900 ................... 5%

Qualifications for Eligibility

• Real property must be owned by one or morepersons, each of whom is 65 years of age orover, or real property owned by husband andwife, one of whom is 65 years of age or over.

• Title of the property must be vested in the owner,or if more than one, in all the owners, for at leasttwenty-four consecutive months prior to the datethat the application for exemption is filed.

• The property must be used exclusively forresidential purposes, be occupied in the whole orin part by the owners, and constitute the legalresidence of the owners.

If you qualify, please contact your TownAssessor’s Office to file for an exemption.

Tax Relief for the Disabled

People with disabilities are also offered an addi-tional tax exemption in accordance with the sameincome table set forth above for senior citizens.Please contact your local Town Assessor’s Office formore filing information.

VandalismSchool district property represents a sizable

investment by district taxpayers. All of us, studentsand adults, share a responsibility to protect schoolproperty. Residents are asked to report to the policeunusual activity on school sites during evenings andweekends. Prompt reports can help avoid costlydamage. The district will use established legalchannels when suspected vandals are apprehended.

Community EducationOur Community Education program offers a

wealth of opportunities for lifelong learning. You canexpand a hobby, learn how to swim, try out a newlanguage, cook up a storm, dance, draw, exercise,travel, or firm up your finances. A new catalog comesout four times each year with hundreds of courses tochoose from. Academic programs include SATpreparation (fall and spring), and Regents Reviewclasses (January and June).

Classes are held Monday-Saturday in the fall,winter, and spring for learners of all ages. Summer-time offers a daytime program that adds a focus onchildren and family participation, including a range ofmusic lessons and academic enrichment programs.Catalogs are distributed approximately one monthbefore each session begins.

Office Hours • Monday through Thursday4:00 PM - 7:30 PM during class sessions

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM between sessions and summer

Fall Session • 12 weeksSeptember 25 - December 16, 2006

Winter Session • 8 weeksJanuary 29 - March 31, 2007

Spring Session • 8 weeksApril 23 - June 7, 2007

Summer Session • 6 weeksJuly 9 - August 17, 2007

Gold Cards

West Seneca School District residents,age 60 or older, are offered “gold cards”

giving a reduction on most class fees.Cards are issued at the Community Education

Office with proof of age.

Community Education classes are canceledwhen the West Seneca School District

is closed for emergencies or weather. Listento WBEN, WEBR, WJYE, WGR, or WKBW

prior to 6 p.m. for announcements of closings.For classes held at other locations (e.g. karate or

dance studios) contact that site directlyfor closing information.

October2006

West Senior• USSBA Band Competition,

Syracuse, NY

East Elementary• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.

East Middle• “Enjoy the City” Sale Begins

West Middle• Holiday Plant Sale


Northwood Elementary• Grs. 2-5 Algorithm Night

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• PTO Meeting …7 p.m.

East Elementary• Chuck E Cheeseʼs Night …4 p.m.

East Senior• Finance Academy Advisory

Board Meeting …8 a.m.West Senior

• Girls Flag Football …7-9 p.m.• Student Council Meeting …2 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Algorithm Night Elementary Grs. 2-5• PTA Board Meeting …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Open House …6 p.m.

West Elementary• School Spirit Day! Wear Blue

and WhiteWest Senior

• Homecoming Hot Dog Roast…5:30 p.m.

• West vs. Frontier …7 p.m.• Homecoming Dance …8-11 p.m.

EMERGENCY DRILL/EARLY DISMISSAL

West Senior• Homecoming Dance …7-11 p.m.

Gary Gaiser Run atFiremanʼs Park …10 a.m.

YOM KIPPUR

Sharon PattersonAlternative Learning Center, Grade 11

Miss Nicole Chernega, Teacher

Born in Malaga, Spain on Oct. 25,1881, Pablo Picasso is considered bymany art historians to be the greatest20th century artist. He is known forthe art style called Cubism, wherehe distorted the anatomy of theobjects’ features.

No other artist is more associatedwith the term “modern art” thanPablo Picasso. He created thousandsof paintings, prints, sculptures andceramics during a time span of about75 years.

NYS Guidelines RegardingAdministration of Medications in Schools

School nurses, principals, and other schoolpersonnel are often asked to dispense internalmedication to school children. Internal medication canonly be dispensed under the following policy:1. A written request from the parent/guardian.2. A written request from the physician which

indicates the frequency and the dosage of theprescribed medication.

3. The medication is to be brought in the prescribedlabeled bottle by an adult to the office.

Please do not send any aspirin, cold pills, coughdrops, inhalers, etc. to school with your child. Thedangers of this practice are possible choking andanother child may take the medicine resulting inserious consequences.

As stated above, medication will only be dis-pensed under the described conditions and this willbe strictly adhered to within a school situation.

School PhysicalsPhysical exams are required by New York State for

grades kindergarten, 2, 4, 7, 10,and all students newto the West Seneca School District. Studentsparticipating in interscholastic sports need a physicalyearly. We strongly encourage you to have thephysical exam performed by your child’s doctorbut if that exam is not received by the school nurse,one will be done by the school physician. You willreceive one written notice regarding this before theexam is done. If your school has a monthly buildingcalendar, it will be noted in the calendar the week thephysician will be in. If you have problems having thephysical done by private physician, contact yourschool nurse.

Counseling ResourcesSchool counselors, school psychologists, and school

social workers are available in each school for supportand referral services. The social work staff is as follows:

Susan Bingel ...................................... 677-3166Matt Bystrak ........................................ 677-3610Sean Hanley ........................................ 677-3384Katherine Di Pasquale ...................... 677-3591Susan Mitchell-Schulz ...................... 677-3631Lorraine Probst ................................... 677-3649Christopher Scozzaro ....................... 677-3567Kristen Syracuse ................................ 677-3695

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School ClosingDuring the course of the school year, and particu-

larly through the winter months, emergencies mayarise that force the closing of schools. In an effort toinsure the maximum safety of children, the followingprocedures will be followed:

1. If conditions are such that school must be closedbefore the start of the school day, announce-ments of such closing will be carried by localradio and television stations.

2. If it becomes necessary to close school after theschool day begins, children will be transportedhome as quickly as facilities will allow.

If schools are closed, ALL scheduled public andstudent activities will be canceled for that day and evening.

Community ResourcesThere are several community based public and

private agencies and therapists who provide counsel-ing services for children and families experiencing aproblem. Please call 677-3156 should you wish moreinformation.

Provided below is a brief list of local agencies whoprovide a variety of services. Inclusion or exclusion ofany agency or service does not imply approval ordisapproval by the West Seneca school system.


Student Attire GuidelinesAll students are expected to be well-groomed and

neatly dressed at all times. We take pride in theappearance of our students. Student dress shall in noway be so extreme as to be distracting or disruptive tothe educational process of the school. The followingguidelines for student attire are

1. Messages on clothing, jewelry, and personalbelongings that relate to drugs, alcohol, tobacco,sex, vulgarity, or that reflects adversely uponpersons because of their race or ethnic groupare not permitted.

2. Shorts, skirts, and dresses are considered tooshort if when holding one’s hands at one’s side,that hem or cuff does not reach the fingertips orbeyond.

3. Mid-cut shirts/tops that reveal the midriff are notacceptable. Tank tops are not acceptable unlessworn with another shirt that provides appropriatecoverage. Sleeveless blouses that provideappropriate coverage are acceptable.

4. Hats may not be worn in the building.

5. Footwear is required at all times and must be safe.

6. Wearing of a scent that has negative impact onothers is not permitted.

NOTE: Each building principal will informall students of the dress code atthe beginning of the school year.

Students who violate the school dress code shallbe required to modify their appearance by covering orremoving the offending item, and if necessary orpractical replacing it with an acceptable item. Anystudent who refuses to do so shall be subject todisciplinary action. Any student who repeatedly failsto comply with the dress code shall be subject tofurther disciplinary action.

Use Of School FacilitiesCommunity groups may use school facilities for

social, civic, and recreational meetings and enter-tainments, or other community welfare use when suchbuildings are not scheduled for school purposes.Policies regarding fees, insurance, restrictions, respon-sibilities for damages incurred, and safety requirementsfor use of swimming pools and other school facilitiesare available to applicants through the offices of thebuilding principals.

Substance PolicyOur schools have an important role in the early

detection of substance use, abuse, and dependency.They have a role in the protection of our studentsfrom the promotion and sale of alcohol andnonprescribed drugs. Therefore, no person may use,possess, sell, or distribute chemical substances normay they use or possess drug paraphernalia onschool grounds or at school-sponsored events exceptdrugs prescribed by a physician.

The term chemical substances refers to allsubstances including, but not limited to alcohol,hallucinogens, depressants, stimulants, steroids, look-alikes, and any of those substances referred to as“designer drugs.” The inappropriate use of prescrip-tion and over-the-counter drugs shall be prohibited.Additionally, the board of education strictly forbidsthe use of tobacco (including chewing) anywhere onschool property.

Disciplinary measures for students violating thispolicy will range from suspension to permanentexclusion, and referral for prosecution as outlined inthe Community Intervention Model.

Compliance with this policy is mandatory.

Working PapersYoung people between the ages of 11 and 17

who plan to work part or full time are required to haveworking papers. Applications for working papersmay be obtained from the Pupil Services Office or atany of the middle or senior high school buildings.

Alternative Learning CenterStudents are referred to the Alternative Learning

Center by their high school principal in consultationwith the student’s parent(s) or guardian.

Students who have had problems with atten-dance, behavior and/or earning necessary creditsto satisfy graduation requirements are candidatesfor this program. Students are expected to workon attitude and behavioral concerns in order tomeet with academic success. Individual attentionis given by affording students a smaller learningenvironment, flexible scheduling with emphasis oncourse mastery.

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East Elementary• Fall Fundraiser

Allendale Elementary• School Picture Day• Bookfair

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Ends

East Middle• PTO Meeting …6:30 p.m.

East Senior• SDMT Meeting …2 p.m.

West Senior• National Honor Society Meeting…2 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Bookfair

East Elementary• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.


West Elementary• Popcorn & Paws (Pause) for

Reading Grs. 1-3West Middle

• SDMT Meeting …2:40 p.m.West Senior


• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Meeting …7 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Bookfair/Family Night …6:30 p.m.


Northwood Elementary• PTO General Meeting …6-8 p.m.

West Middle• ELA Night …7 p.m.

West Senior• Orchestra Parent Meeting

…7 p.m.


East Middle• PTO Candy Sales Ends

Potters Road Elementary• Picture Day


and WhiteWest Middle

• Holiday Plant Sale Ends

Allendale Elementary• Bookfair/Apple Fest …12-3 p.m.

West Senior• LMBA Band Competition,

Northeast PA• SAT Exam

UNITED NATIONS DAY MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY

DAYLIGHT SAVINGTIME ENDS

Allendale Elementary• Everyday Math Game Hour

Gr. 3 …1:50-2:45 p.m.East Senior

• Homecoming WeekWest Elementary

• Scholastic Bookfair• Teacher Preview …3:30 p.m.

West Middle• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Everyday Math Game Hour

Gr. 3 …2-3 p.m.East Elementary

• Skating Party …6-8 p.m.East Senior

• Rochester Area College Fair…8:30-9:15 a.m.

• Powder Puff Football …4-8 p.m.• Bonfire• Spirit Boosters Meeting …7 p.m.

West Elementary• Scholastic Bookfair

…9 a.m.-8 p.m.West Senior

• Wellness CommitteeMeeting …2 p.m.

East Senior• Hall Decorating …12-4 p.m.


…9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Open House …7 p.m.

East Elementary• Gr. 3 Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.East Senior

• JV Pep AssemblyWest Senior

• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Halloween Bash …6:30 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Festival and Character

Counts CelebrationEast Elementary

• Family Fun Night …6-8 p.m.East Middle

• “Enjoy the City” Sale EndsEast Senior

• Varsity Pep Assembly• V Football vs. WS West …7 p.m.• Freshman/Sophomore Dance

…9-11:30 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Gr. 3 Everyday MathGame Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.

West Elementary• Honor the U.S.A. Day!

Wear Red, White & BlueWest Middle


East Senior• Homecoming Dance …7 p.m.

West Senior• PSAT Exam …7:45 a.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Gr. 3 Everyday Math

Game Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting


• Gr. 3 Everyday MathGame Hour …2-3 p.m.

West Middle• No Sweat Day

West Senior• Autumn Colors Concert …7 p.m.


Reading Grs. 4-6• Red Ribbon Day–Wear Red• Gr. 3 Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.West Middle

• Wear Red DayWest Senior


East Senior• Staff Development

…2:40-5:40 p.m.• WNY College Fair

…10:30-11:45 a.m.West Senior

• Sports Booster Meeting …8 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Gr. 3 Everyday Math Fun Hour…2-3 p.m.

• Bookfair Preview Day in Library• Bookfair Sale …3:30 p.m.

East Middle• Dance/Activity Night …7-9 p.m.

East Senior• Picture Make Up …7:40 a.m.-2 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• School Halloween Party

…6:30-8:30 p.m.West Elementary

• Cookie Dough Fundraiser Kick Off• School Spirit Day! Wear Blue & White

West Middle• Halloween Dress-up Day• Red Ribbon Dance …7-9:45 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Bookfair in Library• Bookfair Sale …3:30 p.m.• Fall Festival …6-8 p.m.

West Senior• ACT Exam …7:45 a.m.• GED Exam …8 a.m.• LMBA Band Championship,

Erie, PA

West Senior• NYSFBC Band Championships,

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Notice for Directory Information

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), aFederal law, requires that West Seneca Central School Districtwith certain exceptions, obtain your written consent prior to thedisclosure of personally identifiable information from your child’seducation records. However, West Seneca Central School Districtmay disclose appropriately designated “directory information”without written consent, unless you have advised the District to thecontrary in accordance with District procedures. The primarypurpose of directory information is to allow the West SenecaCentral School District to include this type of information from yourchild’s education records in certain school publications. Examplesinclude:

• A playbill, showing your student’s role in a drama production;• The annual yearbook;• Honor roll or other recognition lists;• Graduation programs; and• Sports activity sheets, such as for wrestling, showing weight

and height of team members.

Directory information, which is information that is generally notconsidered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can alsobe disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s priorwritten consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limitedto, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. Inaddition, two federal laws require local educational agencies(LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and SecondaryEducation Act of 1965 (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, uponrequest, with three directory information categories - names,addresses and telephone listings - unless parents have advised theLEA that they do not want their student’s information disclosedwithout their prior written consent.(1)

If you do not want West Seneca Central School District todisclose directory information from your child’s education recordswithout your prior written consent, you must notify the District inwriting by October 1, 2005.

West Seneca Central School District has designated thefollowing information as directory information: Note: an LEA may,but does not have to, include all the information listed below.

• Student’s name• Address• Telephone listing• Date and place of birth• Weight and height of members of athletic teams• Electronic mail address• Photograph• Participation in officially recognized activities/sports• Degrees, honors, and awards received• Major field of study• Dates of attendance• Grade level• The most recent educational agency or institution attended

Please Note:All rights and protections given parents/person

in parental relationship under the FERPAand this policy transfer to the student when

he or she reaches age 18, or attends apost-secondary school. The student then

becomes an “eligible student.”

provided an opportunity to opt their child out of such activities andsurveys. Parents will also be provided an opportunity to review anypertinent surveys.

Following is a list of the specific activities and surveys coveredunder this requirement:

• Collection, disclosure, or use of personal information formarketing, sales or other distribution.

• Administration of any protected information survey not fundedin whole or in part by ED.

• Any non-emergency, invasive physicalexamination or screening as described above.

Parents who believe their rights have beenviolated may file a complaint with:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education

400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, D.C. 20202-5901

Information Regarding Teacher Qualifications

In accordance with the federal No Child Left Behind Act of2001, parents have the right to request information regarding theprofessional qualifications of their child’s classroom teachers.Specifically, they have the right to request the following informationconcerning the child’s teachers:

• Whether the teacher has met New York State qualificationsand licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas heor she teaches;

• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or otherprovisional status under which state qualification or licensingcriteria have been waived;

• The teacher’s college major; whether the teacher has anyadvanced degrees and, if so, the subject of those degrees;

• If your child receives services from any instructional assistants orsimilar paraprofessionals, the qualifications for those individuals.

Written requests to receive any of the aforementionedinformation may be directed to:

Patrick PhelanAssistant Superintendent - Human Resources

1397 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224

Civil Rights Policy

The West Seneca Central School District, its officers andemployees shall not discriminate against any student, employee orapplicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin,political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status,veteran status, or disability. It is the policy of the Board ofEducation to comply with the regulations listed in Title IX of the1972 Educational Requirements and Section 504 of the Rehabili-tation Act of 1973. Any member of the West Seneca CentralSchool District staff or any pupil or parent believing discriminationbased on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, politicalaffiliation, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteranstatus, or disability should address questions and complaints tothe District Compliance Officers at 1397 Orchard Park Road,West Seneca, NY 14224: Assistant Superintendent for HumanResources — Patrick Phelan (677-3127); Assistant Superintendentfor Pupil Personnel Services – Charles Lehman (677-3156); orAssistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction – JeanKovach (677-3103).

b. Providing each teacher, at the beginning of the schoolyear or upon employment, with a copy of the policy;

c. Providing copies of the policy to any other member ofthe community upon request.

The policy consists of a comprehensive explanation of thefollowing items:

• Determination of Excused and Unexcused Absences,Tardiness, and Early Departures

• Student Attendance Record keeping/Data Collection

• Student Attendance/Course Credit

• Notice of Minimum Attendance Standard/InterventionStrategies

• Notice of Students who are Absent, Tardy or DepartEarly Without Proper Excuse

• Attendance Strategies and Programs

• Disciplinary Consequences

• Intervention Strategy Process

• Appeal Process

• Building Review of Attendance Records

• Annual Review by the Board of Education

For a copy of the Comprehensive Attendance Policy,please contact:

Charles J. LehmanAssistant Superintendent - Pupil Services

West Seneca Central School District1397 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224

HALF DAY ELEMENTARY STUDENTS

November2006

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HeritageMonth

Clinton Street Elementary• Scholastic Bookfair

…3:30-7:30 p.m.East Middle

• Scrips Gift Card SaleWest Senior

• Student Council Meeting …2 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Reflections


East Senior• Prisms Concert …7 p.m.-10 p.m

11/2-11/5 Finance Academy Trip

Allendale Elementary• Staff Thank You Lunch …12:30 p.m.

East Middle• Grs. 7, 8 Picture Retakes• Gr. 8 Class Picture

West Elementary• School Spirit Day! Wear Blue & White

West Middle• Multimedia Assemblies …8:30/9:30 a.m.

West Senior• Wellness Lock-in …7:30-11 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Picture Retake Day

NYSSMA Junior High Area All-State at Royalton-Hartland CSD

West Senior• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.• G.E.D. Exam …8 a.m.


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Megan SchermerhornWest Elementary, Grade 4

Ms. Amanda Albrechcinski, Teacher

Claude Monet was born on Nov.14, 1840 in Paris, France. He isconsidered the father of theImpressionist movement. In fact,Monet’s painting “Sunrise, anImpression” was the source of theterm “impressionism.”

Monet always worked outdoors,using small touches of unmixed colorto show how light was reflected fromwater and leaves. He liked to paint inthe full midday sun to avoid shadows.His technique was based on the ideathat nothing has single, fixed color;rather, the color changes according tothe way the light strikes it at anygiven moment. Monet’s fascinationwith light led him to paint severalstudies of exactly the same view atdifferent hours and different seasons.Some of his most famous seriesinclude “Haystacks” and “Lilies.”

Heather HirnyjEast Senior, Grade 11

Mr. Jason Perna

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Notification of Rights under FERPAfor Elementary and Secondary Schools

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligiblestudents”) certain rights with respect to the student’s educationrecords. These rights are:

(1) The right to inspect and review the student’s educationrecords within 45 days of the day the School receives a request foraccess.

Parents or eligible students should submit to the Schoolprincipal [or appropriate school official] a written request thatidentifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The School official willmake arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligiblestudent of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

(2) The right to request the amendment of the student’seducation records that the parent or eligible student believes areinaccurate.

Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend arecord that they believe is inaccurate. They should write the Schoolprincipal [or appropriate school official], clearly identify the part ofthe record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate. Ifthe School decides not to amend the record as requested by theparent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent oreligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to ahearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional informa-tion regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to theparent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

(3) The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiableinformation contained in the student’s education records, except tothe extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, isdisclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.A school official is a person employed by the School as anadministrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member(including health or medical staff and law enforcement unitpersonnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person orcompany with whom the School has contracted to perform aspecial task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, ortherapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee,such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting anotherschool official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if theofficial needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his orher professional responsibility.

Upon request, the West Seneca Central School Districtdiscloses education records without consent to officials of anotherschool district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

(4) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department ofEducation concerning alleged failures by the West Seneca CentralSchool District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. Thename and address of the Office that administers FERPA are:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-5901

Notification of Rights Under theProtection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)

PPRA affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct ofsurveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes,and certain physical exams. These include the right to:

• Consent before students are required to submit to a survey thatconcerns one or more of the following protected areas (“pro-tected information survey”) if the survey is funded in whole or inpart by a program of the U.S. Department of Education (ED)–

1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent;

2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family;

3. Sex behavior or attitudes;

4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;

5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close familyrelationships;

6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers,doctors, or ministers;

7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents; or

8. Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility.

• Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of –1. Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding;

2. Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screeningrequired as a condition of attendance, administered by theschool or its agent, and not necessary to protect the immediatehealth and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision, orscoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screeningpermitted or required under State law; and

3. Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personalinformation obtained from students for marketing or to sell orotherwise distribute the information to others.

• Inspect, upon request and before administration or use –

1. Protected information surveys of students;

2. Instruments used to collect personal information fromstudents for any of the above marketing, sales, or otherdistribution purposes; and

3. Instructional material used as part of the educationalcurriculum.

These rights transfer to from the parents to a student who is18 years old or an emancipated minor under State law.

West Seneca Central School District will/has developed andadopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding theserights, as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in theadministration of protected information surveys and the collection,disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales, orother distribution purposes. West Seneca Central School Districtwill directly notify parents of these policies at least annually at thestart of each school year and after any substantive changes. WestSeneca Central School District will also directly notify, such asthrough U.S. Mail or email, parents of students who are sched-uled to participate in the specific activities or surveys noted belowand will provide an opportunity for the parent to opt his or herchild out of participation of the specific activity or survey. WestSeneca Central School District will make this notification toparents at the beginning of the school year if the District hasidentified the specific or approximate dates of the activities orsurveys at that time. For surveys and activities scheduled after theschool year starts, parents will be provided reasonable notifica-tion of the planned activities and surveys listed below and be

LEGAL NOTICES

Comprehensive Student Attendance Policy

Statement of Overall Objectives:

School attendance is both a right and a responsibility. TheWest Seneca Central School District is an active partner withstudents and parents in the task of ensuring that all studentsmeet or exceed the New York State Learning Standards. TheWest Seneca Central School District recognizes that theconsistent school attendance, academic success, and schoolcompletion have a positive correlation. The ComprehensiveStudent Attendance Policy will assist to meet the followingobjectives:

a. To increase school completion for all students;

b. To raise student achievement and close gaps instudent performance;

c. To identify attendance patterns in order to designattendance improvement efforts;

d. To know the whereabouts of every student for safetyand other reason;

e. To verify that individual students are complying witheducation laws relating to compulsory attendance;

f. To determine the district’s average daily attendancefor State aid purposes.

Description of Strategies to Meet Objectives:

The West Seneca Central School District will:

a. Create and maintain a positive school buildingculture by fostering a positive physical and psycho-logical environment where the presence of strongadult role models encourages respectful andnurturing interactions between adults and students.This positive school culture is aimed at encouraginga high level of student bonding to the school, whichin turn should lead to increased attendance.

b. Develop a Comprehensive Student AttendancePolicy based upon the recommendations of amultifaceted District Policy Development Team thatincludes representation from the Board of Education,administrators, teachers, students, pupil servicesstaff, parents, and the community. The district willhold at least one public hearing prior to the adoptionof this collaboratively developed ComprehensiveStudent Attendance Policy.

c. Maintain accurate record keeping via a register ofattendance to record attendance, absence,tardiness, or early departure of each student.

d. Utilize data analysis systems for tracking individualstudent attendance and individual and group trendsin student attendance problems.

e. Develop early intervention strategies to improveschool attendance for all students.

Community Awareness:

The Board of Education shall promote necessary communityawareness of the district’s Comprehensive Student AttendancePolicy by:

a. Providing a plain language summary of the policy toparents or persons in parental relation to students atthe beginning of each school year and promoting theunderstanding of such a policy to students and theirparents/persons in parental relation;

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AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK •11/12-11/18NATIONAL CHILDREN’SBOOK WEEK •11/13-11/19

MARK TWAIN’S BIRTHDAY

NATIONAL COMMUNITYEDUCATION DAY

STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYNo School for StudentsMiddle and High SchoolsGrs. K-6 Staff Development AMGrs. K-6 Parent Conferences PMNo Students in Attendance

MARIE CURIE’S BIRTHDAY

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East Senior• Club Photos …7:40 a.m.-2 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• Picture Retakes

West Senior• Orchestra Parent Meeting …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Board Meeting …7 p.m.

NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK •11/6-11/10

East Middle• Kids Voting …4-7 p.m.

East Senior and West Senior• DECA Installation Dinner at

Salvatoreʼs …5:30 p.m.West Senior

• Fall Play …7:30 p.m.


West Middle• Picture Retakes

West Senior• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.• Fall Play …7:30 p.m.• Electric Orchestra Rehearsal

…6:45-9 p.m.

East Elementary• Picture Retakes

East Middle• Scrips Gift Card Sale Ends

West Elementary• Cookie Dough Fundraiser Ends• Picture Retakes

West Senior• Veterans Tribute …7:45 a.m.

East Senior• Student Council Craft Show

…10 a.m.-4 p.m.

East Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Ends

West Senior• Mother/Daughter Book Club

…7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Santa Shop

East Middle• Dessert Theater …7 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• PTO Meeting …6-8 p.m.

West Elementary• General PTA Meeting …7 p.m.


…2 p.m.

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Allendale Elementary• Picture Retake Day

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Pick Up …4-7 p.m.• Picture Retakes


Northwood Elementary• Bookfair …6-8 p.m.

West Elementary• Popcorn & Pause (Paws) for

Reading K-3West Middle


• Joint PTG Meeting with East Sr.…7 p.m.

• Senior Class Meeting…2 p.m.


East Middle• Instrumental Concert …7 p.m.

East Senior• Student Council Blood Drive

…7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.• NHS Induction …7 p.m.

West Senior• Sports Booster Meeting

…8 p.m.Winchester Elementary


Potters Road Elementary• Picture Retakes




NYSSMA Senior High AreaAll-State at SUNY Fredonia




…2 p.m.• National Honor Society

Induction …7 p.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Thanksgiving Feast …Noon


…6:45-9 p.m.

East Middle• Toys for Tots Drive Starts


East Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m.



Reading Grs. 4-6

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMSComprehensive District Education Plan (CDEP)

Elementary Program

Grades K through 6 provide a thorough foundation in the basic skills. Students are instructed inreading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. Classes are also provided in art,vocal and instrumental music, physical education, and health and safety. Starting in grade 4, studentsmay choose to study stringed or band instruments. All elementary music ensembles take part in winterand spring concerts featuring both choral and instrumental music. Computer education begins at theelementary level where it is integrated into the curriculum.

Special education classes and resource programs are offered to those children who need specialhelp in addition to regular classroom instruction.

Opportunities for students to extend their learning and develop their strengths are provided to allstudents in a variety of formats.

Promotion from one grade level to the next is based on a thorough analysis of each child’sprogress. Decisions are based on the needs of the student as determined by teachers and parentsworking together with the building principal. Students are graded quarterly and report cards are issuedat the end of each quarter.

Middle School Program

Grades 7 and 8 serve as a transition from elementary school to high school. While the middle schoolcurriculum continues the elementary school emphasis on basic skills, students are introduced to technologyeducation, home and career skills, foreign languages, and extracurricular activities such as interscholastic andintramural sports, student government, school newspaper, and the National Junior Honor Society. Studentsloop from 7th grade to 8th grade, assuring maximum continuity and support.

Middle school students receive a full year of instruction in English, social studies, mathematics, scienceand second language. Each year students are scheduled for courses in technology education, home andcareer skills, art, and general music. Physical education classes are offered on a regular basis throughout theyear. In addition, students may elect to participate in chorus, band or orchestra. The district boasts an award-winning cadet marching band featuring students from grades 4 through 8. Each school produces winter andspring instrumental and choral concerts.

Senior High School Program

Grades 9 through 12 are designed to prepare students for post secondary education and/or immediateemployment, or careers in the military. Business education, home economics courses, and technologyeducation courses are particularly helpful for students planning to work upon graduation. In addition, studentsmay attend the BOCES Occupational Center, which offers training for specific occupations.

Many electives are offered to add depth and scope to our students’ high school education. Electivesinclude courses in art, music, computers, technology, business, and family and consumer sciences, as well asthe traditional academic courses. Highly motivated students are offered advanced placement courses toenrich and accelerate their learning. Our high school ‘Academy’ programs offer students a variety of opportu-nities to focus their learning in a particular area of interest. High school instrumental students may participatein Concert Band, Marching Band and Jazz Ensemble. Musical productions and winter and spring instrumentaland choral concerts are presented by both high schools.

Comprehensive District Education PlanThe Comprehensive District Education Plan (CDEP)

is a three-year data-driven instructional plan. The effort todevelop the plan was exhaustive. The committee col-lected and analyzed district data, determined gaps be-tween current student achievement and our targets forachievement, identified the root causes of these gaps,and then developed a very detailed action plan consist-ing of goal statements, strategies, and major tasks andactivities that will lead to achievement of those goals.

Nine CDEP goals were identified:

• Curriculum Alignment: Align the curriculum K-12to improve student achievement.

• English Language Arts: The percent of students,including students with disabilities, performing atlevels 3 and 4 on the State ELA assessmentsgrades 3-8 will increase over the next three years.

• Mathematics: The percent of students, includingstudents with disabilities, performing at levels 3 and4 on the state math assessments grades 3-8, willincrease over the next three years.

• Science: Student performance at the masterylevel on all state science assessments will increaseover the next three years.

• Social Studies: The percent of students,including students with disabilities, performing atlevels 3 and 4 on the state social studies assess-ments grades 5 and 8 will increase over the nextthree years. Mastery will also increase.

• High School Regents: The percent of students,including students with disabilities, obtaining aRegents diploma with honors, or a Regentsdiploma with advanced distinction with honors, willincrease by increasing the percent of studentsachieving mastery level (85 percent or higher) onRegents exams.

• Technology: Computer technology will continueto be effectively integrated into the curriculum.

• Professional Development: Student achieve-ment will improve by supporting teachers throughrelevant, ongoing professional development.

• Collaborative Decision-making: Studentachievement will improve through collaborativedecision-making.

December2006


East Middle• Dessert Theater …7 p.m.• Canned Goods Drive 12/1-12/8

West Elementary• Holiday Family Event …6 p.m.• School Spirit Day!

Wear Blue & White

West Elementary• Fundraiser Pick Up

West Senior• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.


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Carmen SterlaceEast Senior High, Grade 12Mrs. Janus Stanek, Teacher

French painter, sculptorand lithographer HenriMatisse was regarded as amaster in the use of colorand form to convey emotion.He incorporated pattern inmany of his paintings andintroduced a cut papercollage technique. Hisbirthday is Dec. 31, 1869.

In 1905, Matisse was theringleader of the Fauves. Hisworks are characterized bybig blocks of bold, vibrantcolors and a deceptivesimplicity. He and Picassoare probably the two artistswho had the greatestinfluence on the course of20th century art.

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BILL OF RIGHTS DAY

CHRISTMAS DAY

FIRST DAY OF WINTER

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PEARL HARBOR DAY

Wall of Fame Induction Ceremonyat “Chicken Coop” …6 p.m.

EMILY DICKSON'S BIRTHDAY

The District

• Centralized in 1946, the West SenecaCentral School District is one of thelargest central school districts inWestern New York

• 25 square miles including portions ofthe towns of West Seneca,Cheektowaga, Orchard Park, andHamburg

• 7,498* students in 12 school buildings

• 3,755* kindergarten - sixth gradestudents in seven elementary buildings

• 1,255* seventh - eighth grade studentsin two middle schools

• 2,488* students in two high schoolsand alternative learning center

• Over 1,500 employees - teachers,administrators, and support staff

• Total budget of $92,039,873(2006-2007)

If You Have A Question

The Board of Education advises parents andother district residents who have questions orconcerns about their child(ren)’s education or otherschool-related problems to first try to resolve themat the level most directly involved. This is usually theclassroom teacher or school principal. If a satisfac-tory solution cannot be reached at this level,individuals should contact the appropriate districtoffice (curriculum, special education, athletics, etc.).

The recommended order of communication is

1. Your child’s teacher (call the school office tomake contact)

2. Your child’s school counselor (guidance) if ina secondary school

3. Your child’s principal4. If a curriculum question, the assistant

superintendent for Curriculum/Instruction5. If a Pupil Services or Special Education

question, the assistant superintendent ofPupil Services

6. The Superintendent of Schools7. The Board of Education

Phone numbers for schools and departmentsare listed within the pages of this directory.

Portions of the above information aredrawn from the SAFEHOME manual.

For information regarding theSAFEHOME program, contactMr. Charles Lehman, 677-3157.

How To Get To KnowYour Schools Better

The Board of Education recognizes the impor-tance of keeping the public informed about schoolmatters. To accomplish this, many avenues are usedto communicate school information. These include:

1. Individual school building publications andopen-house programs.

2. Publication of the district newsletter,"Our Schools."

3. Newspaper releases.

4. Radio and television announcements.

5. School-community organizations.

6. Pupil-carried bulletins.

7. Publication of board meeting highlights.

8. Public hearings and information meetings.

9. Hearing of Visitors at board meetings.

10. Open telephone communications.

11. Monthly cable television show – Channel 13.

12. The world-wide server (Internet) that containsinformation on schools and curricula.

13. School Home Page at www.wscschools.org

All residents, with or without children in school,are welcome to attend any school function. Schoolboard meetings provide regular opportunities fordistrict residents to voice their concerns.

Arrangements for school conferences or visits toschools should be made by calling the buildingprincipal.

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT

Mission StatementThe mission of the West Seneca Central School District is to provide a diversified educational program which will

produce literate, caring, ethical, responsible, and productive citizens who are capable of adapting to change.

* Enrollment figures as of June 23, 2006.


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WRIGHT BROTHERS’ 1STFLIGHT ANNIVERSARY

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…2 p.m.• Student Council Food Drive

12/4-12/15• Musical Auditions …2-9 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Holiday Concert at West Senior


• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Musical Auditions …2-9 p.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Flex Day …1-8:15 p.m.

East Elementary• Santaʼs Secret Shop• Fall Fundraiser Pick Up …3-7 p.m.

East Senior• Financial Aid Night …6-8 p.m.• Second Open House …1-8:15

Northwood Elementary• Santaʼs Secret Shop …6-8 p.m.


Reading Grs. K-3West Middle

• Holiday Plant Pick Up…3:30-7:30 p.m.

West Senior• Flex Day/Parent Conferences

…12:30-7:45 p.m.• Financial Aid &

Scholarship Night …6 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Board Meeting …7 p.m.

KWANZAA


Clinton Street Elementary• US Borne Bookfair …3:30-7:30

East Elementary• Gr. 6 Musical …7 p.m.

West Senior• Holiday Art Sale …2-4 p.m.• Orchestra and Band Parent

Meeting …7 p.m.• Musical Auditions …2-9 p.m.

MS Flex/Parent Conference

Allendale Elementary• Holiday Fun Night …6:30 p.m.

East Middle• Canned Goods Drive Ends

West Elementary• School Spirit Day!

Wear Blue & WhiteWest Senior

• Holiday Art Sale …8 a.m.-3 p.m.

West Senior• ACT Exam …7:45 a.m.

West Middle• Tree Decorating• Candy Cane Sale 12/11-12/13


…6:45-9 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• Roller Skating Party …6-8 p.m.


…2 p.m.• Winter Sketches Concert

…7 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Holiday Concert at West Senior

…7 p.m.Clinton Street Elementary

• Gr. 1 Holiday Performance …10 a.m.East Elementary

• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.• Holiday Night


Northwood Elementary• Holiday Concert at

East Middle …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Holiday Party• PTA Social …7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Winter Concert at East Senior

…7 p.m.West Middle

• Holiday Concert …7 p.m.

East Middle• Toys for Tots Drive Ends


Wear Blue & WhiteWest Middle

• Tree Decorating Ends• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.

Winchester Elementary• Holiday Shop-All Day


East Middle• Winter Choral Concert …7 p.m.

West Elementary• Holiday Concert at West Senior


• Wellness Committee Meeting…2 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• 6th Gr. Musical …7 p.m.



• SDMT Meeting …2:40 p.m.Winchester Elementary


East Senior• Winter Concert …7 p.m.

East Elementary• Santa Visit

West Middle• Holiday Dress Day

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January2007

August2007


…2 p.m.• Orchestra Parent Meeting

…7 p.m.

East Middle• Yearbook Sale


Wear Blue & White

West Senior• G.E.D. …8 a.m.

ECMEA Elementary Vocal/Jazz/Auditions at Depew CSD


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Kady HochulskiNorthwood Elementary, Grade 5

Mrs. Jeanine Beyer, Teacher

Paul Cezanne was born on Jan. 19,1839. A visionary ahead of his time,Cezanne’s innovative style, use ofperspective composition and colorprofoundly influenced 20th century art.He used color with passion andcreativity, giving his brush strokesstructure, solidity, and durability.

For many years, still lifes andlandscapes were Cezanne’s maintopic, composing more than 200 stilllife paintings. “Apples and Oranges”is one of his most famous still-lifecompositions. Cezanne records theslightest variations in tone and colorobserved over long periods as well asthe forms of geometry he consideredthe most frequent in nature–the“cylinder, sphere, and the cone.”

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CHRISTMAS DAY (ORTHODOX)

East Senior and West Senior• DECA WNY Competition

…8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Gr. 2 Everyday Math

Game Hour …1:50-2:45 p.m.East Elementary

• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.West Senior

• Arts Festival …7-9 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Gr. 2 Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.East Middle

• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.West Elementary

• PTA General Meeting …7 p.m.West Senior

• National Honor Society Meeting…2 p.m.


Northwood Elementary• Gr. 2 Everyday Math

Game Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.West Middle

• Math Night …7-9 p.m.West Senior

• Academy Information Night…6:30 p.m.

• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Movie Night …6-8 p.m.



• Winter Dance …7-9:45 p.m.

West Senior• G.E.D. Exam …8 a.m.

ECMEA Junior High Auditions atOrchard Park High School



West Elementary• P.A.R.P. Begins

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Wellness Committee Meeting

…2 p.m.



• SDMT Meeting …2:40 p.m.


West Elementary• Gr. 2 Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.West Senior

• PTG–Top Ten Recognition…7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Meeting …7 p.m.


East Middle• Yearbook Sale Ends

Northwood Elementary• Just Desserts Volunteer

Appreciation Party …7-9 p.m.West Elementary

• Honor the U.S.A.!Wear Red, White & Blue


West Middle• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.

Winchester Elementary• Spring Fundraiser Starts

ECMEA Senior High Auditions atAlden CSD

East Middle• Yearbook Activity Pictures

1/22-1/25West Middle

• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.Winchester Elementary


East Senior• SDMT Meeting …12-2 p.m.

West Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m. (Teachersʼ Center)West Senior

• Regents Exams through 1/26

East Elementary• Winter Sketches Concert


• Popcorn & Paws (Pause) forReading Grs. 4-6

West Senior• 8th Gr. Elective Night

…6:30 p.m.• Sports Booster Meeting


• K-4 Skating Party-DJ Spinners…6-8 p.m.



• Staff Recognition LuncheonWinchester Elementary


Allendale Elementary• Winterfest …1-3 p.m.

East Elementary• Winterfest …1-3 p.m.

West Senior• SAT Exam


East Elementary• Spring Fundraiser

West Middle• Niagara Candy Sale


…7 p.m.

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East Elementary• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.• Gr. 2 Everyday Math


• SDMT Meeting …7 a.m.East Senior

• Academy Night …6:30 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• PTO General Meeting …6-8 p.m.West Elementary

• Popcorn & Paws (Pause) forReading Grs. K-3

West Senior• Cap and Gown

Measurement …8-12 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Board Meeting…7 p.m. 10

Emily SchoepflinEast Middle, Grade 7

Mischelle Sharpe, Teacher

Born in Clonakilty,County Cork, Ireland, onAug. 10, 1848, WilliamMichael Harnett movedwith his family toPhiladelphia in 1849.Harnett studied paintingat the Cooper Union andNational Academy ofDesign; he continued hisartistic training inPhiladelphia at thePennsylvania Academyof Fine Arts (1876-78).

Harnett was almostexclusively a painter ofstill lifes. He is mostfamous for his “trompel’oeil” paintings, cleverillusions that convincethe viewer that he islooking at the actualobjects, rather than at apainted recreation.

SUNDAY MONDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYTUESDAY WEDNESDAY

FLAG DAY

FATHER’S DAY

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February2007


HELEN KELLER’S BIRTHDAY

REGENTS EXAMS • 6/14 - 6/22

NationalChildren’s

Dental HealthMonth


Dental HealthMonth

West Senior• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• Boys Night Out …6-8 p.m.

West Elementary• P.A.R.P. Ends

West Senior• Orchestra Spaghetti Dinner

…4-7 p.m.

East Senior• Student Council Dance

…8-11 p.m.West Senior

• Snowball Dance …7-11 p.m.


Allendale Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.West Elementary

• 6th Gr. CelebrationWest Senior

• Music Department Picnic-Klocʼs…3-7 p.m.

East Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• Student Council AwardsBreakfast …7:30 a.m.

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting• National Honor Society Meeting

…2 p.m.

46th Annual Bruce HawksElementary Track Meet at WestSenior …6 p.m.Rain Date for Elementary TrackMeet 6/6 …6 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• PTO General Meeting

…6-8 p.m.• Gr. K Everyday Math

Game Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.West Elementary

• 1st Gr. Play Sea Cruise…6:30 p.m.

West Senior• Scholarship Awards Night …7 p.m.• Graduation Rehearsal …8 a.m.

Winchester Elementary• Volunteer Dinner …6 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Donuts With Dad

East Senior• Senior Prom @ Adamʼs Mark

…7-11 p.m.Potters Road Elementary

• Gr. K Everyday MathGame Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.



• Moving-up Day• Assembly/Lunch• Moving-up Day Dance …7-9:45 p.m.



• Donuts with Dad inCafeteria …8-9 a.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Picnic …11 a.m.

East Senior• Retirement Dinner …3 p.m.

West Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.

East Elementary• Patriotic Program …7 p.m.

East Middle• PTO Breakfast …9:30 a.m.• PTO Meeting …6:30 p.m.


West Elementary• PTA Meeting/Volunteer Dinner

…6 p.m.• Gr. K Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• Donuts with Dad

…7:30-8:30 a.m.Winchester Elementary

• Gr. K Everyday MathGame Hour …2-3 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Flag Day Celebration …9:30 a.m.

East Senior• Honor Convocation …7 p.m.

West Elementary• Flag Day Ceremony!

Wear Red, White & Blue …9:30 a.m.West Senior

• Orchestra Parent Meeting withBand …7 p.m.


• Gerrie Schleifer Field Day

Allendale Elementary• Earth Spirit Day• Volunteer Thank You Party

Clinton Street Elementary• Field Day

East Elementary• School Picnic

West Elementary• Field Day

8 Wall of Fame Golf Tournamentat Holland Hills …12 Noon

Allendale Elementary• Field Day/Ice Cream Social

Clinton Street Elementary• Meet the Teacher Day

Northwood Elementary• Field Day

Potters Road Elementary• Kindergarten Celebration

…10 a.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Kindergarten Concert …10 a.m.

West Elementary• Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Winchester Elementary• Awards Assembly Grs. 1-5

East Senior• Graduation at U. B. Center

For The Arts …7 p.m.


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Kole KlostermanWest Middle, Grade 8Mr. Orrin Pava, Teacher

Franz Marc was born in Munich,Germany, on Feb. 8, 1880.Influenced by August Macke, hedeveloped a rich, chromaticsymbolism. He depicted a mysticalworld of animals, especially horses,employing devices of distortion toexpress the animals’ own awarenessof their lives. Marcs will forever beremembered for his paintings ofanimals in brilliant colors andsimplified, nearly Cubist forms.

Marc’s pictorial conception ofnature became increasingly abstract,resulting in the formation of colorful,crystalline patterns. Together withKandinsky and Klee, Marc was aleader of the Blaue Reiter group. Hewas killed in World War I.Characteristic examples of his art are“Gazelle” and “Blue Horses.”


Clinton Street Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.East Elementary

• Earth Spirit DayEast Senior and West Senior

• FA Advisory Board Meeting…8-9 a.m.

• FA & AOIT Graduation…5:30 p.m.

East Senior• GAA Banquet …2 p.m.



• PTA Board Meeting …7p.m.

REGENTS EXAMS • 6/14 - 6/22 REGENTS EXAMS • 6/14 - 6/22

Allendale Elementary• 6th Gr. Moving Up Day

Clinton Street Elementary• Gr. 6 Promotion Ceremony …10 a.m.

East Elementary• Gr. 6 Moving-Up Day

Potters Road Elementary• Gr. 6 Moving-Up Day …9:30 a.m.

West Elementary• 6th Gr. Recognition Ceremony

…9:45 a.m.West Senior

• Graduation at U.B Center ForThe Arts …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• 6th Gr. Graduation …10 a.m.

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THOMAS A. EDISON’SBIRTHDAY

SUSAN B. ANTHONY’SBIRTHDAY

MARDI GRAS

SCHOOL RESUMES

June2007


PRESIDENT’S DAY

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ECMEA Elementary MusicRehearsal at Cheektowaga CS

ASH WEDNESDAY


West Middle• Valentineʼs Sale 2/5-2/7


…7 p.m.

East Middle• Winter Instrumental Concert

…7 p.m.


East Senior• Cap and Gown Measurements

…10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.• 9th Gr. Elective Night …6:30 p.m.


Reading Grs. K-3West Senior

• Financial Academy BoardMeeting …8 a.m.

• Student Council Meeting…2 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Board Meeting

…7 p.m.

East Senior and West Senior• PTG Joint Meeting at

West Senior …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Meeting …7 p.m.West Senior

• Cap & Gown Measurements…8 a.m.-Noon

East Elementary• 100th Day Celebration


• Dance/Activity Night …7-9 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Sweetheart Dance …6-8 p.m.West Elementary

• 100th Day Celebration• School Spirit Day!


• Niagara Candy Sale Ends• PTO Family Activity Night

Winchester Elementary• Spring Fundraiser Ends

East Elementary• Father/Daughter Dance

…6:30-8:30 p.m.





• P.A.R.P. Week 2/12-2/16




…2 p.m.



East Senior• Musical …7:30 p.m.

West Elementary• Presidentʼs Day Program …7 p.m.


…8 p.m.• Music Department Disney Trip

2/15-2/19Winchester Elementary

• P.A.R.P. Week/Bookfair-All Day• P.A.R.P. Family Fun Night

…6-8 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Father/Daughter Dance

…6:30 p.m.East Senior

• Musical …7:30 p.m.West Elementary

• Honor the U.S.A. Day!Wear Red, White & Blue

Winchester Elementary• P.A.R.P. Week/Bookfair-All Day

East Senior• Musical …2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.



Winchester Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m.

FireworksSafetyMonth

Alternative Learning Center• Senior Breakfast

…7:45-8-45 a.m.East Middle

• Ice Cream Social…11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Dance …7-9 p.m.West Elementary

• 6th Gr. Celebration• School Spirit Day!


• Senior Prom-Hyatt Regency…6-11 p.m.


MARCH 2007S M T W T F S

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Anthony VuichAllendale Elementary, Grade 4

Ms. H. Ricotta, Teacher

Frida Kahlo was one of the greatestMexican artists of the 20th century.She was born in Coyoacan, Mexico,on July 6, 1907. Frida suffered a greatdeal in her short life, but she used herpainful experiences as subject matterfor some of the most passionate self-portraits ever painted. They were away of helping her cope with herproblems. Frida was labeled aSurrealist because of the realistic,dreamlike quality of her paintings.

ABRAHAM LINCOLN’SBIRTHDAY


MEMORIAL DAYNO SCHOOL

6

00

320 0 0 10

7 8 9 10 12

13 14 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 30 31

MOTHER’S DAY

29DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

11

ARMED FORCES DAY

NATIONAL TEACHER DAY

March2007

ASH WEDNESDAY(LENT BEGINS)

ADOPTION OF U.S.NATIONAL ANTHEM

READING IS FUN WEEK ANNUAL ELECTION AND BUDGET VOTEAT EAST SENIOR…7 AM - 9 PM

NationalNutritionMonth®

MusicIn Our

SchoolsMonth

15

Northwood Elementary• Movie Night …6:30-8:30 p.m.


Wear Blue & White

ECMEA Rehearsal at Kleinhans

ECMEA Senior High Jazz Festivalat Amherst High School


ECMEA Elementary MusicConcerts at Kleinhans


East Senior• Spring Concert II …7 p.m.

West Senior• Tribute to Seniors Concert

…7 p.m.

NATIONAL MUSIC WEEK5/6-5/13,BE KIND TO ANIMALS WEEK5/6-5/12,TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK5/6-5/12

NATIONAL SCHOOL NURSE DAY

NATIONAL EDUCATIONALBOSSES’ WEEK

East Elementary• PTO Board Meeting


• French Honor SocietyRehearsal …2:15 p.m.

AP Exams 5/7-5/17



West Elementary• General PTÅ Meeting …7 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Spring Concert at West Senior

…7 p.m.• National Honor Society Meeting

…2 p.m.• Motherʼs Day Rehearsal at OLV

…2-6 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Staff Appreciation Lunch…11:20 a.m.-1:15 p.m.


Clinton Street Elementary• Spring Concert at East Senior


• Muffins with Mom…7:30-8:30 a.m.

West Elementary• Popcorn and Paws (Pause) for


• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.• French Honor Society Induction

…7:15 p.m.


Winchester Elementary• PTA Meeting (Elections)

…7 p.m.

Motherʼs Day Concert at OLVBasilica …7:30 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Muffins with Mom

East Elementary• 1st Grade Motherʼs Day

Program …1:30 p.m.West Elementary

• School Spirit Day!Wear Blue & White

West Senior• G.E.D. Exam …7:45 a.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Language of Learning

Week Begins -Exhibition…5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Ice Cream Social …6-7:30 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Art Splash …6:30-8 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Muffins with Mom in Cafeteria…8-9 a.m.

East Elementary• Fine Arts/Ice Cream Social


East Senior• Chicken BBQ

(Front Parking Lot) …3-7 p.m.West Elementary

• Letʼs Celebrate the Arts …6-8 p.m.West Senior


District Wide Arts Night

Allendale Elementary• Spring Concert at West Senior

…7 p.m.East Middle


• Kiwanis Awards …7 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Spring Concert at East Middle…7 p.m.

West Middle• SDMT Meeting …2:40 p.m.


…6:45-9 p.m.


East Middle• Choral/Orchestra Concert

…7 p.m.East Senior

• 2nd Language AwardsAssembly …2:15 p.m.

West Middle• Spring Concert …7:30 p.m.


…8 p.m.

East Senior• Junior Prom @ Creekside

…6:30-11 p.m.• Post Prom Party

…11 p.m.-3 a.m.West Elementary


West Senior• Jr. Semi-formal Prom @

Lucarelliʼs …7 p.m.• Jr. Post Dance Celebration

…11 p.m.-3:30 a.m.Winchester Elementary

• 5th and 6th Gr. Dance …6-8 p.m.


East Middle• District Parent Council Meeting


• Spring Concert at West Senior…7 p.m.

West Senior• Kiwanis Awards …7 p.m.• Orchestra Parent Meeting


• Spring Concert …7 p.m.

East Elementary• Spring Concert I …7 p.m.

East Middle• Honor Society Induction …7 p.m.


…6-8 p.m.West Elementary


Winchester Elementary• Earth Spirit Day-Sponsored by

the PTA-All Day

Students of Excellence Dinner atKlocʼs Grove …5:30 p.m.

East Senior• Student Council Teacher/

Student of the Year Recognition…2 p.m.

• Spring Concert I …7 p.m.West Elementary

• Kindergarten OrientationWestleyʼs Dining Den …9:20 a.m.

• 3rd Gr. Recorder Concert …7 p.m.• Spring Concert at West Senior


• NJHS Induction Ceremony…7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Chicken BBQ and Theme

Basket Auction …4-7 p.m.• Earth Spirit Day

East Middle• Gr. 7 Field Day

…8 a.m-2:30 p.m.• Gr. 8 Class Day


Wear Red, White & Blue

East Senior• Physics Day …8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.• SDMT Meeting …2 p.m.

West Senior• Academy Night Graduation

…6:30 p.m.

East Middle• Band/Jazz Concert …7 p.m.

East Senior• Academy Night Graduation

PLTW/POE/ACT/AVA…6:30 p.m.

Monday .......... May 7 ....... Govʼt. & Politics .............. AMMay 7 ....... French ............................. PM

Tuesday ......... May 8 ....... Spanish Language ......... AMWednesday .... May 9 ....... Calculus AB .................... AMThursday ........ May 10 ..... English Literature ........... AMFriday ............. May 11 ...... US History ....................... AM

May 11 ...... Studio in Art .................... PMMonday .......... May 14 ..... Biology ............................ AM

May 14 ..... Physics B ........................ PMTuesday ......... May 15 ..... Chemistry ........................ AMWednesday .... May 16 ..... English ............................ AMThursday ........ May 17 ..... Macro Economics ........... AM

May 17 ..... World History .................. AM

AP EXAMS GIVEN AT EAST & WEST SENIOR:


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APRIL 2007S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14

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Kyle LarsonEast Senior, Grade 11

Mrs. Barbara Bauda, Teacher

Vincent Van Gogh was bornMarch 30, 1853 in Groot-Zundest,Holland. Van Gogh’s finest workswere produced in less than threeyears in a style known asImpressionism. The brush strokeswere symbolic, using intense color, toshow movement and vibration ofform and line. Studio in Art studentsstudied and replicated the style ofVan Gogh leaving the marker strokesin their landscape renderings.

SUNDAY MONDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYTUESDAY WEDNESDAY SATURDAY

432 5

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

12 13 14 15 17

18 19 20 21 22 24

25

ST. PATRICK’S DAY16

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27 28 29 30 31

11

26

FIRST DAY OF SPRING 23STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYNO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

HALF DAY/GRS. K-6

May2007


NATIONAL FOREIGNLANGUAGE WEEK3/5 - 3/11

GIRL SCOUT WEEK


HORACE MANN’S BIRTHDAYANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRSTAMERICAN MAN IN SPACE

ALBERT EINSTEIN’S BIRTHDAY

East Middle• Penny Wars End

West Elementary• Family Movie Night …6:30 p.m.• School Spirit Day!

Wear Blue & White

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLEKID DAY ®

ECMEA Senior High Jazz Concertat Amherst High School




East Senior• Cap & Gown Measurements

…10:30 a.m.• AP Night …7 p.m.


…2 p.m.• Electric Orchestra Rehearsal

…6:45-9 p.m.• Musical …7:30 p.m.


NYS DECA Career Conference-Rochester, NY 3/7-3/9


East Middle• Parent Conferences

…5:30-8:30 p.m.East Senior

• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.West Middle

• College Night …7-8:30 p.m.West Senior

• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.• Musical …7:30 p.m.



• Musical …7:30 p.m.



• Musical …1 p.m. Matinee and7:30 p.m.

• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.• G.E.D. Exam …7:45 a.m.

West Elementary• Scholastic Bookfair Teacher

Preview …3:40 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Spring Picture Day

Clinton Street Elementary• Spring Picture Day




• National Honor Society …2 p.m.• Band Rehearsal …7 p.m.



…9 a.m.-8 p.m.• Popcorn & Paws (Pause) for


• Band Festival Concert …7 p.m.


East Senior• Almost Spring Concert …7 p.m.



• Career Fair at BOCES Campus…6:30 p.m.

• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Meeting (ReflectionsPresentation) …7 p.m.



• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.• Spring Dance …7-9:45 p.m.

ECMEA Junior High SouthFestival (Grades 7-9) at EdenJunior/Senior High School


East Middle• Penny Wars Start

Northwood Elementary• Spring Pictures



…7 p.m.

East Middle• Bookfair• Family Fun Night …5-8 p.m.

East Senior• SDMT Meeting …2 p.m.• Spirit Boosters Meeting …7 p.m.



…2 p.m.


…6:45-9 p.m.

East Middle• Bookfair• Drama Club Play …7 p.m.


…7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.West Senior

• Sports Booster Meeting…8 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Tentative Rocket into Reading

…5 p.m.

East Elementary• Mother/Son Movie …6-8 p.m.


East Senior• Strikes for Kids …11 p.m.-6 a.m.

Northwood Elementary• Kindergarten Cap and Gown

Pictures• Theme Tray Auction …6-8 p.m.


ECMEA Senior High Festival atUB North (Grs. 10-12) ECMEA Senior High Festival at

UB North (Grs. 10-12)

Clinton Street Elementary• Kindergarten Cap and Gown

PicturesEast Elementary

• Celebrate Learning Week3/26-30

Clinton Street Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m.




East Elementary• Celebrate Learning Night

West Middle• Candy Sale Pick Up

…3:30-7:30 p.m.West Senior

• Charity Festival …5-10 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Grandparentsʼ Day Grs. K-2

NationalPhysical

Fitness andSportsMonth

LAW DAY

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Motherʼs Day Rehearsal

Bel Canto …9 p.m.


West Senior• Teacher Reception …2 p.m.• Student Council Meeting


…6:45-9 p.m.Winchester Elementary


West Senior• Motherʼs Day Rehearsal

…6-9 p.m.

East Middle• Master Choral Class …9 a.m.



• Sports Booster Chicken BBQ…3-7 p.m.

West Senior• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.• G.E.D. Exam …7:45 a.m.

Computer Clinic at WestElementary …9 a.m.-3 p.m.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING(BUDGET PRESENTATION ATWEST MIDDLE …7 PM)


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Breanna ShanahanPotters Road Elementary, Grade 4

Mr. Brian DeGlopper, Teacher

Keith Haring wasborn on May 4, 1958in Reading, Penn. Hedeveloped a love fordrawing at a very earlyage, learning basiccartooning skills fromhis father and from thepopular culture aroundhim, such as Dr. Seussand Walt Disney.

In 1980, Haringfound a highlyeffective medium thatallowed him tocommunicate with thewider audience hedesired, when henoticed the unusedadvertising panelscovered with matteblack paper in asubway station. Hebegan to createdrawings in whitechalk upon these blackpaper panels.Between 1980 and1985, Haringproduced hundreds ofthese public drawingsin rapid rhythmic lines,sometimes creating asmany as forty “subwaydrawings” in one day.


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12 13

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THOMAS JEFFERSON’SBIRTHDAY

24

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK4/15 - 4/21

0

9 10 11

APRIL FOOL’S DAY

PUBLIC SCHOOLVOLUNTEER WEEK4/16 - 4/22

Spring Recess –No School

Spring Recess –No School

SCHOOL RESUMES

2007

YOUNG PEOPLE’SPOETRY WEEK4/16 - 4/22

DAYLIGHT SAVINGTIME BEGINS PASSOVER GOOD FRIDAY

EASTERANNIVERSARY OF THEFIRST MAN IN SPACE

ANNIVERSARY OFPAUL REVERE’S RIDE

EARTH DAYWILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’SBIRTHDAY

National DECA Conference -Orlando, FL 4/28-5/1


…9:30 a.m.



West Senior• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Broadway Revue …7 p.m.

East Senior• “Anything Goes” Choral Concert







West Elementary• Poetry Week 4/16-4/20


Allendale Elementary• Gr. 1 Everyday Math Game


• PTO Meeting …6:30 p.m.East Senior

• Spirit Boosters Meeting …7 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• PTO General Meeting …6-8 p.m.West Senior



• Electric Orchestra Meeting…6:45-9 p.m.



• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.East Middle

• SDMT Meeting …7 a.m.West Middle


• Elementary District ChorusRehearsal …6:30 p.m.


• PTA Meeting (Nominations) …7 p.m.



• Music Department Trip4/19-4/22

West Senior• District Jazz Festival Rehearsal

…6:30 p.m.• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.



• Dance/Activity Night …7-9 p.m.West Elementary



West Senior• District Jazz Festival Concert

“Jazz at Its Best” …7 p.m.


Game Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.• Be Excited About Reading Week

(B.E.A.R.) 4/23-4/27West Senior

• Orchestra Parent Meeting…7 p.m.

• Mother/Daughter Book Club…7 p.m.



• Poetry Coffee House…6:30 p.m.

• District Parent Council Meeting…7 p.m.


Reading Grs. 4-6• Gr. 1 Everyday Math


• 6th Gr. Parent Orientation…6:30-8 p.m.

West Senior• Elementary District Chorus

Rehearsal …6:30 p.m.

East Senior• Class of 2008 Spaghetti Dinner

…3:30 p.m.-7 p.m.• Drama Showcase …7:30 p.m.• Career Day



• Motherʼs Day String Rehearsal…6-9 p.m.


East Middle• Walkmania …9 a.m.-12 p.m.

West Senior• Elementary District Chorus

Concert …2 p.m.


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AprilCaitlin Kelschenbach

West Senior High, Grade 9Mr. Christopher Galley, Teacher

Thomas Hart Benton was born onApril 15, 1889 in Neosho, Mo.Benton studied at the Art Institute ofChicago, resided briefly in Paris andNew York City, then settled in KansasCity, working as an instructor ofdrawing/painting at the Kansas CityArt Institute. Benton was part of theRegionalist Movement and is wellknown for his mural paintings thatdepict common everyday scenes ofMidwestern life. The figures in hisworks often appear cartoon-likethrough the way he distorts the boneand muscular structure of their faces.His most famous murals are located inJefferson City, and in the TrumanLibrary in Independence, Missouri.

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Clinton Street Elementary• Volunteer Tea …9:30 a.m.

East Senior• Drama Showcase …7:30 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• Family Fun Night …6-8 p.m.



• Elementary District ChorusDress Rehearsal …6:30 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Gr. 1 Everyday Math

Fun Hour …2-3 p.m.• Spring Festival …6-8 p.m.

National DECA Competition -Orlando, FLNATIONAL ARBOR DAY

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13 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

S M T W T F SMAY 2007

KeepAmericaBeautiful

Month

SUNDAY MONDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYTUESDAY WEDNESDAY SATURDAY

432 5

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

12 13 14 15 17

18 19 20 21 22 24

25

ST. PATRICK’S DAY16

0 1


0

27 28 29 30 31

11

26

FIRST DAY OF SPRING 23STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYNO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

HALF DAY/GRS. K-6

May2007


NATIONAL FOREIGNLANGUAGE WEEK3/5 - 3/11

GIRL SCOUT WEEK


HORACE MANN’S BIRTHDAYANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRSTAMERICAN MAN IN SPACE

ALBERT EINSTEIN’S BIRTHDAY

East Middle• Penny Wars End

West Elementary• Family Movie Night …6:30 p.m.• School Spirit Day!

Wear Blue & White

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLEKID DAY ®

ECMEA Senior High Jazz Concertat Amherst High School




East Senior• Cap & Gown Measurements

…10:30 a.m.• AP Night …7 p.m.



…6:45-9 p.m.• Musical …7:30 p.m.


NYS DECA Career Conference-Rochester, NY 3/7-3/9


East Middle• Parent Conferences


• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.West Middle

• College Night …7-8:30 p.m.West Senior

• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.• Musical …7:30 p.m.



• Musical …7:30 p.m.



• Musical …1 p.m. Matinee and7:30 p.m.

• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.• G.E.D. Exam …7:45 a.m.

West Elementary• Scholastic Bookfair Teacher

Preview …3:40 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Spring Picture Day

Clinton Street Elementary• Spring Picture Day




• National Honor Society …2 p.m.• Band Rehearsal …7 p.m.



…9 a.m.-8 p.m.• Popcorn & Paws (Pause) for


• Band Festival Concert …7 p.m.


East Senior• Almost Spring Concert …7 p.m.



• Career Fair at BOCES Campus…6:30 p.m.

• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Meeting (ReflectionsPresentation) …7 p.m.



• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.• Spring Dance …7-9:45 p.m.



East Middle• Penny Wars Start

Northwood Elementary• Spring Pictures



…7 p.m.

East Middle• Bookfair• Family Fun Night …5-8 p.m.

East Senior• SDMT Meeting …2 p.m.• Spirit Boosters Meeting …7 p.m.



…2 p.m.


…6:45-9 p.m.



…7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.West Senior


Winchester Elementary• Tentative Rocket into Reading

…5 p.m.

East Elementary• Mother/Son Movie …6-8 p.m.


East Senior• Strikes for Kids …11 p.m.-6 a.m.

Northwood Elementary• Kindergarten Cap and Gown

Pictures• Theme Tray Auction …6-8 p.m.


ECMEA Senior High Festival atUB North (Grs. 10-12) ECMEA Senior High Festival at

UB North (Grs. 10-12)

Clinton Street Elementary• Kindergarten Cap and Gown

PicturesEast Elementary

• Celebrate Learning Week3/26-30

Clinton Street Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m.




East Elementary• Celebrate Learning Night

West Middle• Candy Sale Pick Up

…3:30-7:30 p.m.West Senior

• Charity Festival …5-10 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Grandparentsʼ Day Grs. K-2

NationalPhysical

Fitness andSportsMonth

LAW DAY

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Motherʼs Day Rehearsal

Bel Canto …9 p.m.


West Senior• Teacher Reception …2 p.m.• Student Council Meeting




West Senior• Motherʼs Day Rehearsal

…6-9 p.m.

East Middle• Master Choral Class …9 a.m.



• Sports Booster Chicken BBQ…3-7 p.m.

West Senior• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.• G.E.D. Exam …7:45 a.m.

Computer Clinic at WestElementary …9 a.m.-3 p.m.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING(BUDGET PRESENTATION ATWEST MIDDLE …7 PM)


1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30

Breanna ShanahanPotters Road Elementary, Grade 4

Mr. Brian DeGlopper, Teacher

Keith Haring wasborn on May 4, 1958in Reading, Penn. Hedeveloped a love fordrawing at a very earlyage, learning basiccartooning skills fromhis father and from thepopular culture aroundhim, such as Dr. Seussand Walt Disney.

In 1980, Haringfound a highlyeffective medium thatallowed him tocommunicate with thewider audience hedesired, when henoticed the unusedadvertising panelscovered with matteblack paper in asubway station. Hebegan to createdrawings in whitechalk upon these blackpaper panels.Between 1980 and1985, Haringproduced hundreds ofthese public drawingsin rapid rhythmic lines,sometimes creating asmany as forty “subwaydrawings” in one day.


MEMORIAL DAYNO SCHOOL

6

00

320 0 0 10

7 8 9 10 12

13 14 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 30 31

MOTHER’S DAY

29DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

11

ARMED FORCES DAY

NATIONAL TEACHER DAY

March2007

ASH WEDNESDAY(LENT BEGINS)

ADOPTION OF U.S.NATIONAL ANTHEM

READING IS FUN WEEK ANNUAL ELECTION AND BUDGET VOTEAT EAST SENIOR…7 AM - 9 PM

NationalNutritionMonth®

MusicIn Our

SchoolsMonth

15

Northwood Elementary• Movie Night …6:30-8:30 p.m.


Wear Blue & White

ECMEA Rehearsal at Kleinhans



ECMEA Elementary MusicConcerts at Kleinhans


East Senior• Spring Concert II …7 p.m.

West Senior• Tribute to Seniors Concert

…7 p.m.

NATIONAL MUSIC WEEK5/6-5/13,BE KIND TO ANIMALS WEEK5/6-5/12,TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK5/6-5/12

NATIONAL SCHOOL NURSE DAY

NATIONAL EDUCATIONALBOSSES’ WEEK



• French Honor SocietyRehearsal …2:15 p.m.

AP Exams 5/7-5/17



West Elementary• General PTÅ Meeting …7 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Spring Concert at West Senior

…7 p.m.• National Honor Society Meeting

…2 p.m.• Motherʼs Day Rehearsal at OLV

…2-6 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Staff Appreciation Lunch…11:20 a.m.-1:15 p.m.


Clinton Street Elementary• Spring Concert at East Senior


• Muffins with Mom…7:30-8:30 a.m.

West Elementary• Popcorn and Paws (Pause) for


• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.• French Honor Society Induction

…7:15 p.m.


Winchester Elementary• PTA Meeting (Elections)

…7 p.m.

Motherʼs Day Concert at OLVBasilica …7:30 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Muffins with Mom

East Elementary• 1st Grade Motherʼs Day

Program …1:30 p.m.West Elementary


West Senior• G.E.D. Exam …7:45 a.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Language of Learning

Week Begins -Exhibition…5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Ice Cream Social …6-7:30 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Art Splash …6:30-8 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Muffins with Mom in Cafeteria…8-9 a.m.

East Elementary• Fine Arts/Ice Cream Social


East Senior• Chicken BBQ

(Front Parking Lot) …3-7 p.m.West Elementary

• Letʼs Celebrate the Arts …6-8 p.m.West Senior


District Wide Arts Night

Allendale Elementary• Spring Concert at West Senior

…7 p.m.East Middle


• Kiwanis Awards …7 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Spring Concert at East Middle…7 p.m.

West Middle• SDMT Meeting …2:40 p.m.


…6:45-9 p.m.


East Middle• Choral/Orchestra Concert

…7 p.m.East Senior

• 2nd Language AwardsAssembly …2:15 p.m.

West Middle• Spring Concert …7:30 p.m.


…8 p.m.

East Senior• Junior Prom @ Creekside

…6:30-11 p.m.• Post Prom Party

…11 p.m.-3 a.m.West Elementary


West Senior• Jr. Semi-formal Prom @

Lucarelliʼs …7 p.m.• Jr. Post Dance Celebration

…11 p.m.-3:30 a.m.Winchester Elementary

• 5th and 6th Gr. Dance …6-8 p.m.


East Middle• District Parent Council Meeting


• Spring Concert at West Senior…7 p.m.

West Senior• Kiwanis Awards …7 p.m.• Orchestra Parent Meeting


• Spring Concert …7 p.m.

East Elementary• Spring Concert I …7 p.m.

East Middle• Honor Society Induction …7 p.m.


…6-8 p.m.West Elementary


Winchester Elementary• Earth Spirit Day-Sponsored by

the PTA-All Day

Students of Excellence Dinner atKlocʼs Grove …5:30 p.m.

East Senior• Student Council Teacher/

Student of the Year Recognition…2 p.m.

• Spring Concert I …7 p.m.West Elementary

• Kindergarten OrientationWestleyʼs Dining Den …9:20 a.m.

• 3rd Gr. Recorder Concert …7 p.m.• Spring Concert at West Senior


• NJHS Induction Ceremony…7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Chicken BBQ and Theme

Basket Auction …4-7 p.m.• Earth Spirit Day

East Middle• Gr. 7 Field Day

…8 a.m-2:30 p.m.• Gr. 8 Class Day


Wear Red, White & Blue

East Senior• Physics Day …8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.• SDMT Meeting …2 p.m.

West Senior• Academy Night Graduation

…6:30 p.m.

East Middle• Band/Jazz Concert …7 p.m.

East Senior• Academy Night Graduation

PLTW/POE/ACT/AVA…6:30 p.m.

Monday .......... May 7 ....... Govʼt. & Politics .............. AMMay 7 ....... French ............................. PM

Tuesday ......... May 8 ....... Spanish Language ......... AMWednesday .... May 9 ....... Calculus AB .................... AMThursday ........ May 10 ..... English Literature ........... AMFriday ............. May 11 ...... US History ....................... AM

May 11 ...... Studio in Art .................... PMMonday .......... May 14 ..... Biology ............................ AM

May 14 ..... Physics B ........................ PMTuesday ......... May 15 ..... Chemistry ........................ AMWednesday .... May 16 ..... English ............................ AMThursday ........ May 17 ..... Macro Economics ........... AM

May 17 ..... World History .................. AM

AP EXAMS GIVEN AT EAST & WEST SENIOR:


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Kyle LarsonEast Senior, Grade 11

Mrs. Barbara Bauda, Teacher

Vincent Van Gogh was bornMarch 30, 1853 in Groot-Zundest,Holland. Van Gogh’s finest workswere produced in less than threeyears in a style known asImpressionism. The brush strokeswere symbolic, using intense color, toshow movement and vibration ofform and line. Studio in Art studentsstudied and replicated the style ofVan Gogh leaving the marker strokesin their landscape renderings.


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NATIONALSCHOOL COUNSELINGWEEK • 2/5 - 2/9

THOMAS A. EDISON’SBIRTHDAY

SUSAN B. ANTHONY’SBIRTHDAY

MARDI GRAS

SCHOOL RESUMES

June2007


PRESIDENT’S DAY

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Reading Grs. …4-6West Middle




ASH WEDNESDAY


West Middle• Valentineʼs Sale 2/5-2/7


…7 p.m.

East Middle• Winter Instrumental Concert

…7 p.m.


East Senior• Cap and Gown Measurements

…10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.• 9th Gr. Elective Night …6:30 p.m.



• Financial Academy BoardMeeting …8 a.m.

• Student Council Meeting…2 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Board Meeting

…7 p.m.

East Senior and West Senior• PTG Joint Meeting at

West Senior …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Meeting …7 p.m.West Senior

• Cap & Gown Measurements…8 a.m.-Noon

East Elementary• 100th Day Celebration


• Dance/Activity Night …7-9 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Sweetheart Dance …6-8 p.m.West Elementary

• 100th Day Celebration• School Spirit Day!


• Niagara Candy Sale Ends• PTO Family Activity Night

Winchester Elementary• Spring Fundraiser Ends

East Elementary• Father/Daughter Dance

…6:30-8:30 p.m.





• P.A.R.P. Week 2/12-2/16




…2 p.m.



East Senior• Musical …7:30 p.m.

West Elementary• Presidentʼs Day Program …7 p.m.


…8 p.m.• Music Department Disney Trip

2/15-2/19Winchester Elementary

• P.A.R.P. Week/Bookfair-All Day• P.A.R.P. Family Fun Night

…6-8 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Father/Daughter Dance

…6:30 p.m.East Senior

• Musical …7:30 p.m.West Elementary

• Honor the U.S.A. Day!Wear Red, White & Blue

Winchester Elementary• P.A.R.P. Week/Bookfair-All Day

East Senior• Musical …2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.



Winchester Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m.

FireworksSafetyMonth

Alternative Learning Center• Senior Breakfast

…7:45-8-45 a.m.East Middle

• Ice Cream Social…11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Dance …7-9 p.m.West Elementary

• 6th Gr. Celebration• School Spirit Day!


• Senior Prom-Hyatt Regency…6-11 p.m.



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Anthony VuichAllendale Elementary, Grade 4

Ms. H. Ricotta, Teacher

Frida Kahlo was one of the greatestMexican artists of the 20th century.She was born in Coyoacan, Mexico,on July 6, 1907. Frida suffered a greatdeal in her short life, but she used herpainful experiences as subject matterfor some of the most passionate self-portraits ever painted. They were away of helping her cope with herproblems. Frida was labeled aSurrealist because of the realistic,dreamlike quality of her paintings.

ABRAHAM LINCOLN’SBIRTHDAY


FLAG DAY

FATHER’S DAY

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HALF DAY/GRS. K-6 HALF DAY/GRS. K-6 HALF DAY/GRS. K-6

February2007


HELEN KELLER’S BIRTHDAY

REGENTS EXAMS • 6/14 - 6/22


Dental HealthMonth


Dental HealthMonth

West Senior• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• Boys Night Out …6-8 p.m.

West Elementary• P.A.R.P. Ends

West Senior• Orchestra Spaghetti Dinner

…4-7 p.m.

East Senior• Student Council Dance


• Snowball Dance …7-11 p.m.


Allendale Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.West Elementary

• 6th Gr. CelebrationWest Senior

• Music Department Picnic-Klocʼs…3-7 p.m.

East Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• Student Council AwardsBreakfast …7:30 a.m.

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting• National Honor Society Meeting

…2 p.m.

46th Annual Bruce HawksElementary Track Meet at WestSenior …6 p.m.Rain Date for Elementary TrackMeet 6/6 …6 p.m.




…6-8 p.m.• Gr. K Everyday Math


• 1st Gr. Play Sea Cruise…6:30 p.m.

West Senior• Scholarship Awards Night …7 p.m.• Graduation Rehearsal …8 a.m.

Winchester Elementary• Volunteer Dinner …6 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Donuts With Dad

East Senior• Senior Prom @ Adamʼs Mark

…7-11 p.m.Potters Road Elementary

• Gr. K Everyday MathGame Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.



• Moving-up Day• Assembly/Lunch• Moving-up Day Dance …7-9:45 p.m.



• Donuts with Dad inCafeteria …8-9 a.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Picnic …11 a.m.

East Senior• Retirement Dinner …3 p.m.

West Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.

East Elementary• Patriotic Program …7 p.m.

East Middle• PTO Breakfast …9:30 a.m.• PTO Meeting …6:30 p.m.


West Elementary• PTA Meeting/Volunteer Dinner

…6 p.m.• Gr. K Everyday Math

Game Hour …2-3 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• Donuts with Dad

…7:30-8:30 a.m.Winchester Elementary

• Gr. K Everyday MathGame Hour …2-3 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Flag Day Celebration …9:30 a.m.

East Senior• Honor Convocation …7 p.m.

West Elementary• Flag Day Ceremony!

Wear Red, White & Blue …9:30 a.m.West Senior

• Orchestra Parent Meeting withBand …7 p.m.


• Gerrie Schleifer Field Day

Allendale Elementary• Earth Spirit Day• Volunteer Thank You Party

Clinton Street Elementary• Field Day

East Elementary• School Picnic

West Elementary• Field Day

8 Wall of Fame Golf Tournamentat Holland Hills …12 Noon

Allendale Elementary• Field Day/Ice Cream Social

Clinton Street Elementary• Meet the Teacher Day

Northwood Elementary• Field Day

Potters Road Elementary• Kindergarten Celebration

…10 a.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Kindergarten Concert …10 a.m.

West Elementary• Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Winchester Elementary• Awards Assembly Grs. 1-5

East Senior• Graduation at U. B. Center

For The Arts …7 p.m.


FIRST DAY OF SUMMER


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Kole KlostermanWest Middle, Grade 8Mr. Orrin Pava, Teacher

Franz Marc was born in Munich,Germany, on Feb. 8, 1880.Influenced by August Macke, hedeveloped a rich, chromaticsymbolism. He depicted a mysticalworld of animals, especially horses,employing devices of distortion toexpress the animals’ own awarenessof their lives. Marcs will forever beremembered for his paintings ofanimals in brilliant colors andsimplified, nearly Cubist forms.

Marc’s pictorial conception ofnature became increasingly abstract,resulting in the formation of colorful,crystalline patterns. Together withKandinsky and Klee, Marc was aleader of the Blaue Reiter group. Hewas killed in World War I.Characteristic examples of his art are“Gazelle” and “Blue Horses.”


Clinton Street Elementary• Gr. K Everyday Math


• Earth Spirit DayEast Senior and West Senior

• FA Advisory Board Meeting…8-9 a.m.

• FA & AOIT Graduation…5:30 p.m.

East Senior• GAA Banquet …2 p.m.



• PTA Board Meeting …7p.m.

REGENTS EXAMS • 6/14 - 6/22 REGENTS EXAMS • 6/14 - 6/22

Allendale Elementary• 6th Gr. Moving Up Day

Clinton Street Elementary• Gr. 6 Promotion Ceremony …10 a.m.

East Elementary• Gr. 6 Moving-Up Day

Potters Road Elementary• Gr. 6 Moving-Up Day …9:30 a.m.

West Elementary• 6th Gr. Recognition Ceremony


• Graduation at U.B Center ForThe Arts …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• 6th Gr. Graduation …10 a.m.

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January2007

August2007


…2 p.m.• Orchestra Parent Meeting

…7 p.m.

East Middle• Yearbook Sale


Wear Blue & White

West Senior• G.E.D. …8 a.m.

ECMEA Elementary Vocal/Jazz/Auditions at Depew CSD


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Kady HochulskiNorthwood Elementary, Grade 5

Mrs. Jeanine Beyer, Teacher

Paul Cezanne was born on Jan. 19,1839. A visionary ahead of his time,Cezanne’s innovative style, use ofperspective composition and colorprofoundly influenced 20th century art.He used color with passion andcreativity, giving his brush strokesstructure, solidity, and durability.

For many years, still lifes andlandscapes were Cezanne’s maintopic, composing more than 200 stilllife paintings. “Apples and Oranges”is one of his most famous still-lifecompositions. Cezanne records theslightest variations in tone and colorobserved over long periods as well asthe forms of geometry he consideredthe most frequent in nature–the“cylinder, sphere, and the cone.”

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CHRISTMAS DAY (ORTHODOX)

East Senior and West Senior• DECA WNY Competition

…8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Gr. 2 Everyday Math


• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.West Senior

• Arts Festival …7-9 p.m.



• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.West Elementary

• PTA General Meeting …7 p.m.West Senior





• Math Night …7-9 p.m.West Senior

• Academy Information Night…6:30 p.m.

• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.




• Winter Dance …7-9:45 p.m.


ECMEA Junior High Auditions atOrchard Park High School



West Elementary• P.A.R.P. Begins

West Senior• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Wellness Committee Meeting

…2 p.m.







• PTG–Top Ten Recognition…7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Meeting …7 p.m.


East Middle• Yearbook Sale Ends

Northwood Elementary• Just Desserts Volunteer

Appreciation Party …7-9 p.m.West Elementary

• Honor the U.S.A.!Wear Red, White & Blue



Winchester Elementary• Spring Fundraiser Starts

ECMEA Senior High Auditions atAlden CSD

East Middle• Yearbook Activity Pictures

1/22-1/25West Middle

• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.Winchester Elementary


East Senior• SDMT Meeting …12-2 p.m.

West Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m. (Teachersʼ Center)West Senior

• Regents Exams through 1/26

East Elementary• Winter Sketches Concert



West Senior• 8th Gr. Elective Night

…6:30 p.m.• Sports Booster Meeting


• K-4 Skating Party-DJ Spinners…6-8 p.m.



• Staff Recognition LuncheonWinchester Elementary


Allendale Elementary• Winterfest …1-3 p.m.

East Elementary• Winterfest …1-3 p.m.

West Senior• SAT Exam



West Middle• Niagara Candy Sale


…7 p.m.


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East Elementary• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.• Gr. 2 Everyday Math



• Academy Night …6:30 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• PTO General Meeting …6-8 p.m.West Elementary


West Senior• Cap and Gown

Measurement …8-12 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Board Meeting…7 p.m. 10

Emily SchoepflinEast Middle, Grade 7

Mischelle Sharpe, Teacher

Born in Clonakilty,County Cork, Ireland, onAug. 10, 1848, WilliamMichael Harnett movedwith his family toPhiladelphia in 1849.Harnett studied paintingat the Cooper Union andNational Academy ofDesign; he continued hisartistic training inPhiladelphia at thePennsylvania Academyof Fine Arts (1876-78).

Harnett was almostexclusively a painter ofstill lifes. He is mostfamous for his “trompel’oeil” paintings, cleverillusions that convincethe viewer that he islooking at the actualobjects, rather than at apainted recreation.

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FIRST DAY OF WINTER

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Wall of Fame Induction Ceremonyat “Chicken Coop” …6 p.m.

EMILY DICKSON'S BIRTHDAY

The District

• Centralized in 1946, the West SenecaCentral School District is one of thelargest central school districts inWestern New York

• 25 square miles including portions ofthe towns of West Seneca,Cheektowaga, Orchard Park, andHamburg

• 7,498* students in 12 school buildings

• 3,755* kindergarten - sixth gradestudents in seven elementary buildings

• 1,255* seventh - eighth grade studentsin two middle schools

• 2,488* students in two high schoolsand alternative learning center

• Over 1,500 employees - teachers,administrators, and support staff

• Total budget of $92,039,873(2006-2007)

If You Have A Question

The Board of Education advises parents andother district residents who have questions orconcerns about their child(ren)’s education or otherschool-related problems to first try to resolve themat the level most directly involved. This is usually theclassroom teacher or school principal. If a satisfac-tory solution cannot be reached at this level,individuals should contact the appropriate districtoffice (curriculum, special education, athletics, etc.).

The recommended order of communication is

1. Your child’s teacher (call the school office tomake contact)

2. Your child’s school counselor (guidance) if ina secondary school

3. Your child’s principal4. If a curriculum question, the assistant

superintendent for Curriculum/Instruction5. If a Pupil Services or Special Education

question, the assistant superintendent ofPupil Services

6. The Superintendent of Schools7. The Board of Education

Phone numbers for schools and departmentsare listed within the pages of this directory.

Portions of the above information aredrawn from the SAFEHOME manual.

For information regarding theSAFEHOME program, contactMr. Charles Lehman, 677-3157.

How To Get To KnowYour Schools Better

The Board of Education recognizes the impor-tance of keeping the public informed about schoolmatters. To accomplish this, many avenues are usedto communicate school information. These include:

1. Individual school building publications andopen-house programs.

2. Publication of the district newsletter,"Our Schools."

3. Newspaper releases.

4. Radio and television announcements.

5. School-community organizations.

6. Pupil-carried bulletins.

7. Publication of board meeting highlights.

8. Public hearings and information meetings.

9. Hearing of Visitors at board meetings.

10. Open telephone communications.

11. Monthly cable television show – Channel 13.

12. The world-wide server (Internet) that containsinformation on schools and curricula.

13. School Home Page at www.wscschools.org

All residents, with or without children in school,are welcome to attend any school function. Schoolboard meetings provide regular opportunities fordistrict residents to voice their concerns.

Arrangements for school conferences or visits toschools should be made by calling the buildingprincipal.

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT

Mission StatementThe mission of the West Seneca Central School District is to provide a diversified educational program which will

produce literate, caring, ethical, responsible, and productive citizens who are capable of adapting to change.

* Enrollment figures as of June 23, 2006.


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…2 p.m.• Student Council Food Drive

12/4-12/15• Musical Auditions …2-9 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Holiday Concert at West Senior


• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Musical Auditions …2-9 p.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Flex Day …1-8:15 p.m.

East Elementary• Santaʼs Secret Shop• Fall Fundraiser Pick Up …3-7 p.m.

East Senior• Financial Aid Night …6-8 p.m.• Second Open House …1-8:15

Northwood Elementary• Santaʼs Secret Shop …6-8 p.m.


Reading Grs. K-3West Middle

• Holiday Plant Pick Up…3:30-7:30 p.m.

West Senior• Flex Day/Parent Conferences

…12:30-7:45 p.m.• Financial Aid &

Scholarship Night …6 p.m.Winchester Elementary


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Clinton Street Elementary• US Borne Bookfair …3:30-7:30

East Elementary• Gr. 6 Musical …7 p.m.

West Senior• Holiday Art Sale …2-4 p.m.• Orchestra and Band Parent

Meeting …7 p.m.• Musical Auditions …2-9 p.m.

MS Flex/Parent Conference

Allendale Elementary• Holiday Fun Night …6:30 p.m.

East Middle• Canned Goods Drive Ends



• Holiday Art Sale …8 a.m.-3 p.m.


West Middle• Tree Decorating• Candy Cane Sale 12/11-12/13


…6:45-9 p.m.





…2 p.m.• Winter Sketches Concert

…7 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Holiday Concert at West Senior

…7 p.m.Clinton Street Elementary

• Gr. 1 Holiday Performance …10 a.m.East Elementary

• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.• Holiday Night


Northwood Elementary• Holiday Concert at

East Middle …7 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• Holiday Party• PTA Social …7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Winter Concert at East Senior



East Middle• Toys for Tots Drive Ends



• Tree Decorating Ends• PTO Meeting …9:30 a.m.

Winchester Elementary• Holiday Shop-All Day


East Middle• Winter Choral Concert …7 p.m.

West Elementary• Holiday Concert at West Senior



Potters Road Elementary• 6th Gr. Musical …7 p.m.



• SDMT Meeting …2:40 p.m.Winchester Elementary


East Senior• Winter Concert …7 p.m.

East Elementary• Santa Visit

West Middle• Holiday Dress Day

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMSComprehensive District Education Plan (CDEP)

Elementary Program

Grades K through 6 provide a thorough foundation in the basic skills. Students are instructed inreading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. Classes are also provided in art,vocal and instrumental music, physical education, and health and safety. Starting in grade 4, studentsmay choose to study stringed or band instruments. All elementary music ensembles take part in winterand spring concerts featuring both choral and instrumental music. Computer education begins at theelementary level where it is integrated into the curriculum.

Special education classes and resource programs are offered to those children who need specialhelp in addition to regular classroom instruction.

Opportunities for students to extend their learning and develop their strengths are provided to allstudents in a variety of formats.

Promotion from one grade level to the next is based on a thorough analysis of each child’sprogress. Decisions are based on the needs of the student as determined by teachers and parentsworking together with the building principal. Students are graded quarterly and report cards are issuedat the end of each quarter.

Middle School Program

Grades 7 and 8 serve as a transition from elementary school to high school. While the middle schoolcurriculum continues the elementary school emphasis on basic skills, students are introduced to technologyeducation, home and career skills, foreign languages, and extracurricular activities such as interscholastic andintramural sports, student government, school newspaper, and the National Junior Honor Society. Studentsloop from 7th grade to 8th grade, assuring maximum continuity and support.

Middle school students receive a full year of instruction in English, social studies, mathematics, scienceand second language. Each year students are scheduled for courses in technology education, home andcareer skills, art, and general music. Physical education classes are offered on a regular basis throughout theyear. In addition, students may elect to participate in chorus, band or orchestra. The district boasts an award-winning cadet marching band featuring students from grades 4 through 8. Each school produces winter andspring instrumental and choral concerts.

Senior High School Program

Grades 9 through 12 are designed to prepare students for post secondary education and/or immediateemployment, or careers in the military. Business education, home economics courses, and technologyeducation courses are particularly helpful for students planning to work upon graduation. In addition, studentsmay attend the BOCES Occupational Center, which offers training for specific occupations.

Many electives are offered to add depth and scope to our students’ high school education. Electivesinclude courses in art, music, computers, technology, business, and family and consumer sciences, as well asthe traditional academic courses. Highly motivated students are offered advanced placement courses toenrich and accelerate their learning. Our high school ‘Academy’ programs offer students a variety of opportu-nities to focus their learning in a particular area of interest. High school instrumental students may participatein Concert Band, Marching Band and Jazz Ensemble. Musical productions and winter and spring instrumentaland choral concerts are presented by both high schools.

Comprehensive District Education PlanThe Comprehensive District Education Plan (CDEP)

is a three-year data-driven instructional plan. The effort todevelop the plan was exhaustive. The committee col-lected and analyzed district data, determined gaps be-tween current student achievement and our targets forachievement, identified the root causes of these gaps,and then developed a very detailed action plan consist-ing of goal statements, strategies, and major tasks andactivities that will lead to achievement of those goals.

Nine CDEP goals were identified:

• Curriculum Alignment: Align the curriculum K-12to improve student achievement.

• English Language Arts: The percent of students,including students with disabilities, performing atlevels 3 and 4 on the State ELA assessmentsgrades 3-8 will increase over the next three years.

• Mathematics: The percent of students, includingstudents with disabilities, performing at levels 3 and4 on the state math assessments grades 3-8, willincrease over the next three years.

• Science: Student performance at the masterylevel on all state science assessments will increaseover the next three years.

• Social Studies: The percent of students,including students with disabilities, performing atlevels 3 and 4 on the state social studies assess-ments grades 5 and 8 will increase over the nextthree years. Mastery will also increase.

• High School Regents: The percent of students,including students with disabilities, obtaining aRegents diploma with honors, or a Regentsdiploma with advanced distinction with honors, willincrease by increasing the percent of studentsachieving mastery level (85 percent or higher) onRegents exams.

• Technology: Computer technology will continueto be effectively integrated into the curriculum.

• Professional Development: Student achieve-ment will improve by supporting teachers throughrelevant, ongoing professional development.

• Collaborative Decision-making: Studentachievement will improve through collaborativedecision-making.

December2006


East Middle• Dessert Theater …7 p.m.• Canned Goods Drive 12/1-12/8

West Elementary• Holiday Family Event …6 p.m.• School Spirit Day!

Wear Blue & White

West Elementary• Fundraiser Pick Up



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Carmen SterlaceEast Senior High, Grade 12Mrs. Janus Stanek, Teacher

French painter, sculptorand lithographer HenriMatisse was regarded as amaster in the use of colorand form to convey emotion.He incorporated pattern inmany of his paintings andintroduced a cut papercollage technique. Hisbirthday is Dec. 31, 1869.

In 1905, Matisse was theringleader of the Fauves. Hisworks are characterized bybig blocks of bold, vibrantcolors and a deceptivesimplicity. He and Picassoare probably the two artistswho had the greatestinfluence on the course of20th century art.

THANKSGIVING DAY

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FULL DAY PARENT TEACHERCONFERENCES • GRS. K-6

Notification of Rights under FERPAfor Elementary and Secondary Schools

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligiblestudents”) certain rights with respect to the student’s educationrecords. These rights are:

(1) The right to inspect and review the student’s educationrecords within 45 days of the day the School receives a request foraccess.

Parents or eligible students should submit to the Schoolprincipal [or appropriate school official] a written request thatidentifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The School official willmake arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligiblestudent of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

(2) The right to request the amendment of the student’seducation records that the parent or eligible student believes areinaccurate.

Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend arecord that they believe is inaccurate. They should write the Schoolprincipal [or appropriate school official], clearly identify the part ofthe record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate. Ifthe School decides not to amend the record as requested by theparent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent oreligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to ahearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional informa-tion regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to theparent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

(3) The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiableinformation contained in the student’s education records, except tothe extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, isdisclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.A school official is a person employed by the School as anadministrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member(including health or medical staff and law enforcement unitpersonnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person orcompany with whom the School has contracted to perform aspecial task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, ortherapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee,such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting anotherschool official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if theofficial needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his orher professional responsibility.

Upon request, the West Seneca Central School Districtdiscloses education records without consent to officials of anotherschool district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

(4) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department ofEducation concerning alleged failures by the West Seneca CentralSchool District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. Thename and address of the Office that administers FERPA are:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-5901

Notification of Rights Under theProtection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)

PPRA affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct ofsurveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes,and certain physical exams. These include the right to:

• Consent before students are required to submit to a survey thatconcerns one or more of the following protected areas (“pro-tected information survey”) if the survey is funded in whole or inpart by a program of the U.S. Department of Education (ED)–

1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent;

2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family;

3. Sex behavior or attitudes;

4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;

5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close familyrelationships;

6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers,doctors, or ministers;

7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents; or

8. Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility.

• Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of –1. Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding;

2. Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screeningrequired as a condition of attendance, administered by theschool or its agent, and not necessary to protect the immediatehealth and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision, orscoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screeningpermitted or required under State law; and

3. Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personalinformation obtained from students for marketing or to sell orotherwise distribute the information to others.

• Inspect, upon request and before administration or use –

1. Protected information surveys of students;

2. Instruments used to collect personal information fromstudents for any of the above marketing, sales, or otherdistribution purposes; and

3. Instructional material used as part of the educationalcurriculum.

These rights transfer to from the parents to a student who is18 years old or an emancipated minor under State law.

West Seneca Central School District will/has developed andadopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding theserights, as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in theadministration of protected information surveys and the collection,disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales, orother distribution purposes. West Seneca Central School Districtwill directly notify parents of these policies at least annually at thestart of each school year and after any substantive changes. WestSeneca Central School District will also directly notify, such asthrough U.S. Mail or email, parents of students who are sched-uled to participate in the specific activities or surveys noted belowand will provide an opportunity for the parent to opt his or herchild out of participation of the specific activity or survey. WestSeneca Central School District will make this notification toparents at the beginning of the school year if the District hasidentified the specific or approximate dates of the activities orsurveys at that time. For surveys and activities scheduled after theschool year starts, parents will be provided reasonable notifica-tion of the planned activities and surveys listed below and be

LEGAL NOTICES

Comprehensive Student Attendance Policy

Statement of Overall Objectives:

School attendance is both a right and a responsibility. TheWest Seneca Central School District is an active partner withstudents and parents in the task of ensuring that all studentsmeet or exceed the New York State Learning Standards. TheWest Seneca Central School District recognizes that theconsistent school attendance, academic success, and schoolcompletion have a positive correlation. The ComprehensiveStudent Attendance Policy will assist to meet the followingobjectives:

a. To increase school completion for all students;

b. To raise student achievement and close gaps instudent performance;

c. To identify attendance patterns in order to designattendance improvement efforts;

d. To know the whereabouts of every student for safetyand other reason;

e. To verify that individual students are complying witheducation laws relating to compulsory attendance;

f. To determine the district’s average daily attendancefor State aid purposes.

Description of Strategies to Meet Objectives:

The West Seneca Central School District will:

a. Create and maintain a positive school buildingculture by fostering a positive physical and psycho-logical environment where the presence of strongadult role models encourages respectful andnurturing interactions between adults and students.This positive school culture is aimed at encouraginga high level of student bonding to the school, whichin turn should lead to increased attendance.

b. Develop a Comprehensive Student AttendancePolicy based upon the recommendations of amultifaceted District Policy Development Team thatincludes representation from the Board of Education,administrators, teachers, students, pupil servicesstaff, parents, and the community. The district willhold at least one public hearing prior to the adoptionof this collaboratively developed ComprehensiveStudent Attendance Policy.

c. Maintain accurate record keeping via a register ofattendance to record attendance, absence,tardiness, or early departure of each student.

d. Utilize data analysis systems for tracking individualstudent attendance and individual and group trendsin student attendance problems.

e. Develop early intervention strategies to improveschool attendance for all students.

Community Awareness:

The Board of Education shall promote necessary communityawareness of the district’s Comprehensive Student AttendancePolicy by:

a. Providing a plain language summary of the policy toparents or persons in parental relation to students atthe beginning of each school year and promoting theunderstanding of such a policy to students and theirparents/persons in parental relation;

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MARK TWAIN’S BIRTHDAY

NATIONAL COMMUNITYEDUCATION DAY

STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYNo School for StudentsMiddle and High SchoolsGrs. K-6 Staff Development AMGrs. K-6 Parent Conferences PMNo Students in Attendance

MARIE CURIE’S BIRTHDAY

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East Senior• Club Photos …7:40 a.m.-2 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• Picture Retakes

West Senior• Orchestra Parent Meeting …7 p.m.


NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK •11/6-11/10

East Middle• Kids Voting …4-7 p.m.

East Senior and West Senior• DECA Installation Dinner at

Salvatoreʼs …5:30 p.m.West Senior

• Fall Play …7:30 p.m.


West Middle• Picture Retakes

West Senior• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.• Fall Play …7:30 p.m.• Electric Orchestra Rehearsal

…6:45-9 p.m.

East Elementary• Picture Retakes

East Middle• Scrips Gift Card Sale Ends

West Elementary• Cookie Dough Fundraiser Ends• Picture Retakes

West Senior• Veterans Tribute …7:45 a.m.


…10 a.m.-4 p.m.

East Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Ends


…7 p.m.


East Middle• Dessert Theater …7 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• PTO Meeting …6-8 p.m.

West Elementary• General PTA Meeting …7 p.m.


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Allendale Elementary• Picture Retake Day

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Pick Up …4-7 p.m.• Picture Retakes


Northwood Elementary• Bookfair …6-8 p.m.

West Elementary• Popcorn & Pause (Paws) for

Reading K-3West Middle


• Joint PTG Meeting with East Sr.…7 p.m.

• Senior Class Meeting…2 p.m.


East Middle• Instrumental Concert …7 p.m.


…7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.• NHS Induction …7 p.m.

West Senior• Sports Booster Meeting



Potters Road Elementary• Picture Retakes








…2 p.m.• National Honor Society

Induction …7 p.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Thanksgiving Feast …Noon


…6:45-9 p.m.

East Middle• Toys for Tots Drive Starts


East Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting

…7 p.m.



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Notice for Directory Information

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), aFederal law, requires that West Seneca Central School Districtwith certain exceptions, obtain your written consent prior to thedisclosure of personally identifiable information from your child’seducation records. However, West Seneca Central School Districtmay disclose appropriately designated “directory information”without written consent, unless you have advised the District to thecontrary in accordance with District procedures. The primarypurpose of directory information is to allow the West SenecaCentral School District to include this type of information from yourchild’s education records in certain school publications. Examplesinclude:

• A playbill, showing your student’s role in a drama production;• The annual yearbook;• Honor roll or other recognition lists;• Graduation programs; and• Sports activity sheets, such as for wrestling, showing weight

and height of team members.

Directory information, which is information that is generally notconsidered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can alsobe disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s priorwritten consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limitedto, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. Inaddition, two federal laws require local educational agencies(LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and SecondaryEducation Act of 1965 (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, uponrequest, with three directory information categories - names,addresses and telephone listings - unless parents have advised theLEA that they do not want their student’s information disclosedwithout their prior written consent.(1)

If you do not want West Seneca Central School District todisclose directory information from your child’s education recordswithout your prior written consent, you must notify the District inwriting by October 1, 2005.

West Seneca Central School District has designated thefollowing information as directory information: Note: an LEA may,but does not have to, include all the information listed below.

• Student’s name• Address• Telephone listing• Date and place of birth• Weight and height of members of athletic teams• Electronic mail address• Photograph• Participation in officially recognized activities/sports• Degrees, honors, and awards received• Major field of study• Dates of attendance• Grade level• The most recent educational agency or institution attended

Please Note:All rights and protections given parents/person

in parental relationship under the FERPAand this policy transfer to the student when

he or she reaches age 18, or attends apost-secondary school. The student then

becomes an “eligible student.”

provided an opportunity to opt their child out of such activities andsurveys. Parents will also be provided an opportunity to review anypertinent surveys.

Following is a list of the specific activities and surveys coveredunder this requirement:

• Collection, disclosure, or use of personal information formarketing, sales or other distribution.

• Administration of any protected information survey not fundedin whole or in part by ED.

• Any non-emergency, invasive physicalexamination or screening as described above.

Parents who believe their rights have beenviolated may file a complaint with:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education

400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, D.C. 20202-5901

Information Regarding Teacher Qualifications

In accordance with the federal No Child Left Behind Act of2001, parents have the right to request information regarding theprofessional qualifications of their child’s classroom teachers.Specifically, they have the right to request the following informationconcerning the child’s teachers:

• Whether the teacher has met New York State qualificationsand licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas heor she teaches;

• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or otherprovisional status under which state qualification or licensingcriteria have been waived;

• The teacher’s college major; whether the teacher has anyadvanced degrees and, if so, the subject of those degrees;

• If your child receives services from any instructional assistants orsimilar paraprofessionals, the qualifications for those individuals.

Written requests to receive any of the aforementionedinformation may be directed to:

Patrick PhelanAssistant Superintendent - Human Resources

1397 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224

Civil Rights Policy

The West Seneca Central School District, its officers andemployees shall not discriminate against any student, employee orapplicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin,political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status,veteran status, or disability. It is the policy of the Board ofEducation to comply with the regulations listed in Title IX of the1972 Educational Requirements and Section 504 of the Rehabili-tation Act of 1973. Any member of the West Seneca CentralSchool District staff or any pupil or parent believing discriminationbased on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, politicalaffiliation, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteranstatus, or disability should address questions and complaints tothe District Compliance Officers at 1397 Orchard Park Road,West Seneca, NY 14224: Assistant Superintendent for HumanResources — Patrick Phelan (677-3127); Assistant Superintendentfor Pupil Personnel Services – Charles Lehman (677-3156); orAssistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction – JeanKovach (677-3103).

b. Providing each teacher, at the beginning of the schoolyear or upon employment, with a copy of the policy;

c. Providing copies of the policy to any other member ofthe community upon request.

The policy consists of a comprehensive explanation of thefollowing items:

• Determination of Excused and Unexcused Absences,Tardiness, and Early Departures

• Student Attendance Record keeping/Data Collection

• Student Attendance/Course Credit

• Notice of Minimum Attendance Standard/InterventionStrategies

• Notice of Students who are Absent, Tardy or DepartEarly Without Proper Excuse

• Attendance Strategies and Programs

• Disciplinary Consequences

• Intervention Strategy Process

• Appeal Process

• Building Review of Attendance Records

• Annual Review by the Board of Education

For a copy of the Comprehensive Attendance Policy,please contact:

Charles J. LehmanAssistant Superintendent - Pupil Services

West Seneca Central School District1397 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224

HALF DAY ELEMENTARY STUDENTS

November2006

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• Scrips Gift Card SaleWest Senior

• Student Council Meeting …2 p.m.Winchester Elementary

• PTA Reflections


East Senior• Prisms Concert …7 p.m.-10 p.m

11/2-11/5 Finance Academy Trip

Allendale Elementary• Staff Thank You Lunch …12:30 p.m.

East Middle• Grs. 7, 8 Picture Retakes• Gr. 8 Class Picture


West Middle• Multimedia Assemblies …8:30/9:30 a.m.

West Senior• Wellness Lock-in …7:30-11 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Picture Retake Day


West Senior• SAT Exam …7:45 a.m.• G.E.D. Exam …8 a.m.


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Megan SchermerhornWest Elementary, Grade 4

Ms. Amanda Albrechcinski, Teacher

Claude Monet was born on Nov.14, 1840 in Paris, France. He isconsidered the father of theImpressionist movement. In fact,Monet’s painting “Sunrise, anImpression” was the source of theterm “impressionism.”

Monet always worked outdoors,using small touches of unmixed colorto show how light was reflected fromwater and leaves. He liked to paint inthe full midday sun to avoid shadows.His technique was based on the ideathat nothing has single, fixed color;rather, the color changes according tothe way the light strikes it at anygiven moment. Monet’s fascinationwith light led him to paint severalstudies of exactly the same view atdifferent hours and different seasons.Some of his most famous seriesinclude “Haystacks” and “Lilies.”

Heather HirnyjEast Senior, Grade 11

Mr. Jason Perna

NATIONAL SCHOOL BUSSAFETY WEEK

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School ClosingDuring the course of the school year, and particu-

larly through the winter months, emergencies mayarise that force the closing of schools. In an effort toinsure the maximum safety of children, the followingprocedures will be followed:

1. If conditions are such that school must be closedbefore the start of the school day, announce-ments of such closing will be carried by localradio and television stations.

2. If it becomes necessary to close school after theschool day begins, children will be transportedhome as quickly as facilities will allow.

If schools are closed, ALL scheduled public andstudent activities will be canceled for that day and evening.

Community ResourcesThere are several community based public and

private agencies and therapists who provide counsel-ing services for children and families experiencing aproblem. Please call 677-3156 should you wish moreinformation.

Provided below is a brief list of local agencies whoprovide a variety of services. Inclusion or exclusion ofany agency or service does not imply approval ordisapproval by the West Seneca school system.


Student Attire GuidelinesAll students are expected to be well-groomed and

neatly dressed at all times. We take pride in theappearance of our students. Student dress shall in noway be so extreme as to be distracting or disruptive tothe educational process of the school. The followingguidelines for student attire are

1. Messages on clothing, jewelry, and personalbelongings that relate to drugs, alcohol, tobacco,sex, vulgarity, or that reflects adversely uponpersons because of their race or ethnic groupare not permitted.

2. Shorts, skirts, and dresses are considered tooshort if when holding one’s hands at one’s side,that hem or cuff does not reach the fingertips orbeyond.

3. Mid-cut shirts/tops that reveal the midriff are notacceptable. Tank tops are not acceptable unlessworn with another shirt that provides appropriatecoverage. Sleeveless blouses that provideappropriate coverage are acceptable.

4. Hats may not be worn in the building.

5. Footwear is required at all times and must be safe.

6. Wearing of a scent that has negative impact onothers is not permitted.

NOTE: Each building principal will informall students of the dress code atthe beginning of the school year.

Students who violate the school dress code shallbe required to modify their appearance by covering orremoving the offending item, and if necessary orpractical replacing it with an acceptable item. Anystudent who refuses to do so shall be subject todisciplinary action. Any student who repeatedly failsto comply with the dress code shall be subject tofurther disciplinary action.

Use Of School FacilitiesCommunity groups may use school facilities for

social, civic, and recreational meetings and enter-tainments, or other community welfare use when suchbuildings are not scheduled for school purposes.Policies regarding fees, insurance, restrictions, respon-sibilities for damages incurred, and safety requirementsfor use of swimming pools and other school facilitiesare available to applicants through the offices of thebuilding principals.

Substance PolicyOur schools have an important role in the early

detection of substance use, abuse, and dependency.They have a role in the protection of our studentsfrom the promotion and sale of alcohol andnonprescribed drugs. Therefore, no person may use,possess, sell, or distribute chemical substances normay they use or possess drug paraphernalia onschool grounds or at school-sponsored events exceptdrugs prescribed by a physician.

The term chemical substances refers to allsubstances including, but not limited to alcohol,hallucinogens, depressants, stimulants, steroids, look-alikes, and any of those substances referred to as“designer drugs.” The inappropriate use of prescrip-tion and over-the-counter drugs shall be prohibited.Additionally, the board of education strictly forbidsthe use of tobacco (including chewing) anywhere onschool property.

Disciplinary measures for students violating thispolicy will range from suspension to permanentexclusion, and referral for prosecution as outlined inthe Community Intervention Model.

Compliance with this policy is mandatory.

Working PapersYoung people between the ages of 11 and 17

who plan to work part or full time are required to haveworking papers. Applications for working papersmay be obtained from the Pupil Services Office or atany of the middle or senior high school buildings.

Alternative Learning CenterStudents are referred to the Alternative Learning

Center by their high school principal in consultationwith the student’s parent(s) or guardian.

Students who have had problems with atten-dance, behavior and/or earning necessary creditsto satisfy graduation requirements are candidatesfor this program. Students are expected to workon attitude and behavioral concerns in order tomeet with academic success. Individual attentionis given by affording students a smaller learningenvironment, flexible scheduling with emphasis oncourse mastery.

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East Elementary• Fall Fundraiser

Allendale Elementary• School Picture Day• Bookfair

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Ends


East Senior• SDMT Meeting …2 p.m.

West Senior• National Honor Society Meeting…2 p.m.










Allendale Elementary• Bookfair/Family Night …6:30 p.m.


Northwood Elementary• PTO General Meeting …6-8 p.m.

West Middle• ELA Night …7 p.m.


…7 p.m.


East Middle• PTO Candy Sales Ends

Potters Road Elementary• Picture Day


and WhiteWest Middle

• Holiday Plant Sale Ends

Allendale Elementary• Bookfair/Apple Fest …12-3 p.m.

West Senior• LMBA Band Competition,

Northeast PA• SAT Exam

UNITED NATIONS DAY MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY

DAYLIGHT SAVINGTIME ENDS

Allendale Elementary• Everyday Math Game Hour

Gr. 3 …1:50-2:45 p.m.East Senior

• Homecoming WeekWest Elementary

• Scholastic Bookfair• Teacher Preview …3:30 p.m.


Clinton Street Elementary• Everyday Math Game Hour

Gr. 3 …2-3 p.m.East Elementary

• Skating Party …6-8 p.m.East Senior

• Rochester Area College Fair…8:30-9:15 a.m.

• Powder Puff Football …4-8 p.m.• Bonfire• Spirit Boosters Meeting …7 p.m.



• Wellness CommitteeMeeting …2 p.m.

East Senior• Hall Decorating …12-4 p.m.


…9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Alternative Learning Center• Open House …7 p.m.



• JV Pep AssemblyWest Senior

• PTG Meeting …7 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Halloween Bash …6:30 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Festival and Character

Counts CelebrationEast Elementary

• Family Fun Night …6-8 p.m.East Middle

• “Enjoy the City” Sale EndsEast Senior

• Varsity Pep Assembly• V Football vs. WS West …7 p.m.• Freshman/Sophomore Dance

…9-11:30 p.m.Northwood Elementary

• Gr. 3 Everyday MathGame Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.




East Senior• Homecoming Dance …7 p.m.

West Senior• PSAT Exam …7:45 a.m.


Game Hour …1:45-2:45 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• District Parent Council Meeting



West Middle• No Sweat Day

West Senior• Autumn Colors Concert …7 p.m.


Reading Grs. 4-6• Red Ribbon Day–Wear Red• Gr. 3 Everyday Math


• Wear Red DayWest Senior


East Senior• Staff Development

…2:40-5:40 p.m.• WNY College Fair

…10:30-11:45 a.m.West Senior



• Bookfair Preview Day in Library• Bookfair Sale …3:30 p.m.

East Middle• Dance/Activity Night …7-9 p.m.

East Senior• Picture Make Up …7:40 a.m.-2 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• School Halloween Party

…6:30-8:30 p.m.West Elementary

• Cookie Dough Fundraiser Kick Off• School Spirit Day! Wear Blue & White

West Middle• Halloween Dress-up Day• Red Ribbon Dance …7-9:45 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Bookfair in Library• Bookfair Sale …3:30 p.m.• Fall Festival …6-8 p.m.

West Senior• ACT Exam …7:45 a.m.• GED Exam …8 a.m.• LMBA Band Championship,

Erie, PA

West Senior• NYSFBC Band Championships,

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Senior CitizensReal Property Tax Exemption

The West Seneca Central School District offers atax exemption program to its senior citizens to relievethe tax burden for those with fixed incomes. Thosesenior citizens eligible shall be exempt from schooltaxation in accordance with the following table:

PERCENTAGE OF ASSESSED VALUATIONANNUAL INCOME EXEMPT FROM TAXATION BY W.S.C.S.D.$18,500 or less ............................................................. 50%More than $18,501 but less than $19,500 ........... 45%$19,501 or more but less than $20,500 ................ 40%$20,501 or more but less than $21,500 ................ 35%$21,501 or more but less than $22,400 ................ 30%$22,401 or more but less than $23,300 ................ 25%$23,301 or more but less than $24,200 ................ 20%$24,201 or more but less than $21,100 ................ 15%$25,101 or more but less than $26,000 ................ 10%$26,001 or more but less than $26,900 ................... 5%

Qualifications for Eligibility

• Real property must be owned by one or morepersons, each of whom is 65 years of age orover, or real property owned by husband andwife, one of whom is 65 years of age or over.

• Title of the property must be vested in the owner,or if more than one, in all the owners, for at leasttwenty-four consecutive months prior to the datethat the application for exemption is filed.

• The property must be used exclusively forresidential purposes, be occupied in the whole orin part by the owners, and constitute the legalresidence of the owners.

If you qualify, please contact your TownAssessor’s Office to file for an exemption.

Tax Relief for the Disabled

People with disabilities are also offered an addi-tional tax exemption in accordance with the sameincome table set forth above for senior citizens.Please contact your local Town Assessor’s Office formore filing information.

VandalismSchool district property represents a sizable

investment by district taxpayers. All of us, studentsand adults, share a responsibility to protect schoolproperty. Residents are asked to report to the policeunusual activity on school sites during evenings andweekends. Prompt reports can help avoid costlydamage. The district will use established legalchannels when suspected vandals are apprehended.

Community EducationOur Community Education program offers a

wealth of opportunities for lifelong learning. You canexpand a hobby, learn how to swim, try out a newlanguage, cook up a storm, dance, draw, exercise,travel, or firm up your finances. A new catalog comesout four times each year with hundreds of courses tochoose from. Academic programs include SATpreparation (fall and spring), and Regents Reviewclasses (January and June).

Classes are held Monday-Saturday in the fall,winter, and spring for learners of all ages. Summer-time offers a daytime program that adds a focus onchildren and family participation, including a range ofmusic lessons and academic enrichment programs.Catalogs are distributed approximately one monthbefore each session begins.

Office Hours • Monday through Thursday4:00 PM - 7:30 PM during class sessions

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM between sessions and summer

Fall Session • 12 weeksSeptember 25 - December 16, 2006

Winter Session • 8 weeksJanuary 29 - March 31, 2007

Spring Session • 8 weeksApril 23 - June 7, 2007

Summer Session • 6 weeksJuly 9 - August 17, 2007

Gold Cards

West Seneca School District residents,age 60 or older, are offered “gold cards”

giving a reduction on most class fees.Cards are issued at the Community Education

Office with proof of age.

Community Education classes are canceledwhen the West Seneca School District

is closed for emergencies or weather. Listento WBEN, WEBR, WJYE, WGR, or WKBW

prior to 6 p.m. for announcements of closings.For classes held at other locations (e.g. karate or

dance studios) contact that site directlyfor closing information.

October2006

West Senior• USSBA Band Competition,

Syracuse, NY


East Middle• “Enjoy the City” Sale Begins

West Middle• Holiday Plant Sale


Northwood Elementary• Grs. 2-5 Algorithm Night



East Elementary• Chuck E Cheeseʼs Night …4 p.m.

East Senior• Finance Academy Advisory

Board Meeting …8 a.m.West Senior

• Girls Flag Football …7-9 p.m.• Student Council Meeting …2 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Algorithm Night Elementary Grs. 2-5• PTA Board Meeting …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• Open House …6 p.m.


and WhiteWest Senior

• Homecoming Hot Dog Roast…5:30 p.m.

• West vs. Frontier …7 p.m.• Homecoming Dance …8-11 p.m.

EMERGENCY DRILL/EARLY DISMISSAL

West Senior• Homecoming Dance …7-11 p.m.

Gary Gaiser Run atFiremanʼs Park …10 a.m.

YOM KIPPUR

Sharon PattersonAlternative Learning Center, Grade 11

Miss Nicole Chernega, Teacher

Born in Malaga, Spain on Oct. 25,1881, Pablo Picasso is considered bymany art historians to be the greatest20th century artist. He is known forthe art style called Cubism, wherehe distorted the anatomy of theobjects’ features.

No other artist is more associatedwith the term “modern art” thanPablo Picasso. He created thousandsof paintings, prints, sculptures andceramics during a time span of about75 years.

NYS Guidelines RegardingAdministration of Medications in Schools

School nurses, principals, and other schoolpersonnel are often asked to dispense internalmedication to school children. Internal medication canonly be dispensed under the following policy:1. A written request from the parent/guardian.2. A written request from the physician which

indicates the frequency and the dosage of theprescribed medication.

3. The medication is to be brought in the prescribedlabeled bottle by an adult to the office.

Please do not send any aspirin, cold pills, coughdrops, inhalers, etc. to school with your child. Thedangers of this practice are possible choking andanother child may take the medicine resulting inserious consequences.

As stated above, medication will only be dis-pensed under the described conditions and this willbe strictly adhered to within a school situation.

School PhysicalsPhysical exams are required by New York State for

grades kindergarten, 2, 4, 7, 10,and all students newto the West Seneca School District. Studentsparticipating in interscholastic sports need a physicalyearly. We strongly encourage you to have thephysical exam performed by your child’s doctorbut if that exam is not received by the school nurse,one will be done by the school physician. You willreceive one written notice regarding this before theexam is done. If your school has a monthly buildingcalendar, it will be noted in the calendar the week thephysician will be in. If you have problems having thephysical done by private physician, contact yourschool nurse.

Counseling ResourcesSchool counselors, school psychologists, and school

social workers are available in each school for supportand referral services. The social work staff is as follows:

Susan Bingel ...................................... 677-3166Matt Bystrak ........................................ 677-3610Sean Hanley ........................................ 677-3384Katherine Di Pasquale ...................... 677-3591Susan Mitchell-Schulz ...................... 677-3631Lorraine Probst ................................... 677-3649Christopher Scozzaro ....................... 677-3567Kristen Syracuse ................................ 677-3695

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Sport OfferingsBoys ........ Fall Cross Country (Mod-Var)

Football (Mod-JV-Var)Golf (Var)Soccer (Mod-JV-Var)Volleyball (Mod-JV-Var)

Winter Basketball (Mod-JV-Var)Bowling (Var)Indoor Track (Var)Swimming (Mod-JV-Var)Wrestling (Mod-JV-Var)

Spring Baseball (Mod-JV-Var)Tennis (Var)Track (Mod-Var)Lacrosse (Mod-JV-Var)

Girls .........Fall Cross Country (Mod-Var)Field Hockey (JV-Var) - Mod District TeamSoccer (Mod-JV-Var)Swimming (JV-Var)Tennis (Var)Volleyball (Mod-JV-Var)

Winter Basketball (Mod-JV-Var)Bowling (Var)Indoor Track (Var)Swimming (Mod)

Spring Softball (Mod-JV-Var)Track (Mod-Var)Lacrosse (Mod-JV-Var)

Modified (Mod) - 7 & 8th grade programs.

Cheerleading:Varsity and Junior Varsity are offered in the falland the winter. Try-outs are usually between

the winter and spring seasons.

School Food Services(Food Service Office)

The West Seneca Central Food Service Depart-ment has fully-equipped kitchens in all buildings in thedistrict. We serve lunch in all buildings and breakfastin most. The Food Service operation aims to be totallyself-supporting with no cost to taxpayers. The childnutrition program is an essential educational supportactivity and the nutritional needs of our students takeprecedence. The food levied meets U.S. Governmenthigh quality standards with monthly governmentcommodities (cheese, meat, protein, etc.) incorporatedinto menus to keep prices as low as possible.

Students are advised to:1. Be at the designated bus stop FIVE

minutes before pickup time.

2. Refrain from pushing, running, or "horse-play" while waiting or getting on or off thebus.

3. Stand clear and away from the road at alltimes.

4. Enter and leave the bus in an orderlymanner.

5. Use the handrail when getting on or offthe bus.

6. Remain seated after entering and whileriding.

7. Keep arms and head inside open win-dows.

8. Keep legs, books, and other belongingsout of the aisle.

9. Keep conversations in a normal tone ofvoice; avoid boisterous conduct.

10. Do not eat or drink on the bus.

11. Cross the road at least 15 feet in front ofthe bus. Always look both ways and watchfor the bus driver's signal before crossing.

12. Do not play with safety equipmentincluding the emergency door andwindows.

13. Avoid bringing large objects or pets onthe bus.

14. No smoking at any time on the bus.

15. Accept the authority and follow theinstructions of the bus driver.

16. Do not tamper with the belongings ofother pupils.

17. Never try to retrieve an object fromunderneath the bus.

Transportation Requests ToPrivate and Parochial Schools

Request forms for district transportation to privateand parochial schools are available at the Transporta-tion Department at 3300 Seneca Street, between8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. All

non-public school students who require transporta-tion must submit a request on the proper schooldistrict form to the said offices no later than April 1of each year.

Transportation To and FromChild Care Baby-Sitting Locations

A public or private school student may be pickedup and/or dropped off at a day care location (baby-sitter) anywhere within the West Seneca CentralSchool District with the following requirements:

1. Request forms are provided at theTransportation Department Office and allDistrict elementary school offices. Formsmust be completed and returned to eitherthe Transportation Department or theschool by June 15 of each year prior tothe school year for which transportation isrequested.

2. Parents and/or legal guardians must allowup to at least one week and wait forconfirmation from the School Districtbefore permitting the student(s) to getpicked up or dropped off from anyaddress other than his/her residence.

3. Pick up must be consistently at the sameaddress five days per week. Drop off mustbe consistently at the same address fivedays per week. No Exceptions. The A.M.and P.M. address may be different as longas it is consistent five days per week.

4. No new stops will be added. Students willbe required to be picked up and droppedoff at the nearest established stop.

5. No new bus route will be established ifthe addition of that bus route will result inan additional expense to be incurred bythe District.

Transportation will be provided to students whoare enrolled in NEW YORK STATE LICENSED daycare centers that are located in the West SenecaCentral School District. Parents and/or legal guard-ians are advised to make sure that the day carecenters they choose for the care of their children arefully licensed by the State of New York beforetransportation is requested.


MAYFLOWER DAY

8


Lancaster, NY• GED Exam …8 a.m.

West Elementary• Teacher Welcome Back

Breakfast …9 a.m.

West Elementary• Tea and Tissues …9:30 a.m.


…2 p.m.

East Senior• Varsity Football vs. Lake Shore


• “Get the Scoop” Ice CreamSocial …6:30-8:30 p.m.

West Senior• West vs. Clarence Alumni Night

…7 p.m.


Eastridge, NY

East Elementary• Entertainment Fundraiser• PTO Board Meeting …9:30 a.m.

West Middle• Student Council Campaign

Week 9/11-9/15West Senior

• Play Audition …2-9 p.m.• Orchestra Parent Meeting

…7 p.m.




…2 p.m.• Play Audition …2-9 p.m.



Northwood Elementary• PTO Fundraiser• Grs. 4-6 Open House …6:30 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• Open House K, 1 and 2 …7 p.m.


…6:45-9 p.m.• Senior Class Meeting …2 p.m.• Band Booster Meeting …7 p.m.

Winchester Elementary• PTA Meeting – Ice Cream

Social …6:30-9 p.m.• Fall Fundraiser Starts



Potters Road Elementary• Open House 3, 4, 5 and 6


• Internet Safety Assembly

East Senior• Varsity Football vs. Tonawanda


• Fall Fundraiser Kick OffWest Middle


West Senior• Burchfield Nature and Arts

Center Band Performance

East Middle• Student Council Campaign

9/18-21East Senior

• School Pictures 9/18-9/21…7:40 a.m.-2 p.m.

West Middle• School Picture Day• CSIP Meeting …2:40 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Open House K-3 …6:30 p.m.




…2 p.m.

Allendale Elementary• Open House 4-6 …6:30 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Curriculum Night Grs. K, 2, 6

East Elementary• PTO Room Mothersʼ Tea


• BookfairNorthwood Elementary

• Grs. K-3 Open House…6:30 p.m.

West Middle• Student Council Speeches


East Middle• School Pictures• Bookfair• Open House …7 p.m.

West Middle• Student Council Speeches• Open House …7-9:10 p.m.


…8 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Begins

East Middle• School Pictures• Bookfair• Student Council Speeches

West Middle• Student Council Elections

Winchester Elementary• School Pictures

West Senior• GED Exam …8 a.m.• NYSFBC Band Competition,

Medina, NY

East Elementary• Entertainment Fundraiser Ends

East Middle• Student Council Elections

Officers/Homeroom Reps.• PTO Candy Sale

East Senior• District Parent Council Meeting


• Curriculum Orientation NightK-3 …7 p.m.

Clinton Street Elementary• Curriculum Night Grs. 1, 3, 4, 5

East Elementary• Open House K-6 …6:30 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• PTO Fundraiser Ends

West Elementary• Curriculum Orientation Night

Grs. 4-6 …7 p.m.West Middle

• SDMT Meeting 2:40 p.m.West Senior


Clinton Street Elementary• School Picture Day

East Elementary• Picture Day

East Senior• Senior Parent Night …6-7 p.m.• Open House …6:30-9 p.m.

Potters Road Elementary• US Borne Bookfair …9-3 p.m.• PTG Meeting …6:30 p.m.

West Elementary• Picture Day …9 a.m.-3 p.m.

West Senior• Open House …7 p.m.

East Middle• Welcome Back Dance

…7-9 p.m.East Senior

• Varsity Football vs. Hamburg…7 p.m.

Northwood Elementary• School Pictures

West Elementary• Fall Fundraiser Ends



• Fall Fundraiser Ends

PATRIOT DAY

ROSH HASHANAH

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The application for Free or Reduced lunch/breakfast will be mailed home and also availablein your child’s school office. Only one applicationper family is necessary for both Lunch andBreakfast benefits. Parents, be sure to list allchildren, their grade level and school they attend onthe application.

We have a computerized system in all the build-ings in the district. Each student has an account withthe cafeteria. Parents can put money into theaccount and when students receive a lunch orbreakfast, the money is deducted from the account.

We would like to encourage prepayment forlunch and breakfast for all students.

TransportationTransportation of students from home to school

and from school to home is a major function of theschool district operation. With approximately 10,000district students being transported to 108 differentschools, it is clearly evident that the responsibility formaximum efficiency and safety is to be shared by allmembers of the community.

Motorists are advised to:

1. Maintain a sensitivity to the presence ofschool buses on the highway.

2. Exercise caution when approaching aschool bus from either direction.

3. Watch closely for signals given by the busdriver including hand signals, amber lights,red lights, and turn signals. Remember:No traffic should move from eitherdirection when red flashing lights on thebus are operating. This also includeswhen busses are loading and unloadingat the school.

4. Stop their vehicles when coming fromeither direction before reaching a stoppedschool bus which has flashing red lights.Allow students to cross the road and waituntil the flashing red lights are turned off.

5. Be aware that school buses come to a fullstop at railroad crossings.

6. Prepare to stop when approaching fromeither direction a school bus whose amberlights are flashing.

7. Be aware that school buses do not turnright at intersections when the light is red.

2006September

Library CardSign-upMonth


Winchester Elementary• Kindergarten Picnic …11 a.m.OCTOBER 2006

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15 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31

AUGUST 2006S M T W T F S

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Clayton ShanahanEast Elementary, Grade 4

Mrs. Michelle McMaster, Teacher

Romare Bearden was born on Sept. 2,1911. He was a 20th Century AfricanAmerican artist. His art wasinfluenced by jazz music and thecultural community during theHarlem Renaissance. Recognized asone of the most creative and originalvisual artists of the 20th century,Bearden had a prolific anddistinguished career. Heexperimented with many differentmediums and artistic styles, butis best known for his richlytextured collages.

Erika MellickWest Middle, Grade 7

Mrs. Rhonda Schunk, Teacher

Max Beckmannwas born in

Leipzig, Germany,in 1884. His

father died whenhe was only 10

years old. Afterseveral years in

boarding schooland over family

objections,Beckmann, at the

age of 15,decided to

become a painter.His work is

characterized by asculptural

monumentality, avibrant use of

color, and aprofoundly

philosophicaloutlook. Between

1905 and 1950 heproduced more

than 800paintings and

created hundredsof prints and

drawings. Hepainted portraits,

still life, historypaintings, andmythological

subjects.Beckmann was a

highlyaccomplished

painter. His workwas placed in

German museumsand he was

recognized for hisartistic

achievements.

About theBoard of Education

2006-2007 Meeting DatesMeetings open at 7:00 p.m.

Meeting on June 18, 2007 opens at 5:30 p.m.Meetings are held in the Board of Education room

located in West Elementary Schoolunless otherwise noted.

James J. Asztalos, President129 Royal Coach


Mark P. Lazzara, Vice President101 Treehaven Road


Mary J. Busse, Trustee5 Partridge Lane


Janice E. Dalbo, Trustee105 Collins Avenue


Nancy L. Lesakowski, Trustee32 Erwin Road


Dolores K. Mendolia, Trustee1338 Center Road


David G. Smaczniak, Trustee43 Larsen Lane


The school district is governed bya seven-member board of education

elected by qualified voters of the district.The board has total responsibility for

the educational program of the district,its financing and control. It establishes

policies for operation of the schooldistrict. Members are public officialswho serve without pay for three-yearterms. As our elected representatives

and as officers of New York State,the board must carry out duties

imposed by the state’s legislature,Board of Regents, and commissionerof education. The school board has no

legal or formal connection with any otherlocal government body. Its functions are

carried out through district officers,administrators, and personnel.

Annual Electionand Budget Vote

Tuesday, May 15, 20077 a.m. - 9 p.m.

East Senior High School4760 Seneca Street

Public Hearing andBudget Presentation

Wednesday, May 2, 20077 p.m.

West Middle School395 Center Road

September 18, 2006

October 2, 2006

October 23, 2006

November 13, 2006West Senior, 3330 Seneca Street

December 11, 2006

January 8, 2007

January 29, 2007

February 12, 2007

March 5, 2007

March 19, 2007

April 2, 2007

May 2, 2007West Middle, 395 Center Road

June 18, 2007East Senior, 4760 Seneca Street

TreasurerBrian L. Schulz

375 Berryman DriveSnyder, New York 14226

School District ClerkMarlene A. Leone161 Hybank Drive

West Seneca, New York 14224

Board of Education

The following meeting dates for the 2006-2007school year were approved by the Board of Education.All meetings will be held on Mondays in the Board ofEducation meeting room at 1397 Orchard Park Road,West Seneca, unless otherwise noted. The meetingswill open at 7:00 p.m. with Executive Sessions calledas needed. A portion of each meeting is set aside for

the Hearing of Visitors. During this time, District residentshave the opportunity to address the Board of Education.

Residents do not have to call aheadto speak at the meeting.

Board Members

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSAE • Allendale .............................. 677-3660

1399 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-4099Margaret Borchert, PrincipalHours: 8:40 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.Fax: 675-3104

CE • Clinton Street ..................... 677-36204100 Clinton StreetWest Seneca, NY 14224-1697Christie L. Angrisano, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 674-7821

EE • East ........................................ 677-35601415 Center RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-3291Deborah A. Staszak, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 674-1506

NE • Northwood .......................... 677-3640250 Northwood AvenueWest Seneca, NY 14224-1597Catherine Huber, PrincipalHours: 8:40 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Fax: 674-3505

PE • Potters Road ....................... 677-3600675 Potters RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-2683Tana Cleveland, PrincipalHours: 8:40 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Fax: 822-0579

WE • West ....................................... 677-32501397 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-4098Rachel A. Badger, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 677-3123

WI • Winchester ........................... 677-3580650 Harlem RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-1197Kathleen A. Brachmann, PrincipalHours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.Fax: 822-2670

SECONDARY SCHOOLSEM • East Middle ................................. 677-3530

1445 Center RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-3292Monica L. Witman, PrincipalHours: 8:05 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Fax: 674-1046

WM • West Middle ................................ 677-3500395 Center RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-1986Brian Graham, PrincipalHours: 8:05 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Fax: 675-6134

ES • East Senior High ....................... 677-33004760 Seneca StreetWest Seneca, NY 14224-3293Angela LaPaglia, PrincipalHours: 7:40 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.Fax: 677-2933

WS • West Senior High ...................... 677-33503330 Seneca StreetWest Seneca, NY 14224-2799Jon T. MacSwan, PrincipalHours: 7:40 a.m. - 1:59 p.m.Fax: 674-3551

EBZ • Alternative Learning Center .... 677-3695900 Mill RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224-3082James Klubek, PrincipalHours: 7:30 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.Fax: 677-3804

CENTRAL OFFICESAdministrative Offices

Tel: 677-3100 • Fax: 674-05221397 Orchard Park Road • West Seneca, NY 14224-4098

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Superintendent of SchoolsJames K. Brotz .....................................................677-3101

Assistant Superintendent - Curriculum and InstructionJean M. Kovach ....................................................677-3105

Assistant Superintendent - Pupil ServicesCharles J. Lehman ..............................................677-3156

Assistant Superintendent - Human ResourcesPatrick M. Phelan ................................................ 677-3126

Director - English Language Arts, LOTE, English as a Second LanguageJeanne Tribuzzi ....................................................677-3148

Director - Health, Physical Education & AthleticsTimm Slade ...........................................................677-3144

Director - Instructional Technology and Chief Information OfficerDaryl Janus ........................................................... 677-3179

Director - Math and Applied SciencesFranco A. DiPasqua ............................................ 677-3147

Director - ScienceMark Beehler ........................................................677-3143

Director - Staff Development and Social StudiesBrandon Wiley ......................................................677-3164

Director - Special EducationRobert J. Breidenstein .......................................677-3134

Director - Community EducationTeresa V. Brancato ...... Tel: 677-3107 • Fax: 677-3244

Community Relations CoordinatorJohn V. Karlis ........................................................677-3135

SUPPORT SERVICESEbenezer Maintenance Building

Tel: 677-3680 • Fax: 674-0152900 Mill Road • West Seneca, NY 14224-3082

Superintendent - Buildings & GroundsJames D. Heimburg ............................................677-3680

School Lunch ManagerAnn Marie Ralph .......... Tel: 677-3810 • Fax: 674-0152

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTBus Garage

Tel: 677-3820 • Fax: 674-27373300 Seneca Street • West Seneca, NY 14224-2746

Supervisor of TransportationLawrence L. Kaminski ....................................... 677-3820

AE - Allendale Elementary School1399 Orchard Park Road

CE - Clinton St. Elementary School4100 Clinton Street

EE - East Elementary School1415 Center Road

EM - East Middle School1445 Center Road

ES - East Senior High School4760 Seneca Street

EBZ - Ebenezer Building/ALC900 Mill Road

NE - Northwood Elementary School250 Northwood Avenue

PE - Potters Road Elementary School675 Potters Road

WE - West Elementary School1397 Orchard Park Road

WM - West Middle School395 Center Road

WS - West Senior High School3330 Seneca Street

WI - Winchester Elementary School650 Harlem Road

School Parent Groups

Allendale Elementary School • Parent Teacher League (PTL)Lori Ennis, President .......................................................... 823-016534 Melberry Trail • Orchard Park, NY 14127

Clinton Street Elementary School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Cheryl Costello, Co-President ......................................... 674-967114 Louise Drive • Cheektowaga, NY 14227Arlene Kucharski, Co-President ..................................... 668-356123 Samantha Way • Cheektowaga, NY 14227

East Elementary School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Gwen Phillips, President .................................................... 675-37214841Seneca Street • West Seneca, NY 14224

East Middle School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Mary Dressler, Co-President ........................................... 668-7748204 North Ave • West Seneca, NY 14224Dawn Hoeltke, Co-President ............................................677-092711 Theresa Drive • Cheektowaga, NY 14227

East Senior High School • Parent Teacher Group (PTG)Lyn Balla, President ........................................................... 674-34394777 Seneca Street • West Seneca, NY 14224

Northwood Elementary School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Cathy Gerace, President .................................................. 656-1803P.O. Box 1164 • Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Potters Road Elementary School • Parent Teacher Group (PTG)Tim Ball, President ............................................................. 824-881778 Bellwood Avenue • West Seneca, NY 14224

West Elementary School • Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Stacy Miller, Co-President ............................................... 675-366157 Sunset Creek • West Seneca, NY 14224Sandra Lembke, Co-President ....................................... 674-039865 Brook Lane • West Seneca, NY 14224

West Middle School • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)Mary Mazierski, President ............................................... 677-402431 East Bihrwood Drive • West Seneca, NY 14224

West Senior High School • Parent Teacher Group (PTG)Teresa Tomczak, President .............................................. 675-03815940 Lake Avenue • Orchard Park, NY 14127

Winchester Elementary School • Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Karen Schwartz, President .............................................. 823-065057 Royal Coach Road • West Seneca, NY 14224

Michelle ChristieWest Senior High, Grade 9Mrs. Janine Dueck, Teacher

Victor Vasarely was born in Pecs,Hungary in 1906. He isconsidered to be the father of opart, or optical illusion art. Op art(an abstract art movement thatdeveloped in the late 1950’s) is amathematically oriented form ofabstract art. Op art uses repeatedgeometric lines, shapes and colorsto create visual effects. Vasarelystudied how the eye’s retinaprocesses information and how theinformation is translated in thebrain. He found that when theelements of art are manipulated tocreate a distorted and visuallymisleading image, it creates anoptical illusion. During the 1960sand 1970s, Vasarely’s opticalimages became part of popularculture, having a deep impact onarchitecture, computer science,and fashion.

Dear Community Resident,

Each school year affords us the opportunity to renew our commitment tothe youth in our community. It is my distinct pleasure to invite you to join withour Board of Education and school district staff in making the 2006-2007 schoolyear the most successful collaborative initiative ever undertaken in the WestSeneca Central School District.

I am most pleased to report that our current capital building project isprogressing on schedule and on budget. Improvements taking place will allowus to use these facilities, which currently range from 30 to 80 years of age, foryears to come. The work will also assure that our buildings meet coderequirements in the areas of health, safety, and welfare. The improvements willprovide a quality educational setting for our youngest citizens, and serve tomaintain and protect property values throughout our community. You mayview various aspects and monitor progress of the project on our school districtWeb site (www.wscschools.org).

Our priority during 2006-2007 will be to provide the best of learningopportunities in order that all students may meet and surpass the challenges ofthe recently implemented higher learning standards and assessments. We willwork hard to maintain a balanced approach to spending while maintainingsound educational priorities. I am pleased to report that for the third year in arow the West Seneca Central School District has been rated as “AboveAverage” in the area of “Cost Effectiveness” by Business First. This “aboveaverage” rating is significant because it compares classroom academicachievement levels with per pupil expenditures.

On behalf of the trustees of the Board of Education, I invite and welcomeyour participation and input in the operation of your school district. We inviteyou to take advantage of the myriad of opportunities available to get involvedand participate in one or many aspects of your school community. We havemuch to be grateful for and proud of in the West Seneca Central School District,and I thank the community for its continuous support.

James K. BrotzSuperintendent

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