Learn from Ms. Toomey about GD’s new sensory pathway next to the gym! Thank you to everyone who helped make this hallway possible, including Mr. Ballmes, Mr. Rocco and Mr. Bob!
Author Archive: Kyle Barber
Spectator Guidelines and Expectations at Events
Dear Wynantskill Community:
Please see the attached Spectator Guidelines and Expectations at Events by clicking here: Spectator Guidelines and Expectations
Changes to the District Calendar for Snow Day “Givebacks”
We are anticipating a change in the district calendar once approved by the BOE at next Thursday’s regularly scheduled meeting.
Our mild winter only caused us to use one snow day and we would like to update you on how that affects our calendar for the remainder of the year, in particular, our snow day “giveback” days. Snow day “givebacks” refer to a situation where schools have to make up for the instructional time lost due to snow days or other weather-related closures. As we’ve only needed to use one snow day this winter, only one of these “giveback” days were needed.
The following days were designated as snow day “giveback” days on our 2023-24 district calendar: May 23rd, May 24th, May 28th, June 7th, and June 10th.
Since we would like our students to experience the magnificent solar eclipse safely and with their families on April 8th, we have asked that the BOE change one of the giveback days to use as a day off on April 8th, extending our Spring break.
Accounting for the leftover snow days, the following days are now as:
April 8th – NO SCHOOL
May 23rd – NO SCHOOL
May 24th – NO SCHOOL
May 28th – NO SCHOOL
June 7th – SCHOOL DAY
June 10th – SCHOOL DAY
Please see the information below on how to safely observer the solar eclipse:
On April 8th a total solar eclipse will pass over parts of NYS. Locally the eclipse will be at about 97% totality or the moon will block 97% of the sun from view.
The last total eclipse visible in NYS was in 1925 and the next visible in the United States will not be until 2045.
This is an amazing opportunity for families to view the eclipse locally or take a drive a couple of hours north or west to see this natural phenomenon.
The links and information below provide more information about free activities happening across NYS and locally that you can take advantage of.
List of events across upstate NY
I love NY events list and important eclipse faqs
https://www.iloveny.com/events/eclipse-2024/#resources
Safety while viewing the eclipse if of utmost importance- NEVER LOOK directly at the sun unless you are wearing special eclipse glasses that will protect your vision. Do not look through your camera lens or phone screen to view the eclipse!!
See the links below for safety instructions
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/safety/
2024-25 RFPs and Bids
To those who may be interested:
RFPs & Bids for the 2024-25 school year will continuously be updated on this page here, including snow plowing and refuse removal:
Please contact Kyle Barber at kbarber@wynantskillufsd.org with any questions!
Ms. Mahoney’s Top Teacher Segment!
Please click the following link to be directed to Ms. Mahoney’s Top Teacher Segment on News Channel 13!
https://wnyt.com/wnyt-top-teacher/top-teacher-gina-mahoney-wynantskill-union-free-school-district/
Congratulations again, Ms. Mahoney!
Wynantskill PTA’s Scholastic Book Fair – 3/6-3/8
Please see the flyer below for the WPTA’s Scholastic Book Fair being held from March 6th – March 8th!
Volunteers are needed – please reach out to Sue Czubek at sczubek@yahoo.com if you are interested. Thank you!
2023-24 2nd Quarter Honor Roll
Please join us in celebrating the outstanding achievements of the following middle school students who have earned a place on the honor roll for quarter 2 through their dedication and hard work!
WUFSD Bus Stop-Arm Program Report
In an active effort to enhance student safety, the Wynantskill Union Free School District has implemented measures to crack down on school bus stop-arm violations. In December 2023, a total of 22 tickets were issued to drivers who illegally passed stopped school buses within the district.
The district’s proactive approach involves the use of high-tech cameras installed on the exterior of school buses, capturing clear evidence of motorists disregarding the stop-arm signals. These cameras automatically activate when the stop-arm is extended, providing indisputable documentation of the violations.
Local law enforcement, in collaboration with the school district, reviewed the footage and identified the violators, resulting in the issuance of 22 tickets during the month of December alone. The penalties for these violations may include fines, license points, and other consequences as dictated by state law.
School administration and law enforcement are emphasizing the severity of the issue, underscoring the potential dangers posed to students when drivers fail to obey school bus stop signals. The district is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students during their daily commute to and from school.
An estimated 50,000 cars illegally pass stopped school buses in New York State every day. As the program gains momentum, WUFSD hopes that the increased enforcement will act as a deterrent, ensuring the well-being of students across the district.
