Dear Parents and Students,
 

As the school board President, it gives me great pleasure to welcome all families and students to the 2009 – 2010 school year. The beginning of the new school year is an exciting time for all of us.  It is important that we take this time to redirect our attention and focus on our students and their education

Over the last several months our district has endured an unusual cycle of events that have created concern for all of us. I humbly ask for your patience, understanding and support during these difficult times. I will work diligently to earn and restore your confidence and to make our district a beacon of hope within the community. I truly want every student to be happy and successful.  We must work together.

Our school district continues to offer great programs, a dedicated staff and an excellent mission and vision.  Over the last couple of years our students have made huge academic gains.  Our teachers will continue to encourage and help your children meet academic standards as well as reinforce positive behavior expectations.  However, as parents we need to ensure that each child enters school every day ready to learn.  It is important to provide consistency and structure with bedtime, homework, attendance and getting to school on time. We also need to teach our students to be responsible for their behaviors, good work ethic and respect for themselves and others both in and out of school.

The adults in our schools work hard everyday to help our students prepare for their futures. I am asking that you become a true partner with our schools and teachers in your child’s education. This partnership can be in the form of attending Back to School Night, the parent teacher conference in the Fall, and simply staying in touch with all your child’s teachers. Getting involved in your child's school is something that every parent should do and it can be a great way to get to know your children's teachers, school administrators, and meet other parents.

In order to stay fully informed of all important school news and information, I recommend that you:
 

• Attend the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and Parent Partnership Team (PPT) at your child’s school  
   
• Review the district’s Home Page frequently – new messages are posted daily http://www.schenectady.k12.ny.us

• Sign up for e-news to receive emergency announcements and updated information of events and programs    coronak@schenectady.k12.ny.us

• Sign up to receive Home Access the on-line system where you can review your child's attendance records, grades, discipline, registration information, scheduling information tracking homework and grades during each grade reporting period http://www.schenectady.k12.ny.us/
  HomeAccessCenter/GettingStarted.htm

Please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or building principal with any questions or concerns.  

 Sincerely,

Maxine Brisport