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Hicksville
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2019-2020 School Calendar & Parent Guide
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
A Note from the Superintendent of Schools BOARD OF EDUCATION The dates for all scheduled Board meetings
Your Board of Education is composed of and budget meetings are indicated on page 4
Dear Members of Our School Community, of the calendar. Public notice will be given
local residents, charged by state law to provide
Welcome to the 2019-2020 new school year! for district youngsters. They are elected by for any date not indicated on the calendar.
And what a new year it will be, as each building Meeting notices are posted at all district
has benefitted from community support for the district residents to represent them in setting
school budget and with funds from the bond, policies and hiring administrative staff to schools, the Administration Building and the
capital and maintenance allocations. carry out these policies and objectives. Board Hicksville Public Library.
Our elementary schools at Burns, Dutch, Fork
and Old Country Road will open with brand new members serve without pay for a three-year
library media centers ready to welcome students
into 21st-century learning environments. When
term. Throughout the year, they attend Board of Education Members
visiting East Street School, please note that the seminars and workshops offered for new Phil Heckler, President
main office has been relocated to the first floor by the gym right next to officers and trustees by regional organizations. Brenda Judson, Vice President
the new security entrance. All of our school buildings will have certain
instructional spaces upgraded to the most current heating, ventilation
The Board of Education welcomes residents, Carla Hoene, Secretary
and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Please see your building principal staff members and other interested persons to Kevin J. Carroll, Trustee
regarding these classrooms. its meetings. Decisions made by your elected
The middle school will open with new ceiling and lighting throughout
Christopher Amato, Trustee
the building, a new security “man trap” system and vestibule at the school Board affect the education of your Sunita Manjrekar, Trustee
Jerusalem Avenue entrance, new cafeteria flooring, and a renovated health children and the well-being of the Hicksville Linda Imbriale, Trustee
office.
The high school will open with a new cafeteria and relocated tennis community. The Board encourages members
courts. Renovation of the high school auditorium will continue until mid- of the community to attend all Board meetings. Board of Education members can be
year and we are looking forward to beginning construction on the aquatic
center midfall. Please access the district website to follow the progress of all contacted at 516-733-2106.
projects.
Exciting learning opportunities will continue for our students, including
Meeting Format
the district Pre-K program at Burns, Dutch and Woodland, expansion of The Board of Education holds committee
Foreign Language in the Elementary Schools (FLES) to grade 4, a new meetings encompassing the areas of curriculum,
elementary science program and Olweus, the new social-emotional learning
program for grades K-5. facilities, finance, policy and safety. These
Secondary students will enjoy new courses in Advanced Placement meetings occur monthly in the Administration
Research, Financial Algebra, Food for Thought, The ABC’s of Positive
Living, Medical Science and new textbooks for French. Building and specific dates and times are listed
We offer you this School Calendar and Parent Guide as a in this calendar.
communication tool to keep you informed. This year we have placed all The Board of Education also meets on a
the Board of Education committee and advisory meetings at the back of the
calendar for your scheduling convenience. We welcome your attendance monthly basis to conduct district business.
and participation at the Board of Education meetings in strengthening Meetings are usually held in the Board Room
home-school connections. I welcome and encourage your participation
and look forward to sharing, with pride, our commitment in providing of the Administration Building. The format 2019-2020 BOE Trustees (front, from left) Secretary
outstanding opportunities to prepare our students for a world they will for these meetings is as follows: Carla Hoene, President Phil Heckler and Vice President
meet upon graduation and beyond. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Executive Session Brenda Judson; (back, from left) Christopher Amato,
Sunita Manjrekar, Kevin J. Carroll and Linda Imbriale.
Sincerely, 8:30 p.m. Action Meeting
Marianne Litzman
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LABOR DAY Staff Orientation • Pre-K Orientation Burns, • Pre-K First Day Burns,
First Day of Classes
SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED SCHOOLS CLOSED/OFFICES Dutch, Woodland Dutch, Woodland
OPEN • PTA Presidents Mtg. w/
Superintendent
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• MS Fall Sports Begin • Elementary PTA Mtgs. • Booster Club Mtg. @ HS •E lementary School
• PTA Council Mtg. @ HS 7:30 P.M. Open House
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urriculum Council Mtg.
8:00 P.M. @ Admin. Bldg. 4:00 P.M. • HS PTSA Mtg. 7:30 P.M.
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S Back to School Night • MS Dance 7:00-9:00 P.M.
• HS Twilight Program @ Admin. Bldg. 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
Begins
• Financial Aid Night
7:00 P.M. @ HS
MAP Testing Gr. 3-8
Sept. 16-27
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• HS Picture Day • HS Picture Day •B OE Mtg. @ Admin Bldg. •H
S Back to School Night
• MS PTSA Mtg. 7:30 P.M. • HS College Fair 7:00 P.M. 8:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
• Fall Adult Continuing • SEPTA Mtg. @ MS 7:30 P.M. • Band Parents Association
Education Begins Mtg. @ HS 7:30 P.M.
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RELIGIOUS HOLIDAY page 22 of the
SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED calendar for the
Board of Education
Committee and
Advisory meeting
schedule.
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
Holidays & School Recesses Budget & Election Dates
Budget Adoption – April 21
Voter Registration – May 5
Sept. 2............................ Labor Day Annual Budget Hearing – May 6
Sept. 30-Oct. 1.............. Religious Holidays Budget Vote & Trustee Election – May 19
Oct. 9............................ Religious Holiday
Oct. 14.......................... Columbus Day Important
Nov. 5............................ Election Day/Supt. Conf. Day Board of Education Dates
Nov. 11.......................... Veterans Day Observance 7:00 Executive Session Meeting
Nov. 28-29.................... Thanksgiving Recess 8:30 PM Action Meeting/Public Session
Dec. 23-Jan. 1................ Holiday Recess Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Jan. 20........................... Martin Luther King Jr. Day Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Feb. 17-21..................... Winter Recess Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
April 9-17...................... Spring Recess
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
May 22-25..................... Memorial Day Recess Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
*There are 3 snow days built into this calendar. If 4 days or more are
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
used, instructional days will be regained in this order, April 9, 17, and 16.
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Additional modifications may be made to the calendar depending on the
total number of lost days of instruction due to weather or emergency days.
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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page 22 of the RELIGIOUS HOLIDAY •D eadline to Register for • MS Picture Day •M S Picture Day
SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED November SATs • Secondary Progress
calendar for the
Board of Education • Booster Club Mtg. @ HS Reports
7:30 P.M.
Committee and
Advisory meeting MAP Testing Gr. K-2
schedule. Oct. 2-18
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• PTA Council Mtg. @ Burns •E lementary PTA Mtgs. RELIGIOUS HOLIDAY • HS PTSA Mtg. 7:30 P.M. •H
S Spirit Day •H omecoming Fair
8:00 P.M. • Curriculum Council Mtg. SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED 10:00 A.M.
@ Admin. Bldg. 4:00 P.M. • Homecoming Game
2:00 P.M. @ HS
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heltering Drill – • PSAT Administered @ HS
•B OE Committee Mtg. Schools Will Dismiss
SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED
@ Admin. Bldg. 7:00 P.M. 15 Minutes Early
• Band Parents Association
Mtg. @ HS 7:30 P.M.
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• HS Senior Portrait Make- • HS Senior Portrait Make- • HS Senior Portrait Make- •T
ri-M Recital @ HS • S afe Halloween @ HS
Up Days Up Days Up Days 7:00 P.M. 4:00-6:00 P.M. (Elementary
• MS PTSA Mtg. 7:30 P.M. • PTA Presidents Mtg. w/ Students Only)
Superintendent • MS Dance 7:00-9:00 P.M.
• Elementary Schools Closed
Afternoon
• Elementary Evening Parent
Conferences
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@ Admin. Bldg. 4:00 P.M. 8:30 P.M.
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
Attendance celebrity night, etc.), suspension from other privileges (i.e., senior
lunch privileges, senior parking, etc.) or in-school suspension.
516-733-2177 for recorded messages indicating whether school
is open or closed. In addition, log on to the district’s website at
The Board of Education recognizes that regular school attendance
is a major component of academic success. Through implementation The Board of Education recognizes an important relationship www.hicksvillepublicschools.org or www.news12.com for up-to-date
of the attendance policy, the Board expects to reduce unexcused between class attendance and student performance. Consequently, school closing information. The determination to open school will
absences, encourage full attendance by all students, maintain an each marking period a student’s final grade will be based on be made based on information available regarding road conditions,
adequate attendance record-keeping system, identify patterns of classroom participation as well as the student’s performance on
visibility and other safety factors, but the final responsibility to
student absence and develop effective intervention strategies to homework, tests, papers, projects, etc. Students (K-12) are expected
to attend all scheduled classes. Consistent with the importance of send children to school on inclement days rests with the parents or
improve attendance. To ensure the success of this endeavor, students, guardians. The safety of our children traveling to and from school is
parents, teachers and administrators will be made aware of the classroom participation, any absence from class which is not made up
shall result in the loss of points from the student’s class participation a prime concern during winter months.
purpose, procedures and consequences of noncompliance for the
grade for the marking period. The manner in which the loss of points
policy. Copies will also be available to the community and will appear
in district publications. may be reflected will vary according to the school level. Any student Sheltering/Early Dismissal Drill
who misses a class is expected upon his or her return to consult with The annual sheltering and early dismissal drill will be held on
The policy addresses excused absences and unexcused absences Oct. 18, 2019. Buses will leave the schools 15 minutes earlier than
and tardiness. Excused absences are defined as absences due to his/her teachers regarding missed work. At the early elementary level,
parents are expected to consult with the teacher regarding missed normal dismissal time. Please make any necessary arrangements for
personal illness; illness or death in the family; impassable roads or
work. If the absence is excused, the student may earn his or her that day. This drill is a requirement of the New York State Education
weather; religious observance; quarantine; required court appearances;
classroom participation grade by arranging an assignment with the Department.
medical/dental appointments that cannot be scheduled outside the
school day; approved college visits; military obligations; or such other teacher to cover the work missed.
reasons as may be approved. All other unapproved absences, tardiness In implementing this policy, students who are unable to attend Visiting the Schools
or early departures are considered unexcused absences. All absences a class on a given day/period due to their participation in a school- The Board of Education adopted a policy and set procedures
must be accounted for. It is the parent’s responsibility to notify the sponsored activity (i.e., music lessons, field trips, etc.) may arrange regarding visits during the school day other than those made by
school office on the morning of the absence or tardiness and to with their teachers to make up any work missed. This also applies family members attending scheduled school functions or transporting
provide a written excuse upon the student’s return to school. After to any student who is absent from school due to illness who either their children to and from school.
five consecutive absences, as per Board policy, it will be necessary to receives home instruction from the district or makes arrangements Visits are authorized for parents conferring with staff members
submit a physician’s note. with the teacher to make up the work missed. Students will be about a child’s program, and former students obtaining necessary
Attendance will be taken during each class period at the secondary given the opportunity to turn in a late assignment for inclusion records or addressing classes and programs arranged by supervisors
level and on a daily basis on the elementary level. At the conclusion in the calculation of the performance portion of their final grade. or administrators. In addition, persons transacting business or
of each class period or school day, all attendance information shall be Makeup opportunities must be completed by a date specified by the performing instructional duties, chaperones for school activities, or
compiled and provided to the appropriate individual(s) responsible student’s teacher for the class or subject in question.
At the secondary level, any student with more than nine Board of Elections workers on official business are also authorized.
for attendance. The nature of an absence (full day, class cut) shall be All visitors must show photo ID and sign in upon arrival. If a
coded on a student’s record. Student absence/class cut data will be absences for one-half year or 18 absences for a full year that are
not made up will not receive credit for that course. To ensure that prior appointment has not been arranged, approval of the principal is
available to be reviewed by attendance officers or other appropriate required and the visit must be limited to a specific location. Visitors
school personnel. The following individuals will be responsible for parents and students are aware of the implications of this minimum
attendance requirement, the teacher and other appropriate school are asked to leave the building promptly when their business is
overseeing, monitoring attendance and initiating appropriate action: concluded.
principal (elementary schools), assistant principal (middle and high personnel will counsel the student and contact the parent by
telephone and mail at appropriate intervals prior to the student In accordance with Board policy, signs are posted in all school
school). Where additional information is received from a student buildings warning that unauthorized presence in schools or on school
during a student/staff conference that requires corrections to be reaching nine or 18 absences. Only students with excused absences
will be given the opportunity to make up a test for the inclusion in grounds will be subject to prosecution for loitering under section
made to a student’s attendance records, such correction will be made
immediately. Notice of such a change will be sent to appropriate the calculation of the performance portion of their final grade. 240.35 of the Penal Law.
school personnel (i.e., homeroom teachers, attendance officer, etc.).
Each school will maintain an attendance honor roll, which Emergency School Closings
will be published quarterly, identifying those students with perfect In the event that inclement weather causes us to close schools SCHOOL HOURS
and near-perfect attendance at the elementary level and perfect for the day, families with current contact information on file will be
attendance at the secondary level. notified through an automated calling system, and announcements Burns Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Generally, disciplinary sanctions will be imposed progressively. will be called into the following radio and television stations: Dutch Lane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
This means a pupil’s first unexcused absence, tardiness or early
Fork Lane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
departure will usually merit a lighter penalty than subsequent WCBS-AM (880) News 12 L.I. Channel 5 FOX Old Country Road. . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
violations. In accordance with the district’s Code of Conduct,
East Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
WABC-TV (Ch 7) WNBC-TV (Ch 4) Lee Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
the following range of disciplinary sanctions may be imposed to Woodland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
WINS-AM (1010) KJOY-FM (98.3)
discourage unexcused pupil absences, tardiness and early departure: Middle School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:25 a.m.-2:20 p.m.
written or oral notification to parents, detention, suspension from If these announcements are not broadcast, or if you missed High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:35 a.m.-2:25 p.m.
recreation participation, suspension from athletic participation, hearing the listings on the air, call the district’s snow hotline at
suspension from social or extracurricular activities (i.e., proms, senior
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eadline to Submit • S AT Reasoning Test/SAT
calendar for the College Applications Due Subject Tests 8:00 A.M.
Jan. 1, 2020
Board of Education
Committee and
Advisory meeting
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8:00 P.M. SCHOOLS CLOSED/ • BOE Committee Mtg. December SATs Secondary Schools
STAFF REPORTS @ Admin. Bldg. 7:00 P.M. • S enior Citizen Luncheon
Superintendent’s @ HS 2:00 P.M.
Conference Day for Staff •H S PTSA Meeting
7:30 P.M.
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S Fall Drama @ MS
OBSERVANCE @ Admin. Bldg. 4:00 P.M. @ HS 7:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
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lementary School PTA • HS Booster Club Meeting • MS Spirit Night 7:00-9:00 P.M.
CLOSED Mtgs. 7:30 P.M.
• HS Wrestling Begins
• MS Winter I Sports Begin
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•H S Winter Sports Begin • PTA Presidents/Principals • BOE Mtg. @ Admin. Bldg. •E lementary Schools Closed
• MS PTSA Mtg. 7:30 P.M. Dinner @ Crest Hollow 8:30 P.M. Afternoon
• MS Picture Retake Day • Elementary Afternoon
Parent Conferences
• SEPTA Mtg. @ Parent
Center 7:30 P.M.
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TA Presidents Mtg. w/ • Alumni Day @ HS
Superintendent
THANKSGIVING RECESS –
SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
Parent-Teacher Association resolving complaints and for reviewing appeals from decisions of Local
Education Agencies (LEA/District). Complaints concerning violations
ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation,
gender and sex. The Dignity Act coordinators for each school are:
Active involvement in PTA is one of the many ways parents can
participate in their children’s education. Each school in the district of ESEA Title I, Parts A, C, and D, or of the General Education
has a PTA unit which belongs to the national organization founded Provisions Act; or of Section 100.2(ee) Academic Intervention Services Burns Avenue John Comer 516-733-2311
in 1897, and is dedicated to the improvement of education, health, of the Regulations of the Commissioner are covered by these procedures. Dutch Lane Janine Rossi 516-733-2361
safety and protection of children. In addition, the Special Education Visit www.hicksvillepublicschools.org for more information. East Street Jean-Marie Serra 516-733-2321
Parent-Teacher Association (SEPTA) is concerned with children Fork Lane Chris Scardino 516-733-2341
who require special educational services in order to develop to their Code of Conduct Lee Avenue Stephanie Stam 516-733-2351
full potential. The Hicksville Council of PTAs is the coordinating The Hicksville Public Schools is committed to providing a safe and Old Country Road Laura McConnell 516-733-2301
body, with its own executive committee and representatives from orderly school environment where students may receive and Hicksville Woodland Beth Swanson 516-733-2331
individual units. Together they work toward the same goal shared by Public Schools personnel may deliver quality educational services Middle School Mara Jorisch 516-733-2261
the district as a whole – excellence in educational opportunities for without disruption or interference. Responsible behavior by students, High School Raymond Williams 516-733-2201
all Hicksville students. teachers, other Hicksville School District personnel, parents and other
Districtwide: Rosemarie Coletti 516-733-2125
PTA sponsors a wide variety of special activities for parents and visitors is essential to achieving this goal.
students. At the annual Founders Day celebration, PTA honors The Code lists expectations of the district’s essential partners in
this effort, including parents, teachers, coaches/advisers, guidance
individuals, including staff members and parents, who have made
counselors, psychologists, social workers, support staff, principals, Nondiscrimination
outstanding contributions to PTA’s goals and objectives. Hicksville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis
The interest and involvement of parents in education is a vital part administrators, superintendent and the Board of Education. A list of
these responsibilities is available on the district website or the main of economic status, intellectual ability, race, national background,
of the process, and PTA invites all parents and teachers to join and religion, disability, sex or age in any of its educational programs or
participate. Each PTA unit holds executive board meetings as noted on office of each school.
• Prohibited Student Conduct activities, or in its employment practices. Title IX of the Educational
the calendar. If you would like information regarding meeting times Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
and locations, please contact your unit president. • Reporting Violations
• Disciplinary Penalties, Procedures and Referrals (as amended), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the
Age Discrimination Act, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex,
Student Records • Student Dress Code
• Student Rights disability and age, respectively. This policy of nondiscrimination
Under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, parents of
• Student Responsibilities includes: recruitment and employment of employees, salaries, pay
students under age 18, and students or graduates age 18 or older, may
and other benefits, counseling services to students, student access to
review, obtain copies (for a nominal fee), and challenge the accuracy
course offerings, educational programs, and other activities.
or fairness of the student’s educational records. Board policy regarding
specific procedures to obtain access to educational records can be found
Dignity for All Students Act – Student Inquiries concerning the application of this policy on
nondiscrimination, or complaints of discrimination based upon any
in the main office of each school and in the community services office Bullying Prevention Intervention Policy of the above-referenced categories, may be directed to the following
at the Administration Building. The Board of Education of the Hicksville Union Free School
Complaints regarding the district’s failure to make records individual designated to coordinate the district’s efforts to comply
District is committed to providing an educational environment that
available, or to respond adequately to challenges about accuracy with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX, Section 504,
promotes respect, dignity and equality. The Board recognizes that
or fairness, should be forwarded to the Superintendent’s Office, ADA and the Age Discrimination Act.
students’ ability to learn and to meet high academic standards and a
200 Division Ave., Hicksville, NY 11801-4800. Subsequent complaints Coordination of activities relating to compliance with Title
school’s ability to educate its students are compromised by incidents of
may be filed in writing to: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy IX, Section 504 Adults, ADA and the Age Discrimination Act is
bullying or harassment.
Act Office, Department of Education, 330 Independence Ave. S.W., the responsibility of the Assistant Superintendent for Personnel,
Therefore, it is the policy of the district to prohibit bullying,
Washington, DC 20201. Hicksville Public Schools, 200 Division Ave., Hicksville, NY 11801-
harassment or discrimination against any student by a student or
4800, 516-733-2125.
students and/or employee or employees on school property or at a
Parents Data Bill of Rights
The purpose of the Parents’ Bill of Rights is to inform parents
school function including, but not limited to, the discrimination based
on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin,
Vandalism
(which also include legal guardians or persons in parental relation to a School property belongs to the citizens of Hicksville and we must all
ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation,
student, but generally not the parents of a student who is age 18 or over) do our part to see that no purposeful damage is done. If vandalism or other
gender or sex. Acts of bullying or harassment are prohibited, whether
of the legal requirements regarding privacy, security and use of student deliberate damage occurs, full restitution will be required from the guilty
data. In addition to the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy they are committed directly or indirectly, in person (face-to-face), or
parties, parents or guardians in accordance with the law.
Act (FERPA), Education Law §2-d provides important new protections remotely by use of electronic technology, either on school property, at
for student data, and new remedies for breaches of the responsibility a school function, on a school or coach bus or off school property where
to maintain the security and confidentiality of such data. Visit www. there is a sufficient nexus to the school environment. Vandalism Hotline
For the Board to effectively enforce this policy and to take prompt To report acts of vandalism or unauthorized activity on school grounds,
hicksvillepublicschools.org for more information. 4 p.m.-7 a.m. weekdays or 24 hours/day on weekends and/or holidays,
corrective measures when the policy is violated, it is essential that all call Security (mobile) at 516-297-1614
Complaint Procedures for Title I victims and persons with knowledge of bullying, harassment, or similar or call the Nassau County Police Department:
As required by Title IX, General Provisions of the Elementary behavior report it immediately to district administrative staff. 516-573-6200
and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the New York State Education A Dignity Act coordinator for each school has been trained in All calls will remain confidential.
Department (NYSED) has adopted procedures for receiving and human relations in the areas of race, color, weight, national origin, District personnel will contact the police when necessary.
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TA Council Mtg. @ East • MS Winter Concert Gr. 8 •B OE Committee Mtg. • MS Winter Concert Gr. 6 •E
nd of First Trimester – • SAT Reasoning Test/SAT
8:00 P.M. @ MS 7:30 P.M. @ Admin. Bldg. 7:00 P.M. @ MS 7:30 P.M. Elementary Schools Subject Tests 8:00 A.M.
• Elementary Schools Closed
Afternoon
• Elementary Afternoon
Parent Conferences
• MS Winter Concert Gr. 7
@ MS 7:30 P.M.
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• Elementary PTA Mtgs. • BOE Mtg. @ Admin. Bldg. • Elementary Schools Closed •S econdary Progress
8:30 P.M. Afternoon Reports
• HS Booster Club Mtg. • Elementary Evening • MS Dance 7:00-9:00 P.M.
7:30 P.M. Parent Conferences
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• MS PTSA Mtg. 7:30 P.M. • Curriculum Council Mtg. •B
and Parents Assn. Mtg. •E
lementary Report Cards
@ Admin. Bldg. 4:00 P.M. @ HS 7:30 P.M.
• HS Winter Concert I @ HS
7:00 P.M.
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HOLIDAY RECESS – SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED
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page 22 of the
calendar for the
HOLIDAY RECESS – Board of Education
SCHOOLS/OFFICES CLOSED Committee and
Advisory meeting
schedule.
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
Community Use of School Facilities age or older, and who are currently and properly registered, may
vote. In-person registration is conducted before each regular and
Department of Assessment at 516-571-1500 or visit www.
nassaucountyny.gov.
The public schools are centers of community life,
and not-for-profit, nonsectarian organizations may use the special election, and a voter remains registered by voting at least Applications for these exemptions must be made annually on or
school facilities according to district regulations. Applications once in each four-year period and maintaining residence in the before January 2 of each year to the Nassau County Department of
and inquiries should be directed to the Office of Facilities district. Residents currently registered for general elections and Assessment, 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, NY 11501.
and Operations at the Administration Building by calling meeting the qualifications outlined above are also eligible to vote
516-733-2180. Although the Board of Education encourages in school elections. Senior Citizen Privileges
community groups to use school facilities for civic, educational, For additional information, contact the office of the district Residents of Hicksville who are 60 years of age or older may
cultural or recreational purposes, school-sponsored activities will clerk between 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at 516-733-2104. be issued “Senior Citizen” passes by the Community Services
take precedence in scheduling the use of schools or grounds. Office for free admission to the matinee performance of all
Requisitos Para Votar official student plays, productions and shows, and all sports
Adult Continuing Education Todo residente del distrito escolar que sea elegible, debe
ejercer su derecho a participar en el proceso democrático
events. Proper proof of age must be presented to obtain the
nontransferable pass, which must be renewed every two years.
Education is an experience and process that continues
throughout one’s life. The Board of Education and administrators y a votar por el presupuesto de la escuela y a elegir los District residents who are at least 60 years of age will be entitled
of Hicksville Public Schools believe that the citizens of our administradores de la Junta de Educación. Esta es una manera to free tuition in many adult continuing education programs.
community should have a broad range of opportunities for importante por medio de la cual los residentes de la comunidad Each fall and spring, the district sponsors two luncheons for
advancement and fulfillment. That belief is the basis of the pueden hacer que se oigan sus voces y de jugar un papel activo senior citizens.
Adult Continuing Education Program. en nuestras escuelas públicas. For detailed information regarding any of these programs,
The program is designed to meet the needs and interests Los residentes de Hicksville que han vivido en el distrito por call the Community Services Office at 516-733-2190.
of Hicksville’s adults. A flyer, which is mailed to residents on lo menos por 30 días antes del voto, quienes son ciudadanos
a biannual basis, lists an overview of course offerings, program de los Estados Unidos y quienes tienen 18 ó más años de edad Senior Citizen Clubs
dates and tuition fees. A full brochure with more details is que estén inscritos apropiadamente, pueden votar. Se conduce The Hicksville Board of Education sponsors four senior
available on the district website. el registro en persona antes de cada elección regular y especial citizen clubs for residents of Hicksville who are 60 years of age
District residents who are 60 years of age and older will y un votante permanece registrado si vota por lo menos una or older. Club meetings are scheduled as follows:
be entitled to free tuition in many courses offered. This policy vez en cada período de cuatro años y si continúa viviendo en el
Levittown Hall
covers only registration fees and does not cover any textbook, distrito. Los residentes que están inscritos actualmente para las
Hicksville Seniors
materials fees or processing fees. The Adult Continuing elecciones generales y que reúnan los requisitos que se enumeran
10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Wednesdays
Education brochure indicates courses for which this discount más arriba, también son elegibles para votar en las elecciones de
does not apply. Director: Evelyn Murphy – 516-433-5276
la escuela.
Bethpage Community Center
Para más información, favor de ponerse en contacto con
Hicksville Gregory Museum la oficina del secretario del distrito entre las 8:30 a.m. y las
Our Lady of Mercy Seniors
11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Mondays
The Hicksville Gregory Museum provides educational 3:30 p.m. llamando al teléfono 516-733-2104.
and cultural displays and services in earth and environmental Director: Joan Chwalisz – 516-938-4261
Mid-Island Seniors
sciences, natural history and Long Island history. The museum STAR Property Tax Exemptions 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thursdays
is open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and If you have recently bought your home or you have never
on Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Personalized Director: Barbara Cheslock – 516-935-5576
applied for the STAR Benefit on your current home, you may be
group and school tours can be arranged by appointment. The St. Ignatius Church
eligible for the BASIC or Enhanced STAR Credit Check. Visit
Hicksville Gregory Museum is located on Heitz Place and Bay Hicksville Community Center – Senior Club of St. Ignatius
www.tax.ny.gov/STAR for more information and forms.
Avenue, and Hicksville residents receive free admission to the 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of
the month
museum. The telephone number is 516-822-7505. Tax Exemptions for Senior Citizens Director: Margaret Beatty – 516-822-3653
Hicksville Public Schools demonstrates its support of our
Voter Qualifications senior community by adopting the Senior Citizen Property
Every eligible school district resident should exercise his or Tax Exemption, which provides partial property tax relief on Memorial Scholarship
Several years ago, the Hicksville High School Parent Teacher Student
her right to participate in the democratic process, and to vote on a sliding-scale basis to residents meeting the required criteria. Association (PTSA) established a memorial scholarship fund. It is an ongoing
the school budget and for Board of Education trustees. This is Under the current provisions of the law, the maximum fund, which can be used in honor of a special occasion or for memorial
an important way for community residents to make their voices income permitted, including Social Security, for a senior purposes. Contributions should be directed to the Hicksville High School
heard and play an active role in our public schools. citizen’s real property exemption is $37,999. Exemptions Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Hicksville High School PTSA. Appropriate
acknowledgments are sent to the person or family of the person in whose
Hicksville residents who have lived in the district at least 30 ranging from 50 percent to 5 percent are based on a sliding name a donation is made.
days prior to the vote date, who are U.S. citizens and 18 years of scale. For further information, contact the Nassau County
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Transportation Registration Requirements K and first grade in public elementary school are requested to present
a dental health certificate. Whenever possible, physical examinations
The district will provide transportation for students who live in the
district and who attend public or nonpublic school according to policy Kindergarten should be conducted by your family physician. The physical cannot be
set by the Board of Education: In order to be admitted to kindergarten in September, a child must more than 12 months old when presented to the district. If we do not
be 5 years of age on or before December 1 of the school year in which receive the information from you or your family physician, your school
Grades K-5 living more than .5 mile from school the child enters kindergarten. Registration for children who expect to nurse will contact you to remind you of the need to provide the physical
Grades 6-8 living more than 1 mile from school enter kindergarten in September will be held in the preceding spring form. Please be advised that the school nurse will send a final notification
Grades 9-12 living more than 1.25 miles from school (see list of dates on calendar). that will inform you that you must comply with this requirement or the
Registration information will be on the district’s website. district physician will perform the medical examination.
Transportation of children to private and parochial schools outside By law, you have the right to object on the grounds of religious
the district is provided up to a maximum of 15 miles and transportation Transfer Students accommodation only.
for disabled children is mandated by state law up to 50 miles.
All students new to the district or resident children transferring
All requests for transportation of nondisabled children attending
private and parochial schools outside the district but within the
to the public schools may register at any time during the school year. Immunizations
Parents must contact the registration office to make an appointment All schools are obliged to enforce the requirements of New York
15-mile limit must be made by April 1 preceding the next school
year. Application forms and detailed information are available to register their children for school. The office is located in the State Public Health Law, Section 2164.
at the transportation office at 200 Division Ave. or by calling Administration Building at 200 Division Ave. As of July 1, 2015, no child shall be admitted to school, or in the
516-733-2185. Bus passes will be mailed by the end of August to All registrants for public school or Hicksville residents requesting case of students entering from outside New York, be allowed to attend
parents of eligible students. No bus stop changes will be made during transportation to private/parochial school must provide: school, in excess of 14 days without satisfactory written evidence that
the first two weeks of school. • Proof of Residence i.e., house deed, duly executed lease agreement, the student has been immunized. Below is a summary of the changes
The safety of our children is a prime concern in the task of real estate closing statement, Nassau County tax bill, homeowner’s to School Immunization Requirements for the 2019-20 School Year
transporting them as efficiently as possible. Parents are urged to help insurance bill, electric bill, water bill, mortgage statement, based on NYSDOH amended regulations:
children be prompt and courteous at bus stops, and to respect their notarized affidavit from the landlord, and • MMR (grades K-12) 2 doses; (Pre-K) 1 dose
fellow passengers and neighborhood residents. Parents are encouraged • Proof of Birth i.e., birth certificate, passport, baptismal certificate, • Tdap (grades 6-12) 1 dose
to accompany their children to and from the bus stop, but are restricted satisfactory proof that none of the above exist, along with other • DTaP (grades Pre-K-6) 4-5 doses - if the 4th dose is received after age
for any reason from boarding the school bus. The Board of Education documentation acceptable to the superintendent and 4 then only 4 doses required; (grades 6-12) 3 doses
also asks that parents understand the following rules of bus conduct and • Proof of Parental Relationship i.e., birth certificate indicating • Polio (grades K-4 and 6-10) 4 doses - if the 3rd dose was received
help children to observe them: parents’ name(s) along with parents’ photo ID; baptismal after the age of 4, then 3 doses required; (grades Pre-K, 5, 11 and 12)
certificate indicating parents’ name(s) along with parents’ photo 3 doses required
• No unauthorized persons are allowed to step onto a school bus. ID; duly executed court documents indicating legal guardianship,
• Be at the bus stop 10 minutes before time indicated on bus • Varicella
along with legal guardian’s photo ID; duly executed adoption
pass. (grades K-5, 6-11) 2 doses
documents along with adoptive parents’ photo ID; duly executed
• Respect private property at and near the bus stop. (grades Pre-K and 12) 1 dose
court custody documents along with custodian’s photo ID;
• Go directly to your seat and remain seated until the bus • Hepatitis B (grades Pre-K-12) 3 doses
notarized affidavit from nonresident custodial parent indicating
stops. • Meningococcal (grades 7, 8, 9 & 10) 1 dose; (grade 12) 2 doses - 1
permission to allow the child to reside with noncustodial parent/
• Do not block aisles with books or other belongings. dose acceptable if given after age 16
guardian who is a legal resident of the Hicksville Public Schools.
• Obey the instructions of the bus driver and do not distract • Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (HIB) (Pre-K) 1-4 doses
Noncustodial parents must also complete an affidavit, along with
him or her. • Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) (Pre-K) 1-4 doses
a notarized affidavit from a nonresident custodial parent or legal
• Keep arms, hands and head inside the bus windows.
• Avoid shouting, pushing and shoving. guardian, indicating permission to allow the child to reside with
the person in the custodial relationship who is a legal resident of Any student who does not meet the above-stated criteria is in
• Obey the no-smoking regulations. violation of New York State Public Health Law, Section 2164, and
• Do not touch any part of the bus after you get off. the Hicksville Public School District. The person in the custodial
relationship must also complete an affidavit and present both will not be admitted to school until the student presents satisfactory
• When crossing, walk at least 10 feet ahead of the bus as the
affidavits at the time of registration, a notarized affidavit of written evidence of compliance. Doses must meet proper intervals
driver holds traffic.
• Face traffic when walking to and from your bus stop. emancipation and proof of immunization. established by ACIP.
Bus Information (before/after school hours) Student Physicals Medical Exemption
Educational Bus Transportation (main contractor) According to Education Law Section 903, every student in Pre-K Medical exemptions must be renewed annually; it must contain
Buses........................................................................516-935-2277 or kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 8th and 11th grades and all new information to identify medical contraindications to specific
Vans.........................................................................516-935-2277 admissions to the district are required to submit a health certificate immunization, must specify the length of time immunization
signed by a duly licensed physician authorized to practice medicine in contraindicated and must be written by a physician licensed to practice
EBT Transportation.................................................... 516-935-2277 New York State. The physical examination form will request a body in the state of New York.
Suburban Bus Transportation..................................... 516-781-5484 mass index (BMI) and weight status category. All students in pre-K,
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Instructional Program Fine Arts the middle school. For the majority of high school students, a three-year
sequence of study in Regents-endorsed math courses is available. This
The program of instruction in the district is designed to prepare The fine arts curriculum for music and visual arts emphasizes
can be enhanced with a choice of electives. For students experiencing
students for the world into which they will graduate. The district development of aesthetic sensitivity through the examination and
difficulty, a support program is available to help ensure that they will
curriculum is aligned to the rigor of the Common Core State Standards experience of the creative and performing arts. Listening skills,
achieve the required level of proficiency. Students seeking an additional
and designed to ensure students meet graduation requirements for instrumental instruction, choral singing and performance are all part
challenge may take part in the enriched and accelerated honors program
college and career readiness. Development and evaluation of curriculum of a rich and varied music program. Self-expression and creativity are
that culminates with the study of Calculus while still in high school. All
is an annual process to guarantee that students are provided with a emphasized in the visual arts program. Through the Arts in Education
students, regardless of their level of accomplishment, are urged to study
program that meets this rigor and preparation. Performance objectives program, professional artists in the fields of art, music, drama and dance
four years of mathematics.
are established for each course with flexibility to allow for individual visit the schools throughout the district to work with students and help
growth and differentiated instructional methods. them to understand the nature of their art form. A wide range of courses
in music and visual and performing arts is available to secondary school
Business Education
Educational goals and objectives set by the Board of Education serve The district program in business education begins with the
as the framework upon which the program is built. These objectives students. The visual arts program offers both fine and applied arts
development of computer skills. Students are introduced to the Microsoft
include the development of academic and study skills, physical and courses. Students may explore graphic art, animation and photography
with modern computer technology and digital imaging. Extensive Office programs Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as to the web
intellectual development, scientific understanding, aesthetic expression, design program Dreamweaver.
extracurricular activities at the secondary level support the program.
career development, and an awareness of the interaction between the The high school level offers a wide range of business courses including
individual and society. Hicksville Public Schools’ programs provide for
excellence in education in each curriculum area, with opportunities for
World Languages accounting, marketing, business law and small-business operations.
Students seeking an additional challenge may enroll in college-level
World language instruction begins in the sixth grade with an
intervention and enrichment. courses in accounting and/or marketing through a partnership agreement
alternate-day FLEX course designed to acquaint students with French,
Brief descriptions of the curricular programs follow. Further Italian, Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL) plus the rudiments with Long Island University.
information is available by calling the assistant superintendent for of Latin. After this sampling of languages, students choose the language Exposure to the world of business provides a valuable experience
curriculum and instruction; the director of curriculum, instruction and they will study from the seventh grade onward. In grades 7 and 8, for students, which is applicable to many career paths following their
assessments, curriculum supervisors; and principals. Their telephone students develop the ability to communicate orally and in writing, and to completion of high school.
numbers are listed on the last page of the calendar. read short passages on a variety of topics, such as personal identification,
family, leisure and meal taking. Computer and Technology Education
English, Reading and Library Students are encouraged to continue a three-year sequence of study Internet Safety Policy (Abridged): It is the philosophy of the
Effective communication skills remain vital in facing the challenges to enhance their language skills and to help them meet with success in an Hicksville Public Schools that the integration of technology with the
of higher education, future employment, and the substantial demands increasingly global society. We offer college-level courses in partnership curriculum is an essential part of instruction. At the same time, there is
of a competitive global economy. New York State Next Generation with St. John’s University beyond the third year of language study in an inherent responsibility on the part of users to conduct themselves in
English Language Arts Learning Standards articulate expectations for Spanish, Italian and French. an appropriate and considerate manner when using this medium. The
students’ reading, writing, and language use both in print and digital Our district has implemented a Foreign Language in the Elementary internet contains a rich array of educational content as well as information
form at each level of their development and stress the importance of oral School (FLES) program to provide quality instruction in Spanish to that is illegal or inappropriate for children. Therefore, internet resources
communication skills as well. Students are taught to craft their messages children in 3rd and 4th grade. FLES is a wonderful opportunity for are filtered for inappropriate content, students are educated about
and presentations based on their audience, task, and purpose, as well as children to expand their horizons and begin the foundation of language internet safety and appropriate online behavior, and student use is
the discipline involved. and multicultural understanding. monitored and supervised by staff. However, the security, accuracy and
The development of literacy skills, including the close reading quality of information that is available through our network cannot be
of text and the ability to write from sources, begins in the early years ENL guaranteed. While the guidelines that follow have been developed to
and continues through to high school graduation for each student. Students are evaluated upon entry into the Hicksville School ensure responsible use of our computer network and the internet, we
Innovative instructional methods encourage children to think, compose, District to determine their eligibility for the English as a New Language respect each family’s right to deny independent internet use by their
and express their ideas using clear and vivid language as they are (ENL) program. This program is designed to provide English Language children in school.
presented with a variety of reading selections across subject areas. Learners (ELL) with the appropriate support services needed to achieve Parent/Guardian Option: A parent/guardian may deny their child
Students develop critical skills necessary to undertake the close, attentive and maintain a satisfactory level of academic performance and ensure independent access to the internet at any time by submitting a letter
a smooth transition into general education classes.. State regulations to the school. However, teacher-directed internet activities are part of
reading which is at the heart of understanding complex written works,
determine eligibility requirements for this program. our curriculum and not subject to parent/guardian authorization. Such
both literary and informational, that are necessary to build knowledge
activities may include the use of various online educational Web sites
and broaden worldviews.
Teacher training in instructional strategies and diagnostic skills
Mathematics and services that may require students to set up individual user accounts,
It is the goal of the mathematics program to develop mathematically with the minimum required personal information, solely for the purpose
to improve instruction is a priority in professional development. The
proficient and confident students. At all levels, our program is aligned of accessing such services in connection with approved classroom
elementary reading program utilizes a broad-based approach that includes
with the New York State Common Core Standards and is designed to help instruction. Unless a parent/guardian denies such access for their child,
both literature and informational text; Leveled Literacy Intervention students will be permitted to set up their accounts, with the consent
students develop skills in computation, mathematical communication
(LLI) strategies are used to help struggling readers strengthen skills. On and problem-solving. With the proper foundation laid at the elementary of their teachers, in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy
the secondary level, students are presented with a wide variety of reading level, the secondary curriculum provides alternate programs of study to Protection Act.
selections across genres; writing is a daily requirement. ensure that skills are further developed and the needs of all students are For the full Board of Education Policy 4526, please visit
addressed. All eighth-grade students complete a course in Algebra I at www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
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