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MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
MILL NECK MANOR
SCHOOL FOR THE
      DEAF
    2021-2022
   CALENDAR
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
ABSENCES
When your child is absent from school, the parent must call (516) 628-4233 and/or email jennifer.mandrachia@millneck.org. A written note must
accompany the student to school for an absence or when tardy. A doctor’s note, stating if there are any restrictions on activities or the child may
return to all therapies, is required when a student returns to school after an injury, hospitalization, or an illness for 3 days or more. The only legal
excuses for absence or tardiness under the Education Law of the State of New York are:
•       Sickness/death in the family (3 days)
•       Impassable roads or weather making travel unsafe
•       Religious observance
•       Approved school-supervised trips
•       Required court presence
•       For all high school students, any more than 10 absences during the school year could affect credit hours earned.

EMERGENCIES
For the safety of your child, please submit the telephone numbers of an authorized persons who can be reached during the day in the event
of illness or injury at school or school closures. The school secretary provides emergency contact forms each September. It is vital that this
information be kept up-to-date, and if it changes at any time, please inform the program secretary.

EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
Should it become necessary to close school due to an emergency or inclement weather, announcements will be made via telephone or email.
Parents will receive an automated call to the most current phone number we have as well a text message and/or email – depending on what you
have furnished to the school. As soon as the decision has been made if the school will be open, closed or have an early release time, you will
receive a call or message. Should you change any of your contact information, it is extremely important for you to inform the school so that we
can reach you should there ever be a reason to contact you.

SCHOOL NURSE
Our school nurse, Jennifer Mandrachia, is located in the DEC and can be reached at (516) 628-4233 or via email at jennifer.mandrachia@
millneck.org.

MEDICATION
Parents must inform the school nurse when their child is to receive any type of medication during school hours. Written requests from both parents
and a physician are required by the New York State Department of Education. Medication must be in the prescription container. Controlled
substances, such as Ritalin, should not be sent on the school bus. Medications in this category are to be delivered directly to the school nurse.

HELP IS AVAILABLE
Physicians, dentists, nurses, teachers, and other professionals are required by law to report child abuse. If you suspect that a child is being abused
or neglected, immediately call the 24-hour toll-free Childline at 800-342-3720. Your name will be kept confidential.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Parents are encouraged to attend the Parent Training sessions, special events and workshops. All parents are encouraged to participate in our Parent
Education sessions and Parent Support groups, which includes workshops, sign language classes, luncheons, and events.
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
HOMEWORK
Typically, students are given homework assignments based upon work performed in the classroom. The assignments reinforce skills and enables
the teacher to evaluate how well they are mastered. Homework also provides parents with information about schoolwork. If your child has
difficulty with the homework, please inform the teacher so they can assist your child with the assignment and review the day’s work. If you have
any questions, please feel free to contact the teacher.

HOMEWORK TIPS for PARENTS
Find a quiet place, free of distractions. Have your child start soon after arriving home.
Review the assignments before beginning, and check to see that they were completed. Praise and support your child’s efforts. If your child
struggles with an assignment, contact your child’s teacher, but limit the direct assistance you give them. Remember, homework helps teachers
assess your child’s understanding of the concepts taught.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS AT A GLANCE
Shaded boxes shown throughout the calendar indicate that school is closed.

SUMMER SCHOOL - 2022
Starts July 5 and ends August 12.

SNOW DAYS
If NO snow days are used during the year, school will close on April 14, May 26, May 27 & May 31. See the months of April and May for specific
details.

FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL
On October 9th and 10th, the Mill Neck Family will host the annual Fall Harvest Festival.
For more information or to volunteer, call our switchboard at (516) 922-4100.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Annual fundraising events are held in fall, spring and summer. Proceeds from the events benefit the Mill Neck Family of Organizations. For more
information/updates, visit our website: www.millneck.org or call our switchboard at (516) 922-4100.

FAMILY SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES
Mill Neck offers Parent and Sibling Sign Language classes. Classes are offered at beginner and intermediate levels on campus. For more
information, call our switchboard at (516) 922-4100.

COMMUNITY ASL CLASSES
Mill Neck Services offers adult-level American Sign Language throughout the year. For more information, please call (516) 922-3818, ext. 244.
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
September 2021
                                                                                                                                       August '21                           October '21
                                                                                                                                  S   M    T    W    T     F    S   S    M T W T              F    S
                                                                                                                                  1    2    3    4    5    6    7                             1    2
                                                                                                                                  8    9   10   11   12   13   14    3    4    5    6    7    8    9
                                                                                                                                 15   16   17   18   19   20   21   10   11   12   13   14   15   16
                                                                                                                                 22   23   24   25   26   27   28   17   18   19   20   21   22   23
                                                                                                                                 29   30   31                       24   25   26   27   28   29   30
                                                                                                                                                                    31
     Sunday        Monday            Tuesday                      Wednesday                          Thursday                              Friday                           Saturday
29            30                31                               1                               2                                3                                     4
                                                               Superintendent's Conference Day Superintendent's Conference Day
                                                                        (Staff Only)                     (Staff Only)

5             6                  7                               8                               9                                10                                 11
                    Labor Day           Rosh Hashanah                  Rosh Hashanah

12            13                14                              15                              16                                17                                 18
                                 Soccer and Volleyball begin      MNMEA General Meeting                 Yom Kippur
                                    Deaf Awareness Day                  8:00 AM

19            20                21                              22                              23                                24                                 25
                      SDM                                        Division Meeting-All Staff
                                                                          8:00 AM
                                                                 DEAF AWARENESS WEEK

26            27                28                              29                              30                                1                                     2
                                                               MNMEA Executive Board Meeting
                                                                          8:00 AM

3             4                 Notes
                                                                                                                                           School Closed
                                                                                                                                           Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                                           Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
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October 2021
                                                                                                                            September '21                    November '21
                                                                                                                       S    M T W       T      F    S    S   M    T    W    T     F    S
                                                                                                                                   1     2     3    4         1    2    3    4    5    6
                                                                                                                        5    6 7 8       9    10   11    7    8    9   10   11   12   13
                                                                                                                       12   13 14 15    16    17   18   14   15   16   17   18   19   20
                                                                                                                       19   20 21 22    23    24   25   21   22   23   24   25   26   27
                                                                                                                       26   27 28 29    30              28   29   30

     Sunday        Monday                     Tuesday     Wednesday                         Thursday                            Friday                           Saturday
26            27                         28             29                              30                                 1                                 2

3             4                           5              6                              7                                  8                                 9
                                                           MNMEA General Meeting        Virtual Back to School Night        Meet the Teacher Picnic
                                                                  8:00 AM                         6:00 PM                          11:00 AM

10            11                         12             13                              14                              15                               16
                   Columbus Day/                          Division Meeting-All Staff                                                      ESDAA Soccer Tournament
               Indigenous People's Day                             8:00 AM                                                                       Rochester

17            18                         19             20                              21                              22                               23
                        SDM                                     Staff Training
                                                                  8:00 AM

24            25                         26             27                              28                              29                               30
               School-wide Photo Day                    MNMEA Executive Board Meeting     Soccer & Volleyball end
                                                                  8:00 AM

31            1                          Notes
                                                                                                                                School Closed
                                                                                                                                Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                                Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
November 2021
                                                                                                                                       October '21                       December '21
                                                                                                                               S    M T W T                F    S   S    M T W      T     F    S
                                                                                                                                                           1    2               1    2    3    4
                                                                                                                                3    4     5    6    7     8    9    5    6 7 8      9   10   11
                                                                                                                               10   11    12   13   14    15   16   12   13 14 15   16   17   18
                                                                                                                               17   18    19   20   21    22   23   19   20 21 22   23   24   25
                                                                                                                               24   25    26   27   28    29   30   26   27 28 29   30   31
                                                                                                                               31
     Sunday        Monday                     Tuesday                  Wednesday                         Thursday                         Friday                            Saturday
31            1                          2                            3                              4                             5                                    6
                                                                        MNMEA General Meeting                                            E-Learning Day
                                                                              8:00 AM

7             8                          9                           10                              11                         12                                   13
                         SDM              Fitness Program begins       Division Meeting-All Staff           Veterans Day                 1st Quarter Ends
                                                                               8:00 AM                                                      (46 days)
                                                                                                                               Superintendent's Conference Day
                                                                                                                                           (Staff Only)

14            15                        16                           17                              18                         19                                   20
                  Cheerleading begins                                        Staff Training                                                MNFO Feast
                                                                               8:00 AM

21            22                        23                           24                              25                         26                                   27
                                         School Picture Retake Day   MNMEA Executive Board Meeting       Thanksgiving Recess
                                                                               8:00 AM

                                                                      Early Release Drill-2:15 PM

28            29                        30                            1                              2                             3                                    4
                                             Fitness Program ends

5             6                         Notes
                                                                                                                                         School Closed
                                                                                                                                         Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                                         Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
December 2021
                                                                                                                         November '21                          January '22
                                                                                                                    S    M    T    W    T     F    S   S    M T W T             F     S
                                                                                                                          1    2    3    4    5    6                                  1
                                                                                                                     7    8    9   10   11   12   13    2    3    4    5    6    7    8
                                                                                                                    14   15   16   17   18   19   20    9   10   11   12   13   14   15
                                                                                                                    21   22   23   24   25   26   27   16   17   18   19   20   21   22
                                                                                                                    28   29   30                       23   24   25   26   27   28   29
                                                                                                                                                       30   31
     Sunday        Monday               Tuesday              Wednesday                         Thursday                       Friday                           Saturday
28            29                   30                       1                              2                            3                                  4
                                                              MNMEA General Meeting             Basketball begins
                                                                    8:00 AM

5             6                     7                       8                              9                         10                                 11
                                                             Division Meeting-All Staff
                                                                     8:00 AM

12            13                   14                      15                              16                        17                                 18
                       SDM                                         Staff Training
                                                                     8:00 AM

19            20                   21                      22                              23                        24                                 25
                                                           MNMEA Executive Board Meeting                                      Winter Recess
                                                                     8:00 AM

26            27                   28                      29                              30                        31                                    1
                   Winter Recess           Winter Recess          Winter Recess                  Winter Recess                Winter Recess

2             3                    Notes
                                                                                                                              School Closed
                                                                                                                              Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                              Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
January 2022
                                                                                                               December '21                        February '22
                                                                                                          S    M T W       T      F    S   S    M T     W    T     F    S
                                                                                                                      1     2     3    4            1    2    3    4    5
                                                                                                           5    6 7 8       9    10   11    6    7 8     9   10   11   12
                                                                                                          12   13 14 15    16    17   18   13   14 15   16   17   18   19
                                                                                                          19   20 21 22    23    24   25   20   21 22   23   24   25   26
                                                                                                          26   27 28 29    30    31        27   28

     Sunday        Monday                        Tuesday     Wednesday                         Thursday            Friday                          Saturday
26            27                            28             29                              30              31                                  1

2             3                              4              5                              6                  7                                8
                                                              MNMEA General Meeting
                                                                     8:00 AM

9             10                            11             12                              13              14                               15
                         SDM                                 Division Meeting-All Staff                           E-Learning Day
                                                                      8:00 AM

16            17                            18             19                              20              21                               22
              Martin Luther King, Jr. Day                          Staff Training
                                                                     8:00 AM

23            24                            25             26                              27              28                               29
                                                           MNMEA Executive Board Meeting                          2nd Quarter ends
                                                                     8:00 AM                                         (46 days)
                                                                                 NYS Regents Exams

30            31                            Notes
                                                                                                                  School Closed
                                                                                                                  Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                  Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
February 2022
                                                                                                                                                       January '22                         March '22
                                                                                                                                               S     M T W T             F     S   S     M T     W    T     F    S
                                                                                                                                                                               1             1    2    3    4    5
                                                                                                                                                2     3    4    5    6    7    8    6     7 8     9   10   11   12
                                                                                                                                                9    10   11   12   13   14   15   13    14 15   16   17   18   19
                                                                                                                                               16    17   18   19   20   21   22   20    21 22   23   24   25   26
                                                                                                                                               23    24   25   26   27   28   29   27    28 29   30   31
                                                                                                                                               30    31
     Sunday                    Monday                    Tuesday                    Wednesday                            Thursday                         Friday                           Saturday
30                        31                         1                             2                                 3                             4                                   5
                                                                                    MNMEA General Meeting
                                                                                            8:00 AM

6                         7                          8                             9                               10                           11                                  12
                           Traditional Cheer ends                                   Division Meeting-All Staff           Pep Rally-1:00 PM          ESDAA Cheer Tournament              ESDAA Cheer Tournament
                                                                                             8:00 AM                                                       Fanwood                             Fanwood

                                                                     ------------------- WINTER SPIRIT WEEK -------------------

13                        14                        15                            16                               17                           18                                  19
ESDAA Cheer Tournament             SDM                                           MNMEA Executive Board Meeting            Basketball ends
       Fanwood                                                                              8:00 AM
 Competitive Cheer ends

20                        21                        22                            23                               24                           25                                  26
                           Presidents Week Break      Presidents Week Break          Presidents Week Break             Presidents Week Break         Presidents Week Break

27                        28                         1                             2                                 3                             4                                   5

6                         7                         Notes
                                                                                                                                                          School Closed
                                                                                                                                                          Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                                                          Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 2021-2022 CALENDAR
March 2022
                                                                                                               February '22                           April '22
                                                                                                       S    M T      W    T        F    S   S    M T W T              F    S
                                                                                                                1     2    3       4    5                             1    2
                                                                                                        6    7 8      9   10      11   12    3    4    5    6    7    8    9
                                                                                                       13   14 15    16   17      18   19   10   11   12   13   14   15   16
                                                                                                       20   21 22    23   24      25   26   17   18   19   20   21   22   23
                                                                                                       27   28                              24   25   26   27   28   29   30

     Sunday        Monday                     Tuesday     Wednesday                         Thursday             Friday                             Saturday
27            28                          1              2                              3                  4                                    5
                                                           MNMEA General Meeting
                                                                 8:00 AM

6             7                           8              9                              10              11                                   12
                  Track & Field begins                    Division Meeting-All Staff
                                                                  8:00 AM

13            14                         15             16                              17              18                                   19
                         SDM                                                                           Superintendent's Conference Day
                                                                                                                   (Staff Only)

20            21                         22             23                              24              25                                   26
                                                                Staff Training
                                                                  8:00 AM

27            28                         29             30                              31                 1                                    2
                                                        MNMEA Executive Board Meeting
                                                                 8:00 AM
                                                         NYS Grades 3-8 ELA Testing

3             4                          Notes
                                                                                                                 School Closed
                                                                                                                 Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                 Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
April 2022
                                                                                                                                     March '22                          May '22
                                                                                                                             S    M T     W    T     F    S    S   M    T    W    T     F    S
                                                                                                                                      1    2    3    4    5    1    2    3    4    5    6    7
                                                                                                                              6    7 8     9   10   11   12    8    9   10   11   12   13   14
                                                                                                                             13   14 15   16   17   18   19   15   16   17   18   19   20   21
                                                                                                                             20   21 22   23   24   25   26   22   23   24   25   26   27   28
                                                                                                                             27   28 29   30   31             29   30   31

     Sunday        Monday              Tuesday                      Wednesday                         Thursday                        Friday                        Saturday
27            28                  29                              30                              31                             1                             2

3             4                    5                               6                              7                              8                             9
                                  Elementary Intramurals begins      MNMEA General Meeting                                           3rd Quarter Ends
                                                                            8:00 AM                                                     (45 days)

10            11                  12                              13                              14                          15                               16
                      SDM                                           Division Meeting-All Staff    (1st snow day give back)            Spring Break
                                                                             8:00 AM

17            18                  19                              20                              21                          22                               23
                   Spring Break           Spring Break                    Spring Break                 Spring Break                   Spring Break

24            25                  26                              27                              28                          29                               30
                                                                  MNMEA Executive Board Meeting
                                                                           8:00 AM
                                                                  NYS Grades 3-8 Math Testing

1             2                   Notes                           **If one snow day is used, open on 4/14.
                                                                  Two snow days used, open on 4/14 & 5/26.                           School Closed
                                                                  Three snow days used, open on 4/14, 5/26 and                       Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                  5/31.                                                              Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
                                                                  Four snow days used, open on 4/14, 5/26, 5/31 &
                                                                  5/27.
May 2022
                                                                                                                              April '22                          June '22
                                                                                                                    S     M T W T             F    S    S   M T W         T     F     S
                                                                                                                                              1    2               1       2    3     4
                                                                                                                     3    4    5    6    7    8    9    5    6 7 8         9   10    11
                                                                                                                    10   11   12   13   14   15   16   12   13 14 15      16   17    18
                                                                                                                    17   18   19   20   21   22   23   19   20 21 22      23   24    25
                                                                                                                    24   25   26   27   28   29   30   26   27 28 29      30

     Sunday        Monday        Tuesday                   Wednesday                         Thursday                         Friday                            Saturday
1             2              3                            4                              5                              6                                   7
                                                            MNMEA General Meeting                                                            Track & Field ESDAA
                                                                  8:00 AM                                                                         Maryland
                                                                                                                                                                Track & Field ends

8             9             10                           11                              12                          13                                 14
                     SDM      MS/HS Fitness/IM begins      Division Meeting-All Staff
                                                                    8:00 AM

15            16            17                           18                              19                          20                                 21
                                                                 Staff Training                                               E-Learning Day
                                                                   8:00 AM

22            23            24                           25                              26                          27                                 28
                                                         MNMEA Executive Board Meeting   (2nd snow day give back)        (4th snow day give back)
                              NYS Grade 4 & 8 Science              8:00 AM
                                 Performance Test

29            30            31                            1                              2                              3                                   4
                              (3rd snow day give back)

5             6             Notes                        **If one snow day is used, open on 4/14.
                                                         Two snow days used, open on 4/14 & 5/26.                             School Closed
                                                         Three snow days used, open on 4/14, 5/26 and                         Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                         5/31.                                                                Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
                                                         Four snow days used, open on 4/14, 5/26, 5/31 &
                                                         5/27.
June 2022
                                                                                                                                       May '22                           July '22
                                                                                                                             S   M    T    W    T     F    S   S    M T W T              F    S
                                                                                                                             1    2    3    4    5    6    7                             1    2
                                                                                                                             8    9   10   11   12   13   14    3    4    5    6    7    8    9
                                                                                                                            15   16   17   18   19   20   21   10   11   12   13   14   15   16
                                                                                                                            22   23   24   25   26   27   28   17   18   19   20   21   22   23
                                                                                                                            29   30   31                       24   25   26   27   28   29   30
                                                                                                                                                               31
     Sunday        Monday                     Tuesday                Wednesday                         Thursday                        Friday                          Saturday
29            30                        31                          1                              2                         3                                     4
                                                                      MNMEA General Meeting
                                                                            8:00 AM

5             6                          7                          8                              9                         10                                 11
              NYS Grade 4 & 8 Science     Sports Awards Luncheon     Division Meeting-All Staff     MS/HS Fitness/IM ends
                   Written Test                                               8:00 AM

12            13                        14                         15                              16                        17                                 18
                         SDM                                               Staff Training                                   6th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
                                                                             8:00 AM                                                     10:30 AM
                                                                                                        NYS Regents Exams

19            20                        21                         22                              23                        24                                 25
                  Juneteenth observed      Pre-School Graduation   MNMEA Executive Board Meeting          HS Graduation               4th Quarter Ends
                                                 10:00 AM                    8:00 AM                        11:00 AM                     (47 days)
                                                                        NYS Regents Exams

26            27                        28                         29                              30                        1                                     2
                  Early Summer Break         Early Summer Break         Early Summer Break             Early Summer Break         Early Summer Break

3             4                         Notes
                                                                                                                                      School Closed
                                                                                                                                      Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                                                                      Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
July 2022
                                                                                          June '22                         August '22
                                                                                S    M T W        T     F    S     S   M    T    W    T     F    S
                                                                                            1      2    3    4          1    2    3    4    5    6
                                                                                 5    6 7 8        9   10   11     7    8    9   10   11   12   13
                                                                                12   13 14 15     16   17   18    14   15   16   17   18   19   20
                                                                                19   20 21 22     23   24   25    21   22   23   24   25   26   27
                                                                                26   27 28 29     30              28   29   30   31

     Sunday        Monday                  Tuesday   Wednesday       Thursday             Friday                           Saturday
26            27                      28             29          30                 1                                  2
                                                                                        Early Summer Break

3             4                        5             6           7                  8                                  9
                   Independence Day

10            11                      12             13          14              15                                16

17            18                      19             20          21              22                                23

24            25                      26             27          28              29                                30

31            1                       Notes
                                                                                          School Closed
                                                                                          Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                          Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
August 2022
                                                                                July '22                      September '22
                                                                      S    M T W T              F    S   S    M T W T          F    S
                                                                                                1    2                  1      2    3
                                                                       3    4    5    6    7    8    9    4    5 6 7 8         9   10
                                                                      10   11   12   13   14   15   16   11   12 13 14 15     16   17
                                                                      17   18   19   20   21   22   23   18   19 20 21 22     23   24
                                                                      24   25   26   27   28   29   30   25   26 27 28 29     30
                                                                      31
     Sunday        Monday        Tuesday   Wednesday       Thursday             Friday                           Saturday
31            1              2             3           4                  5                                  6

7             8              9             10          11              12                                 13

14            15            16             17          18              19                                 20

21            22            23             24          25              26                                 27

28            29            30             31

                            Notes
                                                                                School Closed
                                                                                Superintendent's Conference Day, Staff Only
                                                                                Possible Snow Make Up Day(s)
OUR MISSION
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf values the learning styles, communication modalities, and cultures of each individual student. The mission of
our program is to cultivate the potential in every student to thrive as a contributing member of society by inspiring a love of learning through direct
access to communication. We aim to challenge and empower students to determine their own path in life based on their unique skills and abilities
through a variety of provided opportunities.

OUR HISTORY and PROGRAMS
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf was established in 1951 to help Deaf children unlock their potential through quality education. Our
specially trained staff, carefully structured programs and access to the newest technologies give our students the academic knowledge and
confidence they need to be successful both in and out of the classroom. Our care for each child does not end when the school day does. We are
also committed to the people who are a regular part of the child’s life: the family.
For almost 200 years, the residents of New York State have relied on the expertise of a unique group of schools to provide educational services to
children who are Deaf, blind or physically disabled. These schools are known as the 4201 Schools. Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf is one
of eleven 4201 Schools located throughout New York State. Each school has its own Board of Directors, receives financial support for operating
expenses from New York State and depends on private donations for program enhancements. There are no charges to parents for educational costs.

INFANT/TODDLER PROGRAM
The Mill Neck Manor Infant/Toddler Program serves the needs of children from infancy to age 3 who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Our team consists of a
certified Teacher of the Deaf, Speech Therapist and our Educational Audiologist. Parents and/or caregivers are an essential part of our team and participate in
each session. The children in this program have varying degrees of hearing loss and use technology such as hearing aids, cochlear implants and BAHAs. Our
staff supports the family’s choice of communication modality and listening devices. All our students receive routine audiological testing on-site to monitor their
hearing and technology.
Our youngest students attend individual sessions that focus on the unique needs of each family and child. Caregivers learn how to incorporate communication,
language and listening into daily routines and experiences at home. The teacher and therapist work together to monitor the child’s development and create
goals. Parent training is focused on using strategies to improve listening and communication, getting comfortable with listening devices and understanding
hearing loss.
The Toddler Program (12 months-3 years) is based on the same principles as the Infant Program, but sessions become longer as the child is able to respond to
his/her surroundings and peers. Toddlers attend class in small groups in addition to receiving individual speech therapy. The small group setting allows children
to build social skills and to practice listening and communicating in noise. Parents should continue to be the primary participants in the sessions, discussions
and workshops. Attending class with other parents also provides opportunities to meet other families who may have similar experiences and needs.

PRESCHOOL TOTAL COMMUNICATION PROGRAM
Total communication (TC), for ages 3 and 4, is the philosophy of education children with a hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication: formal
American Sign Language, natural gestures, fingerspelling, non-manual behaviors, listening, lip reading and speech. The children in our TC program typically
wear hearing aids or cochlear implants. The TC Program provides each child with the opportunity to bridge the concept of understanding to the spoken
language, equal access to language and less frustration to communicate with family, friends and peers. Our full-day program provides a comprehensive school
readiness program in all academic and social areas needed for kindergarten. The New York Preschool Curriculum is used to create learning centers, literacy
activities and play centered units.
INTEGRATED PRE-KINDERGARTEN/KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
Our Integrated Pre-Kindergarten/Kindergarten Auditory Verbal Program, for 3- and 4-year-old children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, features a
developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the Common Core Standards for preschool and kindergarten. Specifically designed for children with
cochlear implants, hearing aid users and their hearing peers from the community, the program provides opportunities through language, literacy, and play. In
conjunction with a comprehensive educational program, parents are involved in their child’s receptive and expressive language.

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
The Elementary Program follows a rigorous academic curriculum focusing on critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving skills, as well as speech and
language skills and speaking/signing. Reading and writing skills are developed in a literacy block and are also heavily stressed throughout the other core content
area. Students take classes in art, computers, physical education, library and health. He small student-to-staff ratio in the classrooms allows for individualized
attention and ensures that each child’s specific needs are being met. Weekly class meetings support character development.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES (CDOS)
The CDOS Commencement Credential can be awarded, upon graduation from high school to a student who has entry-level work readiness skills. The CDOS
Commencement Credential can be earned by students with disabilities with a regular high school diploma or as their only high school exiting credential
for those who did not earn a local or Regents diploma. The CDOS Commencement Credential is not a local or Regents high school diploma. The CDOS
Commencement Credential means the student has met the high school learning standards necessary for work success and has completed 216 hours of work-
based learning experiences in school, business, or community settings.

JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf is committed to providing a safe environment for all students to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. Staff,
students, and the entire school community work together to help every child realize his/her potential to become a responsible and productive member of
society and a lifelong learner.
The Jr./Sr. High School Program is an accredited New York State program providing high quality. Efficient educational classes through which all students can
achieve the Common Core Standards leading to a high school diploma. Additionally, vocational training and independent living skills training is given for those
students not eligible for a NYS diploma. These multiple pathways to graduation are available and lead to a variety of post-secondary options.

AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Our extracurricular program provides extra time after school for students to pursue additional interests. Our athletic programs include basketball, volleyball,
cheerleading, soccer, IM/fitness and track and field. Athletics are open to students in grade 6 and up (depending on the activity). Our Extended Day Program is
open to students ages 6 and up and meets once a week. Activities are determined based on student interest.

SUMMER PROGRAM
Our six-week summer program offers intensive instruction in academic areas for students requiring extra instruction, as determined by their Committee on
Special Education, to ensure that there is no substantial regression of skills over the summer. Speech, physical and occupational therapy are provided. The
program is enhanced by special projects and field trips.

SPECIAL SERVICES
In addition to classroom teachers and special teachers for art, physical education, computers and library, students have access to psychologists, a registered
nurse, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech and language specialists, reading specialist, school audiologist, school counselors and social workers.
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Mill Neck Manor follows guidelines that are established by the Center for Disease Control/CDC, New York State Department of Health and New
York State Education Department. As you know, this is a fluid situation that changes often. At the time of the publication of this calendar, the
following policies are in place in our school:

MASKS-
• Are to be always worn inside the building (except when eating or in an individual speech/language session where a barrier is present) by ALL
  staff and students, regardless of vaccination status.
• Are to be worn on all school transportation-buses provided by the home district, MNM school vans, buses rented by MNM for trips, etc.
• Are not required for outside activities. Individuals may make this choice for themselves/as directed by their families.

BARRIERS-
• Barriers are available for any staff and/or student wishing to use them.

SOCIAL DISTANCING-
• Social distancing at a minimum of 3 feet should be observed at all times.

ATTESTATIONS-
• Should be completed daily by all staff and students. If you or anyone in your household have any symptoms, stay home and contact your
   healthcare provider.

TEMPERATURE CHECKS-
• Should be performed at home and again upon arrival at school.
STUDENT QUICK GUIDE TO THE MILL NECK MANOR SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT
RESPECT YOURSELF-
• dress appropriately
• personal grooming – keep yourself clean
• report any behaviors / situations that make you uncomfortable
• be prepared to learn
• be on time to school and classes
• speak nicely about yourself

RESPECT EACH OTHER-
      We respect others no matter a person’s actual or perceived (what you think)
• race or country of origin
• hearing ability
• color of their skin
• weight
• ethnic group
• religion or religious practice
• disabilities – physical, mental, emotional or learning
• sexual orientation
• gender identity or sex
• communication abilities

RESPECT ALL PROPERTY -
• School property such as walls, furniture including chairs or tables, sports equipment, lockers, vehicles
• School or personal technology – computers, hearing aids, CI’s, cell phones, and other electronic devices
• Student or staff backpacks, lunch bags, purses, wallets
• Student or staff clothing
MILL NECK MANOR
BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Rev. Dr. David H. Benke, Chairman
Dr. Asiah Mason, CEO
Dr. Joyce Bisso
Mr. William Charon
Mr. Joseph DiBartolo
Rev. Dr. Brian Friedrich
Mr. Joshua A. Lafazon
Rev. Dr. Derek G. Lecakes
Mrs. Leslie Schnake
Rev. Dr. Gregory S. Walton
Rev. Dr. Timothy R. Yeadon
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