A letter to parents from Dr. McNiff:
Dear Catholic School Students and
Families,
With great enthusiasm and
appreciation, I write to share news of yet another system-wide increase in
performance on the New York State exams for grades three through eight.
Thanks to the hard work of our
principals, faculties and staff, along with your leadership as your
child(ren)’s primary educator, our schools saw a significant increase in scores
for the fourth consecutive year. Relative to 2017, performance in math rose 7.1
points and 6.3 points in English Language Arts. These numbers outpace New York
State and New York City public schools, demonstrating the educational value our
schools are so proud to offer students. Perhaps most encouragingly, every
region in the archdiocese saw growth among their students, showing the benefits
Catholic education can provide to every single child in New York.
Catholic schools in the
Archdiocese of New York have made undeniable strides in recent years in a
number of areas, perhaps most significantly in the quality of instruction. From
a commitment to data-driven instruction and practical benchmarks like the MAP
interim assessment, to targeted professional development and coaching for
principals and teachers, these results are a credit to every member of our
school communities.
While your school will be
releasing individual student performance reports as they become available, I
hope you will share in our excitement regarding the universal growth achieved
by our students. I continue to feel blessed and grateful for your partnership
in Catholic education and look forward to continuing our legacy of success
together.
Sincerely,
Timothy J.
McNiff, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools Archdiocese of New York
Safe Environment Curriculum
Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s),
The safety and well-being of all our children in our
parish and school communities are our highest priorities. To serve the goal of creating a safe
environment, every year in our schools and religious education programs, the
children receive lessons in personal safety, as required by the Bishops Charter for the Protection of
Children and Young People, which was adopted by the U.S. Bishops in 2002.
This year, our Safe Environment lesson plans have
been fully revised to better address each grade level, with a lesson which is
age-appropriate, user-friendly, and consistent with the moral teachings of the
Catholic Church. These lessons are
designed to promote respect for the dignity of the human person and virtuous
living. Our goal in revising the curriculum was to equip teachers,
parents/guardians, and students with knowledge that can help keep children and
young people safe, while providing this instruction in a way that fosters the formation
of Christian virtues. These revised
lessons were developed by the Safe Environment Office of the Archdiocese, in
consultation with professional educators and child safety experts.
The full lesson plans for each grade level can be
reviewed online at http://www.archny.org/childrens-curriculum/. These lessons will cover such topics as
internet safety, how to develop good boundaries in relationships, how to deal
with uncomfortable or threatening situations, and how to get help from a
trusted adult. Each year, parents/guardians will receive a short overview of
the lesson that your child will receive during their Safe Environment
instruction class period. This will enable you to reinforce the lessons
your children have received, and to assure them of your support in their
safety. Resources will also be available
at the website noted above, to help parents/guardians further educate
themselves and their children in this important area.
If you have any questions about the material
presented in your child's Safe Environment lesson plan, please feel free to
contact your principal or director of religious education.
We thank you for the sacred trust you have given us
in the care and protection of your children. May the collective vigilance
and efforts of the entire Catholic community renew trust and confidence. We
must trust Christ's promise: "for God all things are possible" (Matt.
19:26).
November 6th
Picture money envelopes are due to Mrs. Resto by November 5th
October 31st
Halloween Parade 8:30 AM
PreK and Kindergarten Classes
Parents welcomne to join.
Ms. Garcia will be here to do makeup begininng at 9:00 AM in the science room.
Grades 7 & 8 will host a Halloween Party in the auditorium.
Costume Contest
1:00 PM - Grades PreK and Kindergarten
2:00 PM - Grades 1-8
Monday October 22, 2018
Safe Environment curriculum will begin in all classes today
Tuesday October 23, 2018
Picture money enevelopes are due to Mrs. Resto by November 5th.
Wednesday October 24, 2018
Feast of St. Anthony Claret
PreK For All coach will work with students and teachers today.
Thursday October 25, 2018
Mr. Tweed, Manhattan regional superintendent will visit all classrooms.
Friday October 26, 2018
Picture money enevelopes are due to Mrs. Resto by November 5th.
Sunday October 27, 2018
Living environment class 10:00 AM
Mass for students in sacramental program
1:00 PM
