http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us Copyright 2012 Syntax Communications The Rye Neck Booster Club Proudly Hosts 2011-2012 RYE NECK HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY SPORTS AWARDS CEREMONY Tuesday, June 5, 2012 All Rye Neck athletes, families, and guests are invited to recognize and celebrate our Varsity athletic accomplishments in 2011-12. The evening’s honorees include: Senior Athletes 3 Sport Varsity Athletes League, Section or State Championship Teams All-Section & All-State Selections Scholar-Athlete Teams Booster Club Scholarship Recipients Awards Ceremony - 6:30pm RNHS Performing Arts Center Followed by Refreshments, Coffee, and Desserts Athletes, please note: Proper attire is required http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5715 Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT We are grateful that Rye Neck residents have continued a tradition of supporting their local public schools. The results are an affirmation of careful budget planning, community involvement, and satisfaction with the academic success of our students. The results are: YES 703 votes NO 207 votes We have a 77% pass rate, one of the greatest in our history. Congratulations to Al Hodys on his re election and Bill Shaner on his election to the school board. Thank you for your support. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5735 Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The NYS Annual School Budget Vote and School Board Election is on Tuesday, May 15th from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm in the MS/HS Library Community Room. Please plan to exercise your right to vote. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5464 Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Please remember that Wednesday, May 16th is a regular school day for all students. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5628 Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT “MEET THE FALL COACHES NIGHT” DATE CHANGE - Please note the date for “Meet the Fall Coaches Night” for parents and athletes date has changed. The new date is MONDAY, June 18th at 7pm in the HS/MS Dining Hall. Parents and athletes will have the opportunity to meet the fall athletic coaching staff for their respective sport and learn about the program’s expectations and requirements for the upcoming season. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5645 Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT On Monday, May 7th, there is no school for students in grades 2-8 for State Math Test scoring. School is open for Kindergarten, 1st grade and the High School. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5563 Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The High School Theater Arts Performance is on Friday, May 4th at 7:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5501 Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT High School Spring Concert Rye Neck High School Music Department presents its spring concert MUSIC OF THE NIGHT Tuesday, April 24 at 7PM Admission is Free http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5356 Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Rye, Rye Brook, & Port Chester League of Women Voters Issue Forum: Unfunded State Mandates and Mandate Relief What are the impacts of unfunded mandates and what, if anything should or can be done? Thursday, April 26, 7:30 PM RMS Multi-Purpose Room The Rye, Rye Brook, & Port Chester League of Women Voters is sponsoring an Issue Forum regarding the topic of unfunded state mandates and mandate relief. The forum will address such questions as what is a mandate? What does "unfunded" actually mean? What are the impacts on county and local communities, education and taxpayers? What is Albany doing about unfunded mandates and is there any relief in sight? The forum will be held on Thursday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rye Middle School Multi-Purpose Room located at 3 Parsons Street in Rye. The event will feature a panel of experts who will present a broad range of perspectives on Albany's unfunded mandates including their ramifications on county, municipal and school district budgets. This event is designed to impart a better understanding of the issue and to facilitate an exchange of ideas for potential legislative relief and regulatory reform. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5222 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Athletic Department is proud to announce the creation of the Rye Neck Athletic Hall of Fame. The development of the Hall of Fame by the Athletic Director’s Advisory Council standardizes the process of honoring past and future student-athletes, coaches and teams who have achieved outstanding and extraordinary athletic success. Nominations are now being accepted for the Hall of Fame Class of 2012-13. The mandatory criteria and information required for consideration is outlined on the nomination form which can be downloaded from the Athletic Department website. All nominations for the Class of 2012-13 must be submitted to the Athletic Director’s office by May 23rd. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5201 Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 2012-2013 School Calendar http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5099 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Please note that as stated in the district calendar, as a result of not using our allotted snow days, school will be closed on April 5th. Unless there is an unforeseen emergency closing, school will also be closed on May 25th. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5100 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT 2012-2013 Draft School Budget The Board of Education will be holding several Budget Hearings on the 2012-2013 School Budget. Wednesday, April 18th at 7:30 p.m. All meetings will be held in the MS/HS Library Community Room. We hope that you will attend one of the Budget presentations. Please remember to vote. The Budget Vote is Tuesday, May 15th. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. MS/HS Library Community Room http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5086 Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT The 10th annual Rye Neck Black Hat football camp will take place on June 1-4, 5:30-7:00pm, for boys in grades K-9. Please click HERE for all of the information and the permission slip. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5008 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Wednesday evening Beauty & the Beast Dress Rehearsal IS NOT open to the public. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4904 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Rye Neck HS production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast will be performed on March 15, 16 and 17 at 7:00pm and at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 17th. Ticket Update: All performances are sold out. If you bought tickets that you no longer need, please email Joyce Pezzola at jpezzola@ryeneck.k12.ny.us. We often get some return tickets the night of each performance. If you wish to obtain tickets, come to the box office (the lobby outside the HS Performing Arts Center) at 6:15 and you will be put on a waiting list. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4764 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Click here to View the Value Ed Newsletter http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4647 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Rye Neck HS production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast will be performed on March 15, 16 and 17 at 7:00pm and at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 17th. At this time all performances are sold out. If you have purchased tickets and will not be able to use them, please email Joyce Pezzola (jpezzola@ryeneck.k12.ny.us) as there is a wait list and she will be able to help you exchange those tickets. Check this website the week of March 5th for details on how to be wait-listed for performances. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4486 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT College Athletics Recruiting Information http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4487 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Today we posted a Mandate Relief Advocacy link on our website home page under the Quick Links on the left, and I’m writing to encourage you to visit the page and to consider participating in this advocacy process by lending your name to the letters that will be sent to state officials. Unfunded mandates are putting extreme pressure on school districts, and will soon jeopardize important programs and services that students and families depend upon. Our elected officials must hear our voices. Mandate reform is critical to the continued excellence of Rye Neck Schools. Thanks for your continued support. To learn more, please click HERE to be directed to the Advocate for Mandate Relief page. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4341 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Rye Neck HS production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast will be performed on March 15, 16 and 17 at 7:00pm and at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 17th. Ticket Update: At this time all performances are sold out. Check this website the week of March 5th for details on how to be wait-listed for performances. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4216 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT ATTENTION: JUNIORS & PARENTS Due to mid-year exam scheduling conflicts next week's Mandatory Junior Meeting is rescheduled for Thursday, February 2nd at 7:00pm in the Performing Arts Center. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4255 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Fall 2012 August 17th – Football August 20 – All other Varsity and JV Sports Begin Athletes intending on trying out for a fall Varsity or JV team are expected back for the first day Winter 2012 November 12th – Varsity and JV Sports Begin Spring 2013 March 11th – Varsity and JV Sports Begin http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4245 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Rye Neck Booster Club is hosting a Casino Night on Saturday, January 21st at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Church in Mamaroneck. Please click HERE for details and the reservation form. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4156 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Sound Shore Consortium is hosting a presentation on College and Athletics for student-athletes and parents. It is for Parents, Athletes and Coaches of HS students. The seminar is on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 7:00p.m. in the Dining Hall. The event is free and the snow date is on February 8th. Join us, as Coach Wayne Mazzoni, author of Get Recruited presents a seminar explaining everything student-athletes and parents should know about the college athletic recruiting process. For more information, please click HERE. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4085 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The end of the calendar year is always busy with holiday events in our schools, but this time of year is also notable for a different kind of holiday celebration that happens for some of our students. Rye Neck’s seniors are now beginning to hear back from their early admission college applications, and I am pleased to report that the acceptances have been overwhelming. A combination of a rigorous academic preparation, hard work on the part of students and staff, and continued support from parents has enabled our seniors to achieve many of their goals. Congratulations to the many who have been accepted to the college or university of their choice! The conventional sounds of the holidays have been heard in our schools as our students perform throughout the season. In addition, our students and staff continue to help those less fortunate by generously donating time and resources. The new district website has become the new community bulletin board, with constant updates and timely information. More and more of our parents have signed on each month as they realize the value of this new resource, and regular visitors to the site will notice consistent school updates, along with the occasional emergency notices. These changes have enabled us to more readily connect with our students, parents and community. I’m also pleased to note that parents and students are using our online portals in greater numbers, enabling them to become active participants in the learning process. As we all become more familiar and comfortable with the technology and increase our usage, we are decreasing our paper, copying and mailing costs. Together we are meeting our goal of becoming a more environmentally friendly district, modeling what we expect from our students. As a school district we are in the business of education. While this may sound silly to state, but with school conversations dominated by finances, I fear that this core idea seems to get lost. Ensuring that we stay focused on this ‘business’ is critically important goal of our Board of Education, staff, and students. To that end, the Board of Education will host four curriculum presentations this year: State Education Department Update, Libraries, Enrichment and LOTE (Languages Other Than English). Each of these presentations provides vital information about the important work we are doing, and keeps us focused on the essential mission. I have made mention in the past about the new regulations regarding staff evaluations under the acronym known as APPR (Annual Professional Performance Review). Rye Neck as had an extensive and useful staff evaluation system in place for years – one that continues to enable us to evaluate and consistently improve the professional contributions of our staff. We have submitted our district plan to comply with the latest state mandate under APPR. A copy is posted on our website. Financing our programs continues to be a grave concern in the era of the tax cap, one that the Board of Education and I take very seriously. Rye Neck has for the last 20 years been fiscally conservative, limiting our annual expenditures and long term indebtedness, while improving our programs and facilities. Our philosophy continues to be to take care of needs as they arise and not to borrow against our future. As a result, our district is in excellent financial shape and I am confident that we can weather this latest challenge from Albany. The newly imposed tax cap legislation imposes a new set of regulations on municipalities and schools and limits local community control. This legislation is confusing, and does require some careful explanation and review, which we will be doing over the next few months in anticipation of the May school budget vote. Thanks as always for your continued support, and happy holidays! http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3943 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Please click HERE for the New Holiday School Spirit Clothing Flyer. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3653 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The November Value Ed has been posted to the website. Please click here to read it. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3669 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Please join the HS SADD and Key Clubs in raising money for the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation and the Great American Smokeout. The Breathe Easy Walk is open to the entire community and has been postponed until Monday, November 21st. The walk will start at the rock on the MS/HS campus. Pledge sheets are available in the HS guidance office and all school offices. Please email Susan Hannon, Advisor, at shannon@ryeneck.k12.ny.us with questions. Please click HERE for more information. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3612 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Remember: School is closed on Friday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3511 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Good luck today to our Field Hockey team as they host the sectional semi finals today (Friday, 11/4) at 3pm at Rye Neck! Good luck to our Cross Country runners as they compete in their sectional championships today, (Friday, 11/4) at Bowdoin State Park this afternoon! Congratulations to the Volleyball team for their victory yesterday and advancing to the Sectional Championship tomorrow, (Saturday, 11/5) at 2:30pm at Hendrick Hudson High School. It was great seeing all the support yesterday at Volleyball by students and faculty. Let’s keep rolling with it today at Field Hockey and into the weekend. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3497 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Field Hockey Sectional Playoff game is postponed until 3:00pm at Rye Neck tomorrow, November 1st. The Volleyball Sectional Playoff game is postponed until 4:30pm at Rye Neck tomorrow, November 1st. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3437 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Varsity Girls Tennis match is cancelled today http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3263 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT NOTICE OF MEETING The Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the HS/MS Library Community Room. Agenda items: A review of District Finances presented by the district’s external auditor followed by a presentation outlining the district’s plans for the 734 property. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3241 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT This year's High School musical will be Disney's Beauty & the Beast. Performances will be on March 15th, 16th & 17th, in the Performing Arts Center. Ticket order forms will be available on the website in mid-January. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3166 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT We are pleased to announce that the eSchoolData Parent Portal, and the new eSchoolData Student Portal is available for your use. Some of the features in the Portals are the ability to print Progress Reports, Report Cards and unofficial Transcripts, as well as the ability to view Student Schedules and attendance. The new Student Portal can be accessed here, through the District website. If you prefer to access it directly through your web browser, please use the following URLs: https://esdstudentportal.lhric.org/ryeneckufsd https://esdparentportal.lhric.org http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2901 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Rye Neck PTSA proudly presents:Open-Air Movie Night Sunday, September 18 Movie: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG-13) 6:30-9:30 PM @Rye Neck Middle/High School Athletic Fields Bring: Snacks, Picnic Blanket, Non-alcoholic Drinks, and a smile! DW and FEB students must be accompanied by an adult Free Admission http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3038 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT K-2nd Grade--A.M. Orientation (times will be mailed) 3rd-5th Grade -- 8:40-11:45a.m. 6th & 7th Grade -- 8:30 -1100a.m. 8th Grade -- 9:15 - 11:00a.m. 9th-12th Grade-- times will be mailed home http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2890 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The most current athletics contest information can be found by clicking the Section 1 Athletics- Team Schedules link on the Athletics webpage. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2892 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT • Varsity Football – 7:00am, Friday August 19th at the High School • Varsity/JV Girls Soccer – 8:00am Monday, August 22nd at the High School • Varsity/JV Boys Soccer – 8:00am Monday, August 22nd at the High School • Varsity/JV Volleyball – 9:00am Monday, August 22nd at the High School • Varsity Cross Country – 9:00am Monday August 22nd at the High School • Varsity Cheerleading – 9:00am Monday, August 22nd in the P.A.C. • Varsity/JV Field Hockey – 3:00pm Monday, August 22nd at the High School • Varsity/JV Girls Tennis – 1:30pm – 3:30pm, Wednesday August 24th AT Harrison High School http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2882 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Click here to find the letter and application http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2857 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Summer Fitness Center Hours for Rye Neck Students: June 27th - June 29th: 2:00pm - 4:00pm June 30th - August 19th: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Mondays-Fridays http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2851 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Registration Office will be open through July 15th.The office will also be open on July 26, August 2, 9, 10, and 16.The office will re-open on August 18th. The hours are: 8:30 – 12:00 and 1:00- 3:30. It is strongly advised that you downloadand bring your completed registration packet with you to the office. Please click HERE for the Registration Packet. Please click HERE for the landlord affidavit. Please email Dolores Ayaso in the Rye Neck School Attendance Office at dayaso@ryeneck.k12.ny.us, if you have any questions. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2852 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Please click HERE and enjoy this special Graduation issue of Value Education, as it highlights some of the members of the Class of 2011. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2850 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Please note that Rye Neck will NOT be offering any Regents Review classes this summer. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2712 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Parent Portal provides parents with online 24/7 access to their HS & MS student’s data, such as schedules, progress reports, report cards, transcripts & attendance records. It also allows the school to ditribute messages to parents and gives parents another reason to visit the school web site and stay informed. To access your Parent Portal account, click on the Parent Portal link on the left hand side of the Rye Neck website homepage. First time users will have to set up an account. You may have to disable your pop-upblocker to access the sign up page. Click HERE for more information about the Parent Portal and sign up instructions. http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2709 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT This year we will continue to use our District Notification system for emergency situations and attendance. All contact phone numbers are taken from the information you have provided to the district through your emergency contact form. Please be sure that all the numbers you have provided are correct and up to date. To update your information, please contact: Middle School and High School - Delores Ayaso at dayaso@ryeneck.k12.ny.us or 777-4882 Bellows - Maura Weissleder at mweissleder@ryeneck.k12.ny.us or 777-4602 Daniel Warren - Laurie DiFalco at ldifalco@ryeneck.k12.ny.us or 777-4202 http://www.ryeneck.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2713 Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT