Welcome to the Lake Shore Central School District web site.
Welcome Back to a new school year and an opportunity to reconnect to your school—community. Over the past two months we have been reflecting, adjusting and setting our direction for the upcoming 2009—2010 school year and beyond.
Please know that our focus will continue to be on the success of our students
and being a school district of excellence.
We will continue to utilize the Comprehensive District Education Plan and the goals set by the Board of Education, in everything that we investigate throughout the year, including the utilization of the District’s Mission Statement:
Lake Shore Central School District prepares all students to become successful life-long learners who contribute to a diverse global society.
The updated Board of Education goals are:
1. By June 30, 2011, 90% of all students will achieve proficiency (level 3 or 4) on the New York State Assessments for grades 3 through 12.
2. By June 30, 2010, the District will continue to maintain an efficient communications process that is organized, consistent, timely, and informative, focusing on students and families.
3. By June 30, 2010, the Board of Education will continue to demonstrate fiscal responsibility by examining current programs, practices and facilities and their use, by completing two (2) formal program evaluations, and will base budget decisions on the results of these evaluations and emerging needs.
4. By June 30, 2010, the graduation rate will be 85% and increase each subsequent year until it reaches 100% in 2017.
There are several important items that need to be addressed in this first issue of the Eagle Express:
· For the 2009 – 2010 school year the following Administrative Structure will be in place:
· The High School Interim Principal will be Mr. Christopher Walsh and a new High School Assistant Principal will be named in mid-September.
· Mrs. Jill Clark will be our Middle School Dean of Students and Literacy Coordinator.
· Finally, please join me in welcoming Mrs. Mary Steenberg as our new Director of Special Education and Programs. Mrs. Steenberg comes back to the Lake Shore School-Community from Erie2 BOCES, as she previously was a social worker assigned to the Family Support Center. It is also important to note that the Special Education Offices have moved from the High School Building to the Annex Building located next to the W.T. Hoag Elementary School.
· As we begin the new school year and will be quickly approaching the flu season, it is important to know and understand the specific regulations and procedures in addressing the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu):
· Pursuant to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and a consensus approach between the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) and school districts in Erie County, the only reason for the District to consider the closing of schools will be for a significant decrease in attendance rates. Schools will not close when and if there are confirmed cases of the H1N1 virus. Rest assured that we will closely monitor the situation and continually consult with the ECDOH.
· In order to maintain a healthy environment in our schools, it is important that parents do not send their children to school if he/she is experiencing any flu-like symptoms (fever of 100.2 degrees or higher and cough, runny nose, nasal congestion or sore throat). Consider contacting your child’s health care provider if the symptoms are of concern or become more than mild. It is important that you notify the school health office should you consult with your child’s physician. Our school nurses are continuing to monitor student health and absenteeism daily, but your sharing of information helps us stay even more informed. Students who are ill should remain home and away from others until they are symptom-free for at least 24 hours.
· Additional symptoms of H1N1 may include a runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea. More information regarding this influenza, including frequently asked questions can be found on the Erie County Department of Health website at www.erie.gov/health/swine_flu.asp and the New York State Department of Health Swine Flu Hot Line at 1-800-808-1987.
· Let me assure you that the health and well being of our students is our first priority. Further, we will take all appropriate measures to safeguard students throughout the District, including the promotion of regular hand washing. Please contact your school office if you have any questions or concerns.
· This is an important reminder that we will begin the school year once again with our GRAD SUCCESS program in place. It will begin with the 15-day identification process where students will be evaluated through Friday, October 2nd on their academic performance, attendance and behavior. If there are concerns with your child during that time period or throughout the remaining school year, they will be referred to the GRAD Success Team for intervention. It is also important to note, if as a parent you feel as if your child is not achieving at an acceptable level, you can discuss your concerns with your child’s teachers, school counselor or principal.
· One of the key goals of the Administrative Team this year is to promote Parent Involvement throughout our School-Community and within each School Building. We encourage each parent to get involved in their child’s education by attending; open house, parent-teacher conferences, concerts, fall festivals, athletic contests, parent lunches, volunteering in your child’s school and most importantly being a member of the Parent-Teacher Group in your child’s school. Whatever level of involvement, which is comfortable for you and your family, it is important that you get involved.
· The District continued its completion of the EXCEL Capital Project throughout the summer and is evidenced with the development of the High School and Middle School Athletic Fields, the replacement of the Middle School roof, the beginning of the replacement of the High School windows and the installation of a new driveway for the High School Student Parking Lot and sidewalk along Beach Road. As the year progresses, changes will be made to the infrastructure of various buildings and exterior work will begin again in the spring.
In cloncusion, I think you would agree that we have had a busy summer as we continue to move forward in providing a world class education for our children. I sincerely look forward to another productive year that allows our children the opportunity to achieve and experience success.
Welcome Back!!!
Jeffrey R. Rabey,
Superintendent of Schools
August 2009
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