Lodi Whittier Library is inviting you to a webinar on Thursday, October 27th from 10-11:30 although the actual presentation will be 10-11 with time for Q&A. Registrants will receive a video of the presentation in case they can’t attend “live” and a digital toolkit of handouts.
Here's the description of the program:
Libraries are for everyone, including readers who struggle with dyslexia or other learning differences. During Dyslexia Awareness Month, join Lodi Whittier Library Director Beth Bevars, Marion Waldman and Tracy Young from Teach My Kid to Read, and Human Rights Attorney Laurie Puhn Feinstein for an informative and inspirational look at how libraries can serve all readers. Beth will share the story behind Lodi’s Literacy Hub, a program created to provide struggling readers and their families with evidence-based phonics literacy materials. Seeded with money from an Outreach Mini Grant in 2019, the Hub has grown to offer support and guidance to families and schools within her community. Teaming up with Teach My Kid to Read, an organization dedicated to working with libraries to create community literacy solutions, has magnified the message across NYS and the country. Learn how your library can be part of this movement.
Registration is available at:
https://flls.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeCspzojGN3vcNdV1kvhxPzr1XXQ8YAx
If offered drugs or alcohol, change the subject. Offer an alternative that you could do instead. If you’re with your friends, suggest doing an activity or grabbing a bite to eat. It might just be the push they need to put down the drugs or alcohol and do something a little safer. For example, say: "I’m good. Wanna go play basketball?" or "No thanks. Let’s go grab a snack." Never take a pill that didn’t come from your doctor or pharmacy/store. Drug traffickers are using fentanyl in their pills and marijuana/cannabis to get people addicted and come buy more. Fentanyl in the smallest doses can be fatal. If you need medication to help you feel better, talk with your parents or caregiver – never buy anything online or arrange for a sale through social media. If someone offers you something to swallow, you could say, "No thanks. I don’t know what’s in that,” or "My parents would kill me if they found out,” or "I could get kicked off the team for doing that.”
It is Red Ribbon Week 2022 and the theme is “End The Trend” to encourage students to stop the use of substances! The South Seneca School District is excited to partner with the Seneca County Substance Abuse Coalition. Keep the discussion going at home, at the dinner table, at family outings, and with friends and extended family. Thank you.
We have officially finished the first five weeks. I have linked the latest Bi-Weekly Note. As always, feel free to reach out with any questions.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MiREbPh9lsl0KJGPeTrNsEdgcTtrjggASeT0Zsmkkm8/edit?usp=sharing
Don't forget Picture Day for 6-12 on Friday!
Thanks to everyone in the community who came out for Falcon Festival Open House last night. Our high schoolers and middle schoolers and staff truly appreciate it! #foreverfalcons
Please enjoy this edition of the Bi-Weekly Note. It's full of information and links for this week's homecoming events including our Falcon Festival (Open House).
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14UYEdkPGWe5kSL02hIo3AB789e2JEL2UG2emMXxRUPg/edit?usp=sharing
You’re Invited! Please join us for our Falcon Festival (Open House) on October 3rd from 6-8. Come and enjoy the opportunity to talk with staff, learn about our programs and our community resources. We have a free community dinner while you’re here. We hope to see you and your family.
Extended Day Programs are beginning soon. We have several great opportunities for our Middle and High School students. Programs begin 10/3. Please complete the form linked below if your child would like to participate in any of these programs. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at mbutler@southseneca.org.
https://forms.gle/eTMUXEJ7e9wx4BY48
I hope you enjoy the latest edition of the Bi-Weekly Note. This edition includes links to public forum slides and an additional section of highlights. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-nGGFDdkAqy2W2Y5Cg--8fwE2MWLLVBz9LWme1DEch4/edit?usp=sharing
Good evening. Today was a good first day back with the kids. I hope they enjoyed their day with us and are excited about the school year. Additionally, we received notice today that we will have free breakfast and lunch. There are a few reminders about tomorrow below.
Tomorrow 6th grade will be having day two (on campus) and wrapping up their Falcon Camp.
The 7th and 8th graders have planned a field trip to Taughannock. Groups will take a boat trip to experience the floating classroom, and take part in other outdoor activities.That trip is still planned and will be happening tomorrow. Please be sure your child dresses appropriately for the weather. They will need rain gear and good footwear for wet weather. Students completed lunch request forms today so a bag lunch will be provided. Earlier in the summer, you should have received a packet of forms to return, one was the permission slip. If you have not turned this form in, please send it in with your child tomorrow. If for some reason, the form has been misplaced, you can simply write a note giving your 7th or 8th grader permission for this opportunity. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at mbutler@southseneca.org.
Welcome Back! We are ready to see those smiling faces and enjoy the excitement of our first day. We hope students are too. I have included a link to our Bi-Weekly Note. It is full of details about the first few days. I waited to be able to answer all the questions I have received. I want you to know that we have several new procedures that are outlined in the Bi-Weekly Note or in the links at the bottom of that document.
Our staff has worked hard to be ready and has planned an incredible first few days. Please review the document and reach out to me with any questions.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l1q5H4xeDApI8x9acRP2BMA_ykg2ZM0pwoQ44YV-qgo/edit?usp=sharing
Good Evening. I am excited to begin my new role as the Middle School Principal this fall. Throughout the year, I look forward to partnering with families and communicating so you have the necessary information to help us support your child. Please review the MS Bi-Weekly Note and reach out to me with any questions or concerns. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hBIOwgpN0RrRgm9_q_uP58KyZUNBVe4IM2q04YVNd9s/edit?usp=sharing
Come get involved!
Before everyone kicks off their holiday weekend, we here at South Seneca Central School District just wanted to wish everyone a fun and safe summer! #foreverfalcons
Join us next week — there are two different opportunities to discuss school safety at South Seneca:
Take two minutes out of your day and fill out this survey for Ford Memorial Library:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMfl7o8H4V74DOL8s30hQ2CjB7lxX1lENzxZYa3jFhKf-iiA/viewform
Who doesn't need a good car wash after pollen season?
We value your feedback! Please join us on May 18 at 7PM to participate in the board's discussion about the building of a new transportation facility at the BOE meeting. We will hold the meeting in the MSHS auditorium on Wednesday, and anyone who is interested in the project is invited to attend.
More information about this project can be found at: https://southsenecany.sites.thrillshare.com/page/ovid-bus-garage
This is an opportunity for the community to meet the two board candidates and see an overview of the proposed budget that will go to voters on May 17th. The setting allows for those in attendance to ask questions and discuss the proposal. Join us!
