Friday Folder

June 28, 2024

Welcome to the Friday Folder, a weekly feature designed to highlight activities & events in the district.

Titan Strong Certificate Winners

Congratulations to the last Titan Strong Certificate winners of the school year!

The CASEL’S SEL framework was used as the inspiration for the Titan Strong Certificates. The focus is on Self- Awareness, Self- Management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision Making. Students and staff who exhibit behaviors from this framework receive a Titan Strong Certificate.

There are new winners every week!

School's Out! Have a great summer!

The 2023-2024 school year is officially over!

We are so proud of how the students have grown over the past ten months. We wish everyone a safe and fun summer!

We will see you all on September 5th!

Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony

The Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony will be held tonight, June 28 at 6PM in the Performing Arts Center.

The ceremony will be livestreamed on the Taconic Hills YouTube channel here.

Congratulations Class of 2024!

Class of 2024 Graduation Photos

Tonight is graduation!!

Scan the QR code or text "81757GY24" to 90738 to opt in to receive notification when photos by Lifetouch are published!

Laptop Returns

If you missed the time to return your laptop/charger, you should still return it to the High School Office ASAP!

Exceptions are for students in AP classes or the Science Research Course.

Any unreturned devices will receive bills home. Calls have been made home throughout the week for those who have not yet returned their devices.

Youth Soccer Registration Now Open

Registration for the Fall 2024 Taconic Hills Youth Soccer Season is now open!!

Practices will begin the week of September 9th and run until the end of October. All practices are held at the school. Which night your child practices on depends on the coach and his/her own schedule.

All games are on Sundays at the school and begin on September 15th and run until November 3rd.

The cost is $45 per child, and registration closes on August 14.

There are 2 ways in which to register:

A Registration form must be completed for each child.

Please contact taconichillsyouthsoccer@gmail.com with any questions.

Local Food Pantry Information

Summer Enrichment Programs

Summer is officially here!

There are a multitude of summer enrichment programs for your student to participate over July & August before the new school year begins!

Click here to view local summer enrichment opportunities

College in the High School Course Reimbursement

The deadline for AP & 2nd Semester College in the High School courses is Thursday, August 1.

In order to be reimbursed, you must have a minimum 3.0(B) grade in the course or score of 33 or above in the AP exam, AND submit the following with your course reimbursement form:

  • an official college transcript

  • receipt of payment of the course

Click here to complete the course reimbursement form

Please contact Ms. Brady at ebrady@taconichills.k12.ny.us with any questions.

CGCC Summer Sports Camps

Columbia Greene Community College Athletics is hosting half day summer sports camps for Softball, Baseball, and Basketball!

The camps are available for ages 9-16, and the fee is $150 per camp.

Basketball: July 15-19

Softball: July 22-26

Baseball: July 22-26

Click here to register!

2024-2025 District Safety Plan

The 2024-25 District Wide School Safety Plan is available for review and public comment. There is a 30 day public comment period.

Click here to complete the google form with any questions or comments.

Click here to review the safety plan.

Join Cub Scouts!

Come and Join Cub Scout Pack 2130!

Adventure is Calling
- Our 2023-24 plans include camping, hiking, Pinewood Derby, marching in parades, community service, and so much more! These are activities that develop skills and create friendships for a lifetime!

Who Can Join?
- Boys & Girls Grades Kindergarten through 5th

Don't Miss the Fun!
- For more information, please contact bsapack2130@gmail.com

Join Girl Scouts!

Girl Scouts Troop 1038 is looking for 7th-10th Graders to join their troop!

Learn more at girlscoutsneny.org

We are Hiring Substitutes!

We are seeking the following:
- Substitute Food Service Worker ($15.80/hr)
- Substitute Bus Drivers ($22/hr)
- Substitute Bus Attendants ($15.80/hr)
- Substitute Teachers ($135-$145/day)

Click here to complete the application, and send to Eileen Olson at eolson@taconichills.k12.ny.us

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More Information

Community & Parent Resources

Visit our Community & Parent Resources page for information regarding mental health, local food pantries, Columbia Opportunities' Headstart Program, and more.

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Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT)

Emergency Mental Health Service
8 a.m. - 10 p.m. 7 days a week
518-943-5555
- On-site face-to face mental health assessments
- Referrals to available services
- Follow-up from psychiatric hospitalizations
- Wellness calls when someone is concerned
- Phone assessments
- Consultations

https://www.mhacg.org/mcat-team

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Taconic Hills Elementary PTO
The Taconic Hills Elementary PTO is back up and running, plus we have a new Facebook page. Please follow this new page to see all of the ideas and fun activities we have planned for your children. We would also love for you to join us. We meet the 1st Thursday of every month at 2:50pm in E146, and would love to see you there and hear any ideas that you might have. Zoom links will be posted closer to meeting times. Contact us at taconichillspto@gmail.com

SchoolTool App

Download and set up the SchoolTool App on your phone or tablet

SchoolTool App

Athletic Calendar

Check out the schedule for upcoming sporting events.

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If you have something you would like to add, send an email to webmaster@taconichills.k12.ny.us and we will share it with the school community. You can also send comments/feedback by email.
Make sure you check the District Calendar for up to date events coming to school. 

Download the Website APP
With the new app, you can access school information, cafeteria menus, news updates, and emergency notifications. 
Download the app on Android: Google Play App or App Store