Grade 3

• In third grade, students are learning about division during math. They worked on Christmas projects. During Science, they learned about magnets. The students created gingerbread houses.

Grade 4

• In Math, the students are learning about factors and patterns. The students are learning about conjunctions to help their sentences. During Science, the students continue working on circuits. The student are learning about New York State in Social Studies.

Grade 5

• In fifth grade math, the students are working on multiplication using area models, partial products, and standard algorithms. During Social Studies, they are lerning about Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations. The students are writing informational writing pieces. During Science, the students are reviwing states of matter using active dough.

Grade 6

• In Social Studies, the sixth graders are finished learning about Ancient India. During ELA, the students finished learning how to correctly answer two point questions (short responses). During math, the sixth graders took a test. In Science, the students are learning about the phase changes: solida, liquids, and gases. Great job with your dances!

Upcoming Events

• No School December 23 - January 1: Winter Recess

Important Information

• Word of this week: RELATE

After School Activities

• Homework Club: Monday-Thursday

• Art Club: 1/27

• Harvest Club: 1/7

• Student Council: 1/6

• Diversity Club: 1/27

• Spirit Club: 1/13

• Drama Club: every Tuesday

• AV Club: 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month

Students of the month for 5th & 6th Grade: December

• We will reveal the December students on the month in January!

Reminder:

Winter Recess is December 23 through January 1. Classes will resume on January 2.

We wish you all the happiest of holidays, and a warm & safe break!

Please be advised that the January PTO Meeting will be on January 9, 2025.

To stay up to date with PTO news, visit the PTO Calendar here.

Please reach out to taconichillspto@gmail.com with any questions.

Taconic Hills is beginning to review their current ELA program, curriculum and instructional resources for grades K-12.  We are gathering input from our families, students and staff.  Please take a look at the survey and give us your input so we can take it into consideration when reviewing our current practices and evaluating new programs, curriculum and resources.

Please click here to complete the survey

Special Education 101: Training of the Parent Member
January 9, 10AM-12PM via Zoom
Register here
This training package is intended to assist parents, family members, and Educational Organizations (EOs) in understanding special education in education laws and regulations; knowing the roles and responsibilities of the various members of the CPSE and CSE, particularly that of the Parent Member; and learning the techniques and strategies that are necessary for becoming an active participant in CPSE and CSE meetings.

Reserve your copy of the Taconic Hills High School (Grades 9-12) 2025 Yearbook today!

Yearbooks can be purchased either online or in the District Office.

From now through December 31, the cost is $54. Beginning January 1, the cost will increase to $60.

Secure your copy now!

- Purchase the Taconic Hills High School (Grades 9-12) Yearbook online here (this includes personalization options for extra cost):

- To purchase the Taconic Hills High School (Grades 9-12) in person, bring cash or check to Mrs. Olson in the District Office. Checks should be made out to "THCSD HS Yearbook"

The Taconic Hills CSD Food Pantry will be open the following date in Room E102:

• Thursday, January 2 from 4PM-5PM

All are welcome!

Cub Scout Pack 2130 is looking for Boys & Girls in Kindergarten-5th Grade to join!

Cub Scouting is a year round family oriented program designed for boys and girls who are in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Through this parent volunteer run program, we combine fun with education activities and lifelong values. Cub scouting is designed to support and encourage family and community involvement. Kids can join at any level.

Contact us at bsapack2130@gmail.com if your student is interested in joining!

We are seeking the following:
- Substitute Food Service Worker ($16.00/hr)
- Substitute Bus Drivers ($23/hr)
- Substitute Bus Attendants ($16.00/hr)
- Substitute Teachers ($140-$168/day)

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

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

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

Taconic Hills Elementary PTO
The Taconic Hills Elementary PTO has a Facebook page and new website! Please follow these pages 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. Contact us at taconichillspto@gmail.com

SchoolTool App

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

Athletic Calendar

Check out the schedule for upcoming sporting events.