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Success For Every Student
2014-2015 District Calendar
Elementary Schools, Grades K-5
Phone Directory
Adult Education & Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7275
Assistant Superintendent for Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7030
Assistant Superintendent for Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7007
Assistant Superintendent of Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7025
Committee on Preschool Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7050
ABBEY LANE SCHOOL
239 Gardiners Avenue, Levittown
Dr. George Maurer, Principal
516-434-7400
EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL
751 Seaman Neck Road, Seaford
Jeanmarie Wink, Principal
516-434-7425
GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL
610 Gardiners Avenue, Levittown
Susan Hendler, Principal
516-434-7450
LEE ROAD SCHOOL
901 Lee Road, Wantagh
Anthony Goss, Principal
516-434-7475
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL
35 Pelican Road, Levittown
Frank Mortillaro, Principal
516-434-7500
SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL
4 Summit Lane, Levittown
Keith Squillacioti, Principal
516-434-7525
District Clerk (Voter Registration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7002
Maintenance & Grounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7550
Personnel Department (Employment Services) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7030
Physical Education, Health and Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7265
Middle Schools, Grades 6-8
JONAS SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL
3359 Old Jerusalem Road, Levittown
John Zampaglione, Principal
516-434-7350
WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL
120 Center Lane, Levittown
John Avena, Principal
516-434-7300
Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dial Directly
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7560
Committee on Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7040
Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7020
High Schools, Grades 9-12
DIVISION AVENUE HIGH SCHOOL
120 Division Avenue, Levittown
Joan Lorelli, Principal
516-434-7150
Testing Information (Student). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7055
Textbook Depository . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7136
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516-434-7585
The district is in the process of updating our phone system at the time this calendar
is being printed. The phone numbers included in this calendar will be effective
beginning in September. Prior to that, if you need to call the district, please refer
to last year’s calendar or the district website.
GENERAL DOUGLAS MACARTHUR
HIGH SCHOOL
3369 Old Jerusalem Road, Levittown
Kathleen Valentino, Principal
516-434-7225
GERALD R. CLAPS
CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER
Levittown Memorial Education Center
150 Abbey Lane, Levittown
Joan Lorelli, Principal
516-434-7110
School Hours
Elementary Schools
Middle Schools
High Schools
9:10 a.m.-3:28 p.m.
7:57 a.m.-2:55 p.m.
7:27 a.m.-2:25 p.m.
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PTA/PTSA Presidents/Co-Presidents
PTA Council
Levittown Council of PTA is a group of 10 PTA units within our school
district that is organized under the authority of the New York State PTA and
National PTA. Each member unit is represented in our Council by delegates
who participate in council business as representatives of their units.
We commit ourselves to the objectives of PTA as we pledge our allegiance to
this Council to be united, strong and accountable while holding children first
and foremost in our hearts and lives.
PTA Council’s role is to inform, instruct and inspire the leaders of the units
and to be responsive to their needs. We serve as a channel of communication
between school administrators, the school board and the general public.
Levittown PTA Council
Executive Committee 2014-2015
President
Angela List
347-236-1026
2nd Vice President
Robin Cammarata
516-796-3209
Corresponding Secretary
Donna Waitkus
516-579-0770
1st Vice President
Eileen Petrullo
516-221-8757
Recording Secretary
Tina Bodkin
516-470-1635
Treasurer
Mary Rickard
516-796-3119
Past President
Patricia Genco
516-735-0136
ABBEY LANE
Gaby Herbert
516-465-3545
DIVISION AVENUE HIGH SCHOOL
Laura Brown
516-735-3578
Lisa Muro
516-672-4228
Carmela Logozzo
516-644-2747
Marguerite Lieb
516-804-2727
Kristine Ekberg
516-520-2077
Cathy Politi
516-579-8769
EAST BROADWAY
Michelle Catura
516-731-2644
GARDINERS AVENUE
Julie Casey
516-520-1617
LEE ROAD
NORTHSIDE
SALK/MACARTHUR
Robin Cammarata
516-796-3209
SEPTA
Tara Carr
516-826-1009
Krista Hill
516-735-8602
Dawn Santorufo
516-520-0709
SUMMIT LANE
Dawn Tiemer
516-972-9672
WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Linda Pereira
516-984-4024
Equal Opportunity Policy
No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against any educational program,
activity, service or employment opportunity in this district on the basis of race, color, weight, ethnic group, national origin, religion,
age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability. Any inquiries should be directed to the Civil Rights Compliance Officer,
Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for Administration/Personnel 516-434-7030.
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Levittown After-School Program (LAP)
James Centonze, Program Coordinator 516-520-8491
The Levittown After-School Program (LAP) is designed to offer working parents an after-school childcare facility on days school is in session. The program serves children
currently enrolled in grades K-6 who reside in the Levittown School District. The program is located at the Abbey Lane, Gardiners Avenue, East Broadway, Lee Road, Northside
and Summit Lane elementary schools. The program operates from 3:30 to 6 p.m. beginning Friday, September 5, 2014 through Wednesday, June 24, 2015.
Levittown A.M. Program (LAMP)
Mike Gattus, Program Coordinator 516-434-7400
The Levittown A.M. Program (LAMP) is designed to offer working parents a before-school childcare facility on days school is in session. The program serves children
currently enrolled in grades K-5 who reside in the Levittown School District. It is located at all six elementary schools. The program operates from 7:10 to 9 a.m., beginning
Friday, September 5, 2014 through Wednesday, June 24, 2015.
Adult Education
Ken Walden, Program Supervisor 516-434-7275
The Levittown Adult Continuing Education Program is dedicated to serving Levittown and neighboring communities. Courses cover all interests and hobbies. Check your
mailbox in early September, February and June for your course catalogue, or call 516-434-7275.
Visit us on the web at www.levittownadulted.com
District News & Information
To receive the latest district messages, newsletters and urgent information via email, please sign up for our listserve on our website at:
www.levittownschools.com and click on the ListServ icon.
SEX OFFENDER NOTIFICATIONS
In order to provide parents/guardians and residents with information concerning convicted sex offenders who are living or working in this district, our school district is
benefiting from a no-cost offender alert notification program. Parents for Megan’s Law (PFML) will email district residents who have registered, informing them of any new
sex offender’s presence and directing them to its website, where they can access a full copy of the notification. If you have not already registered to receive current or future sex
offender notifications, please contact the Parents for Megan’s Law Helpline at 631-689-2672 or go to their website at www.parentsformeganslaw.com and click on the “Email
Alert Programs” link.
Fundraising & Gifts to Schools
Other than student organizations and official parent organizations, no organization or group will be allowed to use any school facilities, personnel or students for any fundraising
activities.
All gifts to the school must first be recommended by the superintendent of schools and accepted or rejected by the Board of Education. Gifts should be presented for Board
approval with the following information: donor, initial cost, suitability and implied cost to district. All gifts, when accepted, become the exclusive property of the school district.
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Code of Conduct
The Levittown Public School District’s Code of Conduct applies to all students, school personnel, parents and other visitors when on school property or attending a school function. This code is to
be abided by all students, school personnel, parents and other visitors when on school property. Students are given a School Code of Conduct at the beginning of the school year; this code will refer
to the District Code and is to be abided by. A complete version of the District Code is posted on the district website and is available in the main office of all district school buildings and in the Central
Office for perusal and referral.
Illegal Acts
The Levittown Public School District has a zero tolerance policy for any and all illegal acts. Violations of law will always be prosecuted. It is a Class E felony for anyone to issue a false bomb
threat directed toward a school in New York state. This law also includes the crime of falsely reporting an incident of an explosion, fire or the release of a hazardous substance. Individuals convicted
of issuing a bomb threat face felony criminal prosecution, as well as a one-year suspension of their driver’s license. In addition to prosecuting to the full extent of the law, the Levittown Public Schools
will punish students for any illegal acts consistent with the Levittown School District Code of Conduct.
Student Dress Code
The responsibility for student dress and general appearance shall rest with individual students and parents. However, the Board of Education requires students to attend school in appropriate
dress that meets health and safety standards and does not interfere with the learning process. The Board also requires students to wear appropriate protective gear in certain classes. In addition, the
Board prohibits attire bearing an expression or insignia which is obscene or libelous, or which advocates prejudice.
The superintendent of schools and other designated administrative personnel shall have the authority to require a student to change his/her attire, should it be deemed inappropriate, according to
the above guidelines.
Emergency Drills
Once a year, all students are released earlier than their regularly scheduled dismissal time in order to test the response of the district’s Emergency Response Plan. The mandatory safety drills are held
in compliance with NYS Education Commissioner’s Regulations and S.A.V.E. Act Regulation and the “School District Comprehensive Emergency Plan.” These drills will include the participation
of the fire department, police department and other emergency response personnel. The district conducts additional safety drills throughout the year. A description of these drills is available on the
district website under “Parent Resources.”
Annual Asbestos Notification
In accordance with 40 CFR §763.84.c, regard this statement as the district’s annual notification to all workers, students and/or their legal guardians that the district continues to maintain its Asbestos
Management Plan (AMP) which documents all performed or planned asbestos-related inspections, response actions and post-response action activities, including periodic reinspection and surveillance
activities within the school district. A copy of this AMP is available for your review and inspection at the district’s facilities department.
Pesticide Notification
The Levittown School District practices integrated pest management, which uses measures to suppress pests with minimal impact on human health, the environment and non-target organisms.
Pesticides will only be used as a last resort and if needed, the least toxic pest specific alternative will be selected. Anyone wishing 48-hour notification of pesticide application should request with the
district’s facilities office at (516) 434-7550.
Smoke Free Policy
Students, parents, residents and visitors should be aware that no smoking is allowed in any school or other building or on the grounds of the school district. Visitors and spectators of Levittown
Public Schools functions are subject to the same no smoking policy. Any violation of said policy shall result in the immediate removal of the violator.
Equal Opportunity Policy
No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against any educational program, activity, service or employment
opportunity in this district on the basis of race, color, weight, ethnic group, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability. Any
inquiries should be directed to the Civil Rights Compliance Officer, Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for Administration/Personnel 516-434-7030.
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Student Attendance
District Wellness Policy
The New York State Educational Law states that all students must attend school
regularly when they are physically and mentally able to do so. The law allows absences
for the following reasons to be considered legal:
1.
Personal illness
2.
Death in family
3.
Religious observances
4.
Required court attendance
5.
Official quarantine
6.
School approved and supervised trips
Attendance will be taken each day at the elementary schools and during each class at
the middle schools and high schools. Parents of elementary students are required to call
the school nurse, and parents of secondary students are required to call the attendance
office at their school to report the absence. Refer to page 3 for a listing of all school
numbers. Upon returning to school, each student must present a written excuse, signed
by a parent or guardian, stating the date, length of time and reason for the absence.
Failure to provide such notes in a timely fashion will render the absence illegal.
Secondary students with greater than 20 absences for a full-year course or 10
absences for a half-year course will not receive credit for that course. An appeal process
for legal absences exists.
The Levittown School District is committed to providing a school environment
that promotes and protects children’s health, well-being and the ability to learn
by supporting healthy eating and physical activity. Pursuant to Section 204 of the
Child Nutrition and Women, Infants and Children Reauthorization Authorization
Act of 2005, the district established a Wellness Policy to enhance the learning and
development of lifelong wellness practices. The policy includes the following:
Nutrition Education Goals designed to facilitate the voluntary adoption of healthy
eating and other related behaviors conducive to health and well-being.
Physical Activity Goals to provide opportunities for every student to develop the
knowledge and skills for specific physical activities, maintain physical fitness,
regularly participate in physical activity and understand the short- and long-term
benefits of a physically active and healthy lifestyle.
Other School-Based Activity Goals to create a school environment that provides
consistent wellness messages and that is conducive to healthy eating and being
physically active.
Establishing Nutrition Standards to address all foods and beverages sold or served
to our students in the effort to decrease fat and added sugars, moderate portion sizes
and offer healthy options from which to choose.
Emergency Planning & Preparedness
Levittown Public School District has developed comprehensive emergency plans
to cover all major emergencies, both natural and human made. We have made a
commitment to monitor all potential medical problems that could affect all of us.
The district emphasizes basic hygiene procedures including the covering of
sneezes and coughs, proper disposal of tissues and preventive hand cleansing. Taking
these simple measures can be very helpful in preventing the spread of contagious
diseases. While this is a basic approach, it is extremely important and its efficacy will
be measured by our success in keeping students healthy. We ask that you reinforce
these same practices at home with both young and older children alike. We want to
emphasize that these are precautionary measures based on sound hygiene principles
and on the advice of national and international health professionals. Be assured that
our primary concern will continue to focus on the health and safety of our students
and employees and the continued education of your children.
This policy will be evaluated and monitored on a quarterly basis to ensure that
the district meets the goals of this policy.
Emergency School Closing Information
In the event of inclement weather, the district may resort to a two-hour delayed
opening. Please follow the district’s inclement weather schedule below if this should
occur:
Inclement Weather Delayed Opening Schedule:
All high schools (grades 9-12) start at 9:27 a.m.
All middle schools (grades 6-8) start at 9:57 a.m.
All elementary schools (grades K-5) start at 11:10 a.m.
GC Tech (11-12) All AM classes are canceled.
All PM classes remain the same.
For up-to-date information, check the district website (www.levittownschools.com),
You may want to reference the following resources for further information:
TV Channel 12 or Verizon FiOS 1.
www.health.state.ny.us
www.pandemicflu.gov
A Connect Ed message will be sent for school closings or delayed openings.
www.cdc.gov/flu/avian
To receive the latest district messages and urgent information via e-mail, please sign up for our ListServe on our website at: www.levittownschools.com.
Click on the ListServ icon.
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Chain of Communication
WHO DO I CALL WITH A QUESTION
OR SUGGESTION?
The Levittown School District’s communication
protocol helps to promote direct, open and respectful
interactions so that problems and concerns can be
worked out quickly and efficiently. The communication
protocol starts with the staff member closest to the
situation, as that person will usually have the most
information. At times, additional personnel are
required to resolve specific situations. Appropriate
communication channels for a variety of topics are listed
below. The district encourages any and all questions from
parents and residents regarding school matters.
ATHLETICS
Step 1: Coach; if not resolved...
Step 2: J. Keith Snyder, Director of Athletics; if not
resolved...
Step 3: Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for
Administration & Personnel; if not resolved...
Step 4: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
BUDGET
Step 1: William Pastore, Assistant Superintendent for
Business; if not resolved...
Step 2: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
BUILDINGS - SCHEDULING THE USE OF
FACILITIES BY GROUPS
Step 1: Director of Facilities; if not resolved....
Step 2: William Pastore, Assistant Superintendent for
Business; if not resolved...
Step 3: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
CLASSROOM ISSUES INVOLVING AN
INDIVIDUAL CHILD
(Classroom procedure, behavior, grades, schedule, etc.)
OR
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
(Subject matter being taught, teaching strategies,
textbooks and materials used, etc.)
For Grades K-12:
Step 1: Classroom Teacher; if not resolved...
Step 2: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 3: Debbie Rifkin, Assistant Superintendent for
Instruction; if not resolved...
Step 4: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
EMPLOYMENT AND CERTIFICATION
Step 1: Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for
Administration & Personnel; if not resolved...
Step 2: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
GUIDANCE
For Grades K-5:
Step 1: Teacher; if not resolved...
Step 2: School Psychologist; if not resolved...
Step 3: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 4: Debbie Rifkin, Assistant Superintendent for
Instruction; if not resolved...
Step 5: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
For Grades 6-12:
Step 1: Teacher; if not resolved...
Step 2: Guidance Counselor; if not resolved...
Step 3: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 4: Chairperson of Guidance; if not resolved...
Step 5: Debbie Rifkin, Assistant Superintendent for
Instruction; if not resolved...
Step 6: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
MEDICAL CONCERNS, K-12
Step 1: School Nurse, if not resolved...
Step 2: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 3: J. Keith Snyder, Director of Athletics; if not
resolved...
Step 4: Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for
Administration & Personnel; if not resolved...
Step 5: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
OTHER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Step 1: Activity Adviser; if not resolved...
Step 2: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 3: Debbie Rifkin, Assistant Superintendent for
Instruction; if not resolved...
Step 4: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
REGISTRATION AND RESIDENCY
Step 1: Registrar: if not resolved...
Step 2: Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for
General Information: 516-434-7000
District Security: 516-434-7560
Administration & Personnel; if not resolved...
Step 3: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
SCHOOL PERSONNEL
Step 1: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 2: Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for
Administration & Personnel; if not resolved...
Step 3: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
SPECIAL EDUCATION
For Grades K-12:
Step 1: Teacher; if not resolved...
Step 2: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 3: Lisa Carella Lang, Director of Special Education;
if not resolved...
Step 4: Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for
Administration & Personnel; if not resolved...
Step 5: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
TRANSPORTATION
(Pickup, route problems, etc.)
Step 1: Dajuana Reeves, Supervisor of Transportation; if
not resolved...
Step 2: William Pastore, Assistant Superintendent for
Business; if not resolved...
Step 3: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
TRANSPORTATION CONCERNS - OTHER
(Behavior on school buses, etc.)
For Grades K-12:
Step 1: Bus Driver; if not resolved...
Step 2: Building Administrator; if not resolved...
Step 3: Dajuana Reeves, Supervisor of Transportation; if
not resolved...
Step 4: William Pastore, Assistant Superintendent for
Business; if not resolved...
Step 5: Dr. Tonie McDonald, Superintendent of Schools
If your issue has not been resolved after
following ALL of the appropriate steps in
the communication protocol, then please
write to the Board of Education.
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Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
September 2014
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
Labor Day
2
THURSDAY
3
FRIDAY
4
5
6
12
13
Levittown A.M. Program
(LAMP) Begins
First Day of School
Teacher Orientation Day
SATURDAY
No Students
Levittown After School
Program (LAP) Begins
7
8
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
14
12 p.m. DAHS Marching
Band Competition
@ Brentwood HS
9
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
15
16
MacArthur Picture Retakes
(Senior Portraits Class of
2015)
MacArthur Senior Portrait
Makeups
6:30 p.m. Summit Lane
Back to School Night
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Gardiners Avenue
Back to School Night
21
12 p.m. DAHS
Marching Band Competition
@ Copiague HS
22
6:30 p.m. East Broadway
Back to School Night
23
Summit Lane Picture Day
7:30 p.m. Northside PTA Mtg
12 p.m. DAHS Marching
Band Competition
@ Malverne HS
29
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
East Broadway Picture Day
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Regular Meeting
@ LMEC
Patriot Day
11
Northside Panoramic Picture
(5th Graders)
East Broadway Picture
Day
6 p.m. GC Tech
Back to School Night
7 p.m. Summit Lane PTA Mtg
17
DAHS Picture Day
(Underclassmen & ID Photos)
MacArthur Picture Retakes
(Senior Portraits Class of 2015)
8:15-9:45 a.m. DAHS
Mini-College Fair
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
7 p.m. Northside Back to
School Night
18
DAHS Picture Day
Underclassmen & ID Photos
19
Gardiners Ave. Picture Day
20
DAHS Homecoming
11 a.m. Parade
1:30 p.m. Game
7 p.m. Back to School
Nights: Salk and Wisdom
Lane
24
MacArthur Picture Day
(Senior Group, Fall Team
Sports)
Wisdom Lane Picture Day
7 p.m. Abbey Lane Back to
School Night
28
10
25
26
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah
No School
No School
27
Dance & Gymnastics
1st Day of Classes
@ Gardiners Ave.
MacArthur HS Homecoming
12 p.m. Parade
2 p.m. Game
30
7 p.m. Lee Road
Back to School Night
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane PTA Mtg
PTA Nassau Region Resolution
Workshop
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D i s t r i c t
SUCC
M i s s i o n
S t a t e m e n t
ES S FO R EVER Y S TU D E NT
DISTRICT PLANNING
The Levittown School District and each of its schools maintain a commitment to strategic
planning and ongoing school improvement. Each school in the Levittown School District has a
School Development Committee made up of teachers, students, administrators, parents and other
community representatives.
STUDENT RECORDS INFORMATION
TITLE IX
The Levittown School District is committed to providing both equal educational opportunity for
all students and equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to, or discrimination
based on, religion, ethnic background, age, gender or disability.
The district is officially responsible for the coordination of activities relating to Civil Rights
Compliance including Title IX. The Civil Rights Compliance Officer is Darlene Rhatigan,
Assistant Superintendent for Administration, 516-434-7030.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a federal law, requires that the
Levittown School District, with certain exceptions, obtains your written consent prior to the
disclosure of personally identifiable information from your child’s education records. However,
the Levittown School District may disclose appropriately designated “directory information”
without written consent, unless you have advised the district to the contrary in accordance with
district procedures. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow the Levittown School
District to include this type of information from your child’s education records in certain school
publications. Examples include:
• A playbill, showing your student’s role in a drama production
• The annual yearbook
• Honor roll or other recognition lists
• Graduation programs
• Sports activity sheets; such as for wrestling, showing weight and height of
team members.
Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an
invasion of privacy, if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s
prior written consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that
manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, two federal laws require local
educational agencies to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory
information categories - names, addresses and telephone listings for 11th- and 12th-graders
unless parents have advised the district that they do not want their child’s student information
disclosed without their prior written consent.
If you do not want Levittown School District to disclose directory information from your
child’s education records without your prior written consent, you must notify the district
in writing by September 15 of each school year. Levittown School District has designated the
following information as directory information: (Note: The district may, but does not have to,
include all the information listed below):
-Student’s Name
-Participation in officially
-Address
recognized activities and sports
-Telephone listing
-Weight and height of members of athletic
-Electronic mail address
teams
-Photograph
-Degrees, honors and awards received
-Date and place of birth
-Most recent educational agency or
-Courses of study
institution attended
-Dates of attendance
-Grade level
Section 504 is a law that gives individuals with disabilities certain rights. A child is a
“qualified disabled person” under Section 504 if he or she:
• has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more
major life activities (such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking,
seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working)
• has a record of such an impairment; or
• is regarded as having such an impairment; and
• is between the ages of birth to 21 years old.
It is the responsibility of the Levittown School District to comply with Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students eligible for Section 504 accommodations will be provided
with appropriate services. Anyone with questions or concerns may address them to the district’s
special education director 516-434-7040.
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Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
October 2014
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
8:15-9:45 a.m. DAHS
College Mini Fair
5
12 p.m. DAHS Marching
Band Competition
@ Sachem HS
6
DAHS Picture Retakes
(Senior Portraits Class of 2015)
MacArthur Picture Day
(Underclassmen & ID Photos)
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Mtg @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. Salk/MacArthur PTSA
Mtg @ Salk
Adult Education Fall Session
Begins
12
12 p.m. DAHS Marching
Band Home Show
13
Columbus Day
No School
14
10 a.m. Summit Lane
PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Regular Meeting @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
Newsday Marching Band
Festival @ Hofstra
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
22
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Planning Session
@ LMEC
10
11
7:45 a.m. MacArthur HS
SAT I & II
8:15-9:45 a.m. DAHS
College Mini Fair
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
10 a.m. Northside PTA Mtg
9
Sukkot
15
4
Yom Kippur
6:30 p.m. DAHS Marching
Band Competition
@ Walt Whitman HS
Salk Picture Day (Yearbook)
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
21
3
Lee Road Picture Day
8
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
20
SATURDAY
7 p.m. Back to School
Nights: DAHS and
MacArthur
Newsday Marching Band
Festival @ Hofstra
19
2
Abbey Lane Picture Day
7
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
FRIDAY
16
17
Northside Picture Day
6 p.m. GC Tech National
Technical Honor Society
Induction
Newsday Marching Band
Festival @ Hofstra
PTA Nassau Region Fall
Conference
18
7:45 a.m. MacArthur HS
PSAT
6:30 p.m. DAHS Marching
Band Competition
@ Mineola HS
23
6:30 p.m. SkillsUSA
Fundraiser Dinner @ LMEC
7:45 a.m. DAHS PSAT
24
25
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free Youth
Heart Screening @ LMEC
7 p.m. DAHS Career
Development Halloween
Dance
7:30 p.m. Mac’s Got Talent
26
LEADD @ LMEC
10:30 a.m. Walk
11 a.m. Fair
DAHS Marching Band
NYSFBC Championship
@ Syracuse
27
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Mtg
@ LMEC
28
10 a.m. Wisdom Lane
PTA Mtg
29
Wisdom Lane Picture Retakes
30
31
Halloween
PTA Nassau Region
President’s Rap
11
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Commencement exercises will be held in 2015 at Hofstra University. Details will be sent home to those students eligible for graduation.
Levittown Public Schools High School Diploma
The collective accomplishments of our district’s students continue to be laudatory. In addition to demonstrating continued strength in standardized test scores, Levittown scholars are found
at the top of national results. The Report Card issued by the State Education Department highlights a strong level of achievement. Levittown has continued to meet and exceed all previous goals.
LPS Regents Diploma Requirements (for Class of 2015)
LPS Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation** (for Class of 2015)
Students must score a 65 or above on Regents examinations in
English, Integrated Algebra, Science (1), Global History and U.S.
History.
27 Credit Requirement
Students must pass Regents examinations in English, Integrated Algebra,
Geometry & Algebra 2/Trig, Science (2), Global History, U.S. History and
in a world language.*
27 Credit Requirement
Subject
Subject
Credits
Credits
English
4
English
4
Social Studies
4
Social Studies
4
Mathematics
4
Mathematics
4
Science
3
Science
3
World Language
1
World Language
3**
Physical Education
2
Physical Education
2
Health
0.5
Health
0.5
1
Art/Music
1
7.5
Additional Electives
Art/Music
Additional Electives
Total
27.0
Total
5.5
27.0
* World Language exam may be locally developed.
** LPS Regents diploma with advanced designation – Students seeking an advanced Regents diploma who pass 5 units of approved credit in art, music or career and technical education can be exempt
from the second language Regents requirement.
New York State Regents Diploma
To qualify for a Regents diploma, a student must score a 65 or above on Regents examinations in English, Integrated Algebra, Science (1), Global History and U.S. History.
New York State Regents Diploma with Honors
To qualify for a Regents diploma with honors, a student must fulfill all of the requirements for a Regents diploma and have an average at least a 90% on Regents examinations in English, Mathematics,
Science (1), Global History and U.S. History.
Students must satisfy additional requirements of the Levittown Public Schools as well as those stated in the chart above. Details and an explanation of these additional
requirements is provided in the district course catalog. Specific questions can be answered by your child’s guidance counselor. All students must complete a senior year,
interdisciplinary research paper and pass physical education all four years.
Commencement exercises signify successful completion of high school. Only those high school students who will have successfully completed, by the end of the current school
year, all requirements for the appropriate diploma shall be permitted to participate in the commencement exercises. Therefore, students will not be permitted to participate in the
commencement if they are known to be lacking any graduation requirement prior to the date of the commencement ceremony.
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November 2014
Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
3
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
4
5
Election Day
Summit Lane Picture Retakes
1st Elementary Marking
Period Ends
Superintendent’s Conference
Day
9:15 a.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
MacArthur Picture Day
(Clubs and GC Tech)
No School For Students
9
10
2nd Secondary Marking
Period Begins
11
LISFA Junior/Senior HS
Festival
17
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Mtg
@ LMEC
NYS PTA Convention
23
24
PTA Nassau Regional
Presidents/Principals Dinner
30
7
1st Secondary Marking
Period Ends
2nd Elementary Marking Period
Begins
8
7:45 a.m. DAHS SAT I & II
Gardiners Ave. Picture Retakes
MacArthur Picture Retakes
(Underclassmen & ID Photos)
6:30 p.m. GC Tech Culinary
Showcase Dinner
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
Emergency Sheltering Drill
12
13
Veterans Day
9:15 a.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Summit Lane PTA Mtg
No School
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Regular Mtg @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
16
6
14
Lee Road Picture Retakes
15
LISFA Junior/Senior HS
Festival
LISFA Junior/Senior HS Festival
NYS PTA Convention
NYS PTA Convention
18
DAHS Picture Retakes
(Underclassmen)
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
10 a.m. Northside PTA Mtg
11:30 a.m. DAHS Blue and
Silver Luncheon
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
25
Abbey Lane Picture Retakes
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane PTA Mtg
19
1st Elementary Marking Period
Report Cards Available Online
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg. @ LMEC
1 p.m. MacArthur Musical
Performance for Senior Citizens
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Planning Session @ LMEC
No School for Elementary
Students
No LAMP or LAP Today
1st Secondary Marking
Period Report Cards
Available Online
21
Half-Day Elementary School
Parent-Teacher Conferences
12 p.m. Release Time
Salk Picture Retakes (Yearbook)
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Musical
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
26
No Adult Education Classes
20
22
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Musical
No LAP Today
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Musical
27
28
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Recess
No School
No School
29
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
7 p.m. Financial Aid Night
@ DAHS
13
Central Registration
Registration for all new students takes place at the Levittown Memorial Education Center. Kindergarten registration takes place in the late winter and early spring of the year prior
to enrollment. Go to www.levittownschools.com for additional information.
Student Guidance Services
The district employs full-time guidance counselors to staff our four secondary buildings. The role of the counselor includes course planning, career counseling, college selection
and applications, programming and scheduling. The counselor serves as a critical member of each building’s pupil services team. It is the counselor who coordinates parent-teacher
meetings and assists our students with the critical choices they face as emerging adults.
Maura O’Sullivan, Chairperson
Middle Schools
Mark Curtiss
Division Avenue High School
Karen Cole, Chairperson
MacArthur High School
Drug & Alcohol Counselors
The Levittown Public Schools employ substance abuse counselors in our high schools and middle schools. Students and parents may arrange for a confidential consultation with
these counselors to discuss problems or potential problems. In addition, these substance abuse counselors are responsible for assemblies and educational forums that help students to
understand the dangers and serious risks of substance use and abuse.
Free & Reduced Meal Program
Parents are encouraged to apply for free and reduced lunch for their child if they qualify. Applications are available in your school’s main office or on the district website and
should be returned to the Assistant Superintendent for Business, LMEC 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown N.Y. 11756.
Good nutrition is vital to your child’s educational success; school lunches are balanced and nutritious. Please inform your school nurse of any and all allergies.
College Tests
Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Tests (PSAT)
Students in grades 10 and 11 who plan to take the SAT tests should make arrangements through the guidance office to take the PSAT tests as early as possible. The PSAT tests
are also required for determining eligibility for the National Merit Scholarship Competition.
Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT-I: Reasoning Test)
It is the practice of the Levittown Public Schools to offer a comprehensive verbal and mathematical SAT review course to meet students’ meets. All students planning to take the
SAT tests are encouraged to schedule the SAT. Preparation course with their counselors.
Scholastic Assessment Tests II (SAT-II: Subject Tests)
Students in grades 10 through 12 are encouraged to take the College Board Achievement Tests in various subject areas. These tests should be taken as soon as possible after
completing the appropriate course.
Please refer to your school’s guidance website for specific dates and details related to SAT, PSAT, ACT and AP exams.
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Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
December 2014
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
2
3
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
8
NYSSMA All-State
Conference @ Rochester, N.Y.
9
15
16
6:30 p.m. Salk Winter
Concert II
22
First Day of Hanukkah
23
29
Holiday Recess
4-8 p.m. Abbey Lane
Blood Drive
12
13
19
20
26
27
Salk Picture Day
(Yearbook Club)
6:30 p.m. Salk Winter
Concert I
18
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Winter
Concert I
24
30
Holiday Recess
6
NYSSMA All-State
Conference @ Rochester, N.Y.
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane Winter
Concert II
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
Holiday Recess
28
5
NYSSMA All-State
Conference @ Rochester, N.Y.
11
17
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane Winter
Concert I
7:30 p.m. DAHS Winter
Concert I
21
10
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Regular Meeting
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS Winter
Concert II
MacArthur Picture Day
(Winter Sports)
4
SATURDAY
NYSSMA All-State
Conference @ Rochester, N.Y.
4-8 p.m. Lee Road
Blood Drive
14
FRIDAY
Northside Picture Retakes
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
7
THURSDAY
25
Holiday Recess
Holiday Recess
Christmas Day
Kwanzaa
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
31
Holiday Recess
If your child will be entering
kindergarten in 2015/2016,
please call Arlene Mege for a
registration packet at
516-434-7058.
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SPECIAL EDUCATION
Susan W. Farkas, Coordinator of Social Work
Rocco Ognibene, CPSE Chairperson
Dr. Susan W. Farber, Ass’t. Director
Special Education
The Levittown School District operates one of the most comprehensive special education programs in New York state, at a moderate cost, to serve the needs of more than 1,000
children with disabilities.
The Levittown Committee on Special Education (CSE) carefully screens all students suspected of having a disability, as well as reviews the progress of students currently in
programs. It is the CSE that prepares each student’s initial IEP.
Many special education classes are housed within district school buildings, which allows our students full access to all services and facilities. When appropriate, a special education
student may require services from BOCES or an out-of-district program.
Richard Cirillo, Chairperson
Salk Middle School
Dr. Margaret Ippolito, Chairperson
Wisdom Lane Middle School
Terence Rusch, Chairperson
Division Avenue High School
Dawn Butler, Chairperson
MacArthur High School
Special Education Preschool
Pursuant to PL-99-457 and Section 4410 of the Education Law, school districts are responsible for serving three and
four year-old children with disabilities. If you suspect that your child may have a disability that is impacting his/her
education, or are referred by your doctor or a preschool professional, please contact Rocco Ognibene at 516-434-7050.
Speech and Language Services
The district employs full-time speech/language therapists who serve the various schools of the district. The role of the
speech/language therapist includes: screening of all new school entrants; periodic screening of elementary and secondary
students for speech or language disorders; correction of voice disorders; correction of articulation disorders; and correction
of receptive and expressive language disorders.
In addition, the speech therapist serves as a resource to teachers, particularly in areas of receptive and expressive
language disorders, and helps teachers in the adaptation of curriculum.
Psychological Services
The district employs full-time psychologists who serve the various schools of the district. The role of the psychologist
includes: student psychological evaluation; CSE referrals and evaluations; monitoring of pupil progress; crisis intervention;
parent counseling; cooperative educational planning with teachers and administrators; required re-evaluations of special
education students; and mandated member of building and district-level CSE.
The school psychologist, as the mental health expert in each building, serves a vital role in assisting the students and
parents of the district.
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January 2015
Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
5
7 p.m. Abbey Lane
Winter Concert
7 p.m. Abbey Lane
Winter Concert
7 p.m. East Broadway
Winter Concert
11
12
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
18
UPK Interest Forms for
2015-2016 Lottery available
on our website,
www.levittownschools.com
from January 1, 2015 through
March 6, 2015
6
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
13
14
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Regular Meeting @ LMEC
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
No School
7:30 p.m. Lee Road
Winter Concert
26
21
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Planning Session @ LMEC
27
Regents
Regents
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Meeting
@ LMEC
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane
Grades 7 & 8 Parent Mtg
2
3
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
New Year’s Day
8
9
7:30 p.m. Wisdom Lane
Musical Production
10 a.m. Summit Lane
PTA Mtg
15
10
7:30 p.m. Wisdom Lane
Musical Production
16
17
23
24
30
31
6:30 p.m. MacArthur
Business Showcase Night
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
20
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
25
SATURDAY
Holiday Recess
Holiday Recess
7
Christmas Day (Orthodox)
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
10 a.m. Northside PTA Mtg
7 p.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane
PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
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FRIDAY
1
In the event of inclement weather, the district may resort to a 2-hour delayed opening.
Please follow the district’s inclement weather schedule below if this should occur.
No LAMP on delayed openings.
Inclement weather Delayed Opening Schedule:
All High Schools (9-12) start at 9:27 a.m.
All Middle Schools (6-8) start at 9:57 a.m.
All Elementary Schools (K-5) start at 11:10 a.m.
No AM GC Tech classes, PM classes start at 11:50 a.m.
4
THURSDAY
28
Regents
22
7 p.m. Summit Lane Winter
Concert
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Winter
Concert II
7:30 p.m. Northside Winter
Concert @ Wisdom
PTA Nassau Region Pres.
Rap Nominating/Election
Workshop
29
Regents
6 p.m. GC Tech Open House
7 p.m. East Broadway
Instrumental & Chorus
Concert
8 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
Winter Concert
2nd Secondary Marking
Period Ends
17
G erald
District Programs:
A rc h it e c t u ral D r af ti ng
A ut o m o t iv e T ech no lo g y
C ar p e n t r y
R.
C laps
Career &
T echnical
Center
@ Levittown Memorial Education Center
150 Abbey Lane, Levittown N.Y. 11756 516-434-7110
Joan Lorelli, Principal
Career & Technical Education Programs
are open to students beginning in the
11th grade.
All programs are two years in length.
For information and program tours,
please call 516-434-7110
C om p u t e r A ni m ati o n
C os m e t o l o g y
C ul in a r y A rts
Ele c t r ic a l T ech no lo g y
G r a p h ic A r t s
M e d ic a l A s s i s ti ng
P ol ic e S c ie nce/ E M T - B
Check our w ebs ite for more program inf o r m a t i o n
WWW.LEVITTOWNSCHOOLS.COM/MEMORIAL
A copy of the secondary career and technical education courses offered is available to district residents and may be obtained on our website,
www.levittownschools.com/memorial, or by calling 516-434-7110 to request a mailing.
Civil Rights Compliance
The Levittown School District as an equal opportunity employer and educator fully supports equal access to all. The Levittown School District does not
discriminate in employment or in its education programs and activities against qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, weight, ethnic group, national
origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability. Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the compliance
officer listed below. Inquiries regarding this nondiscrimination policy may be directed to:
Civil Rights Compliance Officer
Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for Administration/Personnel
Levittown Public Schools
Levittown Memorial Education Center
150 Abbey Lane
Levittown, N.Y. 11756
516-434-7030
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February 2015
Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
TUESDAY
2
Groundhog Day
3rd Secondary Marking
Period Begins
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
8
9
15
3
Kindergarten Registration
East Broadway/Lee Road
9:15 a.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
Presidents Day
22
23
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Meeting
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Regular Meeting
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Budget Planning
Session #1 @ LMEC
24
5
SATURDAY
6
7
Kindergarten Registration
East Broadway/Lee Road
6 p.m. GC Tech Student
Competition
7 p.m. Summit Lane PTA Mtg
12
13
2nd Secondary Marking Period
Report Cards Available Online
14
Valentine’s Day
7:30 p.m. MacArthur
Winter Concert III
18
19
Winter Recess
Winter Recess
Ash Wednesday
Lunar New Year
25
FRIDAY
Kindergarten Registration
East Broadway/Lee Road
11
17
Winter Recess
THURSDAY
4
Kindergarten Registration
East Broadway/Lee Road
10
9:15 a.m. Lee Road
PTA Mtg
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
10 a.m. Northside PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. DAHS Talent
Showcase
16
Winter Recess
WEDNESDAY
20
Winter Recess
26
2nd Elementary
Marking Period Ends
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
27
Kindergarten Registration
Gardiners Ave./Summit Lane
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration
Gardiners Ave./Summit Lane Gardiners Ave./Summit Lane
Kindergarten Registration
Gardiners Ave./Summit Lane
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
6:45 p.m. DAHS Spirit Night
7 p.m. DAHS Career
Development Sports Night
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
21
28
LISFA Elementary/MS
Festival
LISFA Elementary/MS
Festival
In the event of inclement weather, the district may resort
to a 2-hour delayed opening. Please follow the district’s
inclement weather schedule below if this should occur.
No LAMP on delayed openings.
Inclement weather Delayed Opening Schedule:
All High Schools (9-12) start at 9:27 a.m.
All Middle Schools (6-8) start at 9:57 a.m.
All Elementary Schools (K-5) start at 11:50 a.m.
No AM GC Tech classes, PM classes start at 11:50 a.m.
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COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Todd Connell, Director
The Computer Technology Department at the Levittown Schools concentrates on supporting the most current technological
tools available to increase student achievement and teacher productivity. The department’s focus on the maintenance and
updating of the computer infrastructure provides an intellectual environment of learning and investigation. The Computer
Department concentrates on short-term and long-term goals to meet the rapidly changing challenges of the current electronic
environment with the aim toward the successful integration of technology into the curriculum.
ALTERNATIVE STUDENT INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
Home Instruction
Home instruction is available for students with health problems which require an absence from school for an extended period of time. Please consult the guidance department
and/or principal for procedures to be followed. Call 516-434-7053 for more information.
GED Program and Alternative High School @ Levittown Memorial Education Center
John Avena, Coordinator 516-434-7131
The main objective of the GED Program is to provide an alternate educational setting for students who are not able or willing to attend traditional classes and earn a local high
school diploma. The GED Program offers students academic preparation to pass the GED exam and earn a high school equivalency diploma.
The Alternative High School Program provides an alternate educational setting for students who cannot succeed in traditional classroom settings. The program maintains small
class sizes with students receiving individualized attention. All core subjects, physical education and health are offered in the program. Students are required to take Regents exams.
Age restrictions apply.
Equal Opportunity Policy
No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against any educational program,
activity, service or employment opportunity in this district on the basis of race, color, weight, ethnic group, national origin, religion,
age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability. Any inquiries should be directed to the Civil Rights Compliance Officer,
Darlene Rhatigan, Assistant Superintendent for Administration/Personnel at 516-434-7030.
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Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
LISFA Elementary/MS
Festival
TUESDAY
2
3rd Elementary Marking
Period Begins
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
Adult Education Spring
Session Begins
8
15
March 2015
WEDNESDAY
3
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
9
10
THURSDAY
4
FRIDAY
5
Greenkill Trip
East Broadway/Summit
Last Day to Submit UPK
Interest Forms
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Budget Planning
Session #2 @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
Greenkill Trip
East Broadway/Summit
11
12
Kindergarten Registration
Abbey Lane/Northside
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
Kindergarten Registration
Abbey Lane/Northside
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Regular Meeting @ LMEC
17
18
19
Abbey Lane Picture Day
(Spring)
7
Nassau Region PTA
Legistration Roundtable @
Hofstra
7 p.m. DAHS PTSA
Scholarship Sweeps
Kindergarten Registration
Abbey Lane/Northside
10 a.m. Summit Lane
PTA Mtg
6:30 p.m. Community
Recognition Dinner
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Drama
Production
St. Patrick’s Day
6
Greenkill Trip
East Broadway/Summit
2nd Elementary Marking
Period Report Cards
Available Online
16
SATURDAY
13
14
Kindergarten Registration
Abbey Lane/Northside
7 p.m. DAHS Junior Prom
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Drama
Production
20
21
27
28
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Key
Club Fashion Show
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
22
23
24
MacArthur Blood Drive
10 a.m. Wisdom Lane
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Northside PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Salk National Junior
Honor Society Induction
29
30
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Meeting
@ LMEC
25
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Budget Planning
Session #3; Special
Meeting - Board Adopts
Budget @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS
Music Production
26
7:30 p.m. Wisdom Lane
National Junior Honor
Society & World Language
Honor Society Induction
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
MacArthur Picture Day
(Spring Sports)
7:30 p.m. DAHS
Music Production
6 p.m. MacArthur Junior
Banquet
7:30 p.m. DAHS Music
Production
31
7 p.m. College Information
Night @ MacArthur
21
J. Keith Snyder, Director
Student Health Services
Health Services/Immunizations
State law requires that each student be fully immunized against diphtheria,
tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B and varicella. The dose schedule
is consistent with The Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP).
Measles, mumps and varicella immunizations must be acquired no more than four
days before the child’s first birthday. A certificate of immunization issued by a
private physician or clinic is needed as proof. The certification must be signed and
stamped by the physician. Copies of school records are not considered acceptable proof
of immunization unless signed by a physician.
Consistent with New York State law, students who fail to meet these
requirements in a timely manner will be barred from attending school until all
requirements are met.
Physical Examinations
Physical examinations for each child attending kindergarten, grades 2, 4, 7, 10 and
grade-appropriate special education are required. Arrangements for physical screening
by the school physician will be made for students who do not have a medical report
from their family doctor on file by October 1. As mandated by state law, scoliosis
screening will be provided for students in grades five and up unless otherwise notified
by the parent that their own physician will do this screening.
Dental Examinations
All students are encouraged to complete dental exams by October 1.
Working Paper Certificates
Working papers are required for students under 18 years of age for all employment
and many kinds of volunteer work. It is a simple, fast procedure during the school year.
The student must see the school nurse to make the necessary arrangements. Urge your
child not to wait until he/she gets a job to arrange for working papers. The student who is
prepared with valid working papers and a Social Security number is in a better position
to get a job. This is particularly true during the summer when schools are closed and
working papers are issued on a limited schedule. Your school nurse has the information.
Check with the nurse for information or assistance concerning immunizations, working
papers, community resources, etc. Student work experience should not interfere with
schooling or homework. The district will aggressively seek the enforcement of child labor
laws with respect to students and employers.
District Forms
Please find on the district website www.levittownschools.com pertinent forms
that can be downloaded for your convenience.
Sports Participation
Students in grades 7-12 who are participating in sports are required to have a
physical examination. Students have an option of seeing the school doctor or a private
physician. Sports physical forms must be filled out and signed, stamped and dated by the
physician. Interim health forms are required from students/athletes who haven’t taken
part in sports for more than 30 days. The school doctor’s schedule is available from the
school nurse.
Student Accident Insurance
The Levittown School District has an insurance plan that covers students who are
injured in school or during a school-sponsored activity. This insurance is an “in excess”
policy. This means that the initial reimbursement must come from the parent or guardian’s
own insurance. The school district’s insurance may then be utilized to reimburse a
proportionate amount of the excess cost that was not covered by the individual’s own
insurance. Insurance forms and information can be obtained from your child’s school
nurse.
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SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
5
Easter
6
Spring Recess
7
2
SATURDAY
3
4
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
Passover
3rd Secondary Marking
Period Ends
Good Friday
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
8
Spring Recess
Spring Recess
FRIDAY
9
Spring Recess
10
Spring Recess
11
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
Buddha’s Birthday
12
13
4th Secondary Marking
Period Begins
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
PTA Nassau Region Arts in
Ed Showcase
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NYSESLAT Speaking
Test Window 4/14 - 5/15
NYS ELA (Grades 3-8)
7 p.m. Summit Lane PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
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MacArthur Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
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27
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Mtg
@ LMEC
14
15
NYS ELA (Grades 3-8)
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
7:30 p.m. MacArthur National
Honor Society Induction
DAHS Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
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18
24
25
MacArthur Blood Drive
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Regular Meeting @ LMEC
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MacArthur Senior
Portraits (Class of 2016)
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Special Meeting BOCES Vote @ LMEC
16
NYS ELA (Grades 3-8)
22
Earth Day
NYS Math (Grades 3-8)
MacArthur Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
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3rd Secondary Marking
Period Report Cards
Available Online
NYS Math (Grades 3-8)
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NYS Math (Grades 3-8)
MacArthur Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
7 p.m. DAHS National Honor
Society Induction
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
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NYSSMA All-State
@ Massapequa HS
MacArthur Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
NYSSMA All-State
@ Massapequa HS
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7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
DAHS Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
DAHS Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
7:30 p.m. MacArthur
Spring Concert I
7 p.m. District Music Night
@ DAHS
6-10 p.m. PTA Council
Honorary Life Senior Award
Dinner Dance
7:30 p.m. Northside PTA Mtg
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65th Year for the Levittown Public Schools Dance and Gymnastics Program
The Dance and Gymnastics Program is a self-sustaining continuing education program. Classes are offered
in kinderdance, pre-ballet, classical ballet, creative movement, classical modern dance, tap, jazz, acrobatics and
gymnastics.
Lyrical classes are available for intermediate to advanced students. Kick/tap line, jazz variations and pointe
are for advanced students by audition only. Students interested in the Teacher-Training Program should arrange
an appointment with Mrs. Dikun, Program Coordinator.
Program registration is conducted on an annual basis. A brochure containing information for registration can
be found on the district website, www.levittownschools.com. A three-part registration form can be downloaded
and printed for your convenience. Registration begins on the first day of school, Sept. 3, 2014.
For information, call 516-434-7139 beginning Sept. 3, 2014.
VOTER REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION AND VOTING INFORMATION
Qualifications for Voting
A voter shall be entitled to vote who is:
• A citizen of the United States
• A resident of the district for a period of 30 days or more
• 18 years of age or older
Registration
The Levittown School District has implemented ongoing registration, in accordance with the provisions of Section 2014 of the Education Law. Registration
must take place a least (5) days preceding any school district election.
Absentee Ballots
Applications for absentee ballots may be obtained at the office of the district clerk, 150 Abbey Lane, any school day between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
or on the district website. Completed applications must be received by the district clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to
be mailed to the voter, or up to one (1) day before the vote if the ballot is to be personally handed to a voter. All ballots must be received by the
district clerk by 5 p.m. on the day of the vote. Absentee ballots will be issued for those reasons stated in the Education Law, Section 2018-A.
Current Polling Sites - School Vote: #1 Gardiners Avenue Elementary School; #2 East Broadway Elementary School; #3 Levittown Memorial Education
Center; #4 Division Avenue High School.
For more information, please call the district clerk at 516-434-7002.
Budget Vote and Board Elections - Tuesday, May 19, 2015
7 a.m.–8 p.m.
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SUNDAY
MONDAY
May 2015
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
7:45 a.m. DAHS
SAT I & II
DAHS Senior Portraits
(Class of 2016)
7:45 a.m. MacArthur
SAT I & II
3
4
AP Exams
NYSESLAT Listening,
Reading, Writing Test
Window 5/4 - 5/15
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
5
AP Exams
9:15 a.m. Salk/MacArthur
PTSA Mtg @ Salk
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Music
Parents Mtg in Cafe A
6
7
8
AP Exams
AP Exams
AP Exams
7:30 p.m. Board of
Education Public Budget
Hearing: Regular Meeting
@ LMEC
7 p.m. East Broadway
Spring Concert
NYSSMA All-State Jazz &
V Jazz @ Hewlett HS
NYSSMA All-State Jazz &
V Jazz @ Hewlett HS
7 p.m. Summit Lane Musical
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
10
Mother’s Day
11
AP Exams
Greenkill Trip
Gardiners/Northside
6 p.m. DAHS Guitar Recital
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
PTA Nassau Region Spring
Conference
17
18
NYSSMA Major Organizations
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Memorial Day
1 p.m. Dance Recital
Matinee Performance
@ DAHS
AP Exams
14
10 a.m. Summit Lane
PTA Mtg
AP Exams
Greenkill Trip
Gardiners/Northside
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Senior
Variety Show
NYSESLAT Testing Ends
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane 6th
Grade Parent Orientation
7:30 p.m. “Meet the
Candidates Night” @ LMEC
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10 a.m. Memorial Day
Parade
(All elementary, middle &
high schools)
6:30 p.m. Salk Spring Concert I
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane Spring
Concert II
NYSSMA Major Organizations
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10 a.m. Northside
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Abbey Lane PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Salk 6th Grade Parent
Orientation (Gardiners/Lee
Road)
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane Spring
Concert I
15
AP Exams
20
NYSSMA Major Organizations
9:30 a.m. Food Service
* If one (1) or no (0) snow
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
days are used, schools will be
5 p.m. MacArthur Art Show
NYSSMA Major Organizations closed.
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5 p.m. DAHS Art Show
7:30 p.m. DAHS Spring
Concert II
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Spring
Concert II
7:30 p.m. PTA Council Mtg
@ LMEC
16
10 a.m. Dance Recital
Dress Rehearsal @ DAHS
22
Memorial Recess
23
No Dance & Gymnastics
Classes
No School
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7 p.m. East Broadway
Instrumental & Chorus
Concert
7 p.m. Summit Lane Spring
Concert
8 p.m. Gardiners Ave. Spring
Concert
Dance & Gymnastics
Last Day of Classes
@ Gardiners Ave.
7:30 p.m. MacArthur Senior
Variety Show
21
MacArthur College Alumni
Day
5/20-5/29
7:30 p.m. DAHS Spring
Concert I
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13
NYS Science
BUDGET VOTE
(Grades 4 & 8)
7 A.M.-8 P.M.
(Special meeting to certify vote) Performance Test Window
6:30 p.m. Salk Spring
Concert II
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12
AP Exams
Greenkill Trip
Gardiners/Northside
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Wisdom Lane PTA Mtg
7:30 p.m. MacArthur
Tri-M Recital
7:30 p.m. Gardiners Ave.
PTA Mtg
9
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NYSSMA Non All-State
Classical Guitar
@ Uniondale HS
30
NYSSMA Non All-State and
Classical Guitar
@ Uniondale HS
6 p.m. Dance Recital Evening
Performance @ DAHS
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Health, Physical Education & Athletics
J. Keith Snyder, Director
Drug Free Schools
AIDS Education
The Board of Education is committed to the prevention of alcohol, tobacco and
other substance use/abuse. This statement describes the programmatic elements the
district uses to promote healthy lifestyles for its students and staff and to inhibit the
use/abuse of alcohol, tobacco, drugs and other substances.
No person may use, possess, sell or distribute alcohol or other controlled
substances, nor use or possess drug paraphernalia, on school grounds or at schoolsponsored events, except drugs as prescribed by a physician. The inappropriate use
of prescription and over-the-counter drugs is prohibited.
Additionally, any person exhibiting behavior or physical characteristics indicative
of having used or consumed alcohol, drugs or other psychotropic substances shall be
prohibited from entering school grounds or school-sponsored events.
The district uses the following principles as guides for the development of its
substance use/abuse prevention efforts and of any disciplinary measures related to
alcohol and other substances:
1. Alcohol, tobacco and other substance use/abuse is preventable and treatable.
2. Alcohol and other substance use/abuse inhibits the district from carrying
out its central mission of educating students.
3. The behavior of the Board of Education, the administration and all school
staff should model the behavior asked of students.
4. While the district can and must assume a leadership role in alcohol, tobacco
and other substance use/abuse prevention, this goal will be accomplished
only through coordinated, collaborative efforts with parents, students, staff
and the community as a whole.
New York State Education Regulations Chapter G Part 135 mandates that all school
districts provide appropriate instruction concerning Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome (AIDS) as part of the sequential Health Education Program for all students.
This instruction is designed to provide accurate information concerning the nature
of the disease, methods of transmission and prevention, and stresses abstinence as the
most appropriate protection against AIDS.
No pupil is required to receive instruction concerning the methods of prevention
of AIDS if the parent or legal guardian of such pupil has filed, with the principal
of the school, a written request that the pupil not participate in such instruction
with an assurance that the pupil will receive such instruction at home as mandated.
Health
Health instruction is required in sixth, eighth and 11th grades. K-5 students receive
a half-year course that will cover all relevant topics, allowing students to make healthy
choices throughout their lives. Topics include alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, safety,
mental health, nutrition, dental health, sensory perception, disease prevention and
control, environmental and public health, consumer health, first aid and other related
areas. Elementary school teachers have a health curriculum that is sequentially taught.
Athletics
Athletics are an elective part of the Levittown educational experience. The school
district offers a variety of interscholastic sports to Levittown students in grades 7-12.
Programs include: cross-country, soccer,
tennis, badminton, football, baseball, wrestling,
volleyball, lacrosse, cheerleading, basketball,
bowling, softball, golf, winter track and track
& field. Parents of athletes are encouraged to
read and review the District Athletic Handbook
available online on the district website. Student
athletes are expected to continue a pursuit of
academic excellence while striking a balance
with their athletic endeavors.
Academics + Athletics = Success.
Physical Education
New York state requires that all students attend and participate in either a regular or
an adaptive physical education program. To fulfill graduation requirements, students
must complete and receive a passing grade for four years of physical education. One
credit (1/4 credit per year) is granted for successful completion of this course. This
credit is in addition to the credits required for graduation. Students are graded using a
rubric. The results of the rubric are translated into a numerical grade.
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Website: www.levittownschools.com
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
NYS Science
(Grades 4 & 8) Written Exam
Greenkill Trip
Abbey/Lee/DAHS
9:30 a.m. PTA Pres/Supt Mtg
@ LMEC
7 p.m. DAHS Varsity Sports
Awards
7:30 p.m. SEPTA Mtg
@ LMEC
7
8
Summit Lane Field Day
(Rain Date)
7 p.m. Abbey Lane Spring
Concert
7:30 p.m. Lee Road Spring
Concert @ Salk
7:30 p.m. DAHS PTSA Mtg
14
3
Greenkill Trip
Abbey/Lee/DAHS
Greenkill Trip
Abbey/Lee/DAHS
7 p.m. DAHS Senior Awards
7 p.m. Salk 6th Grade Parent
Orientation East Broadway/
Abbey Lane
East Broadway Field Day
Lee Road Field Day
7:30 p.m. Board of Education
Regular Meeting @ LMEC
9:45 a.m. Wisdom Lane
Moving-Up Day
Father’s Day
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23
Regents
Regents
10 a.m. Gardiners Ave.
Moving Up Day
Gardiners Ave. Field Day
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29
Summit Lane Field Day
7:45 a.m. MacArthur SAT
I & II
7:30 p.m. Northside Spring
Concert @ Wisdom
11
Abbey Lane Field Day
9:15 a.m. Salk Moving Up
Day
6 p.m. DAHS Career
Development Prom
7 p.m. Summit Lane PTA Mtg
PTA Nassau Region Officer
Training
18
12
6 p.m. MacArthur Senior Prom
6:30 p.m. DAHS Senior Prom
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Regents
9:30 a.m. Food Service
Committee Mtg @ LMEC
9:45 a.m. Summit Lane
Moving Up Day @ Wisdom
Gardiners Ave. Field Day
8:30 a.m. DAHS Career
Development Awards
Ceremony
9:30 a.m. Abbey Lane
Moving Up @ Wisdom
National PTA Convention
National PTA Convention
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9:45 a.m. East Broadway
Moving Up Day
25
Last Day of School
13
Abbey Lane/ East Broadway/
Lee Road Field Day
(Rain Dates)
Regents
Regents
6
7:45 a.m. DAHS SAT I & II
7 p.m. MacArthur Senior
Awards
17
Levittown A.M. Program
(LAMP) Ends
Levittown After School
Program (LAP) Ends
9:45 a.m. Lee Road
Moving Up Day
5
Regents
9:45 a.m. Northside
Moving Up Day
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SATURDAY
4
10
16
Regents
FRIDAY
7 p.m. DAHS Dance Recital
9
9:30 a.m. East Broadway
PTA Mtg
7 p.m. Abbey Lane Spring
Concert
7 p.m. Northside PTA
Installation Dinner
7:30 p.m. Lee Road PTA Mtg
7 p.m. GC Tech Graduation
@ Wisdom Lane
15
7:30 p.m. Wisdom Lane
8th Grade Awards
Flag Day
2
THURSDAY
26
20
Graduation
9:30 a.m. DAHS @ Hofstra
1 p.m. MacArthur
@ Hofstra
National PTA Convention
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3rd Elementary Marking
Period Report Cards Available
Online
4th Secondary Marking Period
Report Cards Available Online
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Adult Education Summer
Session Begins
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TRANSPORTATION
The Levittown School District transports nearly 4,032 students per day to
their instructional programs in public and private schools. Additionally, bus
service is provided for a wide range of co-curricular activities throughout the
school year.
Our transportation fleet consists of vans and buses. This fleet is inspected
and maintained on a rigorous schedule by our district mechanics. In addition,
all vehicles must be inspected by the Department of Transportation every six
months. All district buses are equipped with two-way radio communication.
This system has proven invaluable in both the operation of the fleet and in
public service to notify the appropriate agencies in the event of emergencies
requiring the dispatch of specialized aid vehicles.
School bus drivers have an annual review of their licenses. An annual
written test and road test are required, as well as safety refresher courses.
Drivers of school vehicles also receive an annual medical examination and
biennial physical performance test.
All related expenses associated with the Transportation Department,
including purchases of new equipment, are aided by the state of New York up
to 90 percent of cost.
The Board of Education will provide transportation to public and non-public
school students who reside designated distances from the school they attend in
accordance with the applicable section of the Education Law and rulings of the
Commissioner of Education.
Transportation will be provided as follows:
Grades K-5: Beyond 3/4 Mile
Grades 6-8: Beyond 3/4 Mile
Grades 9-12: Beyond 1 1/2 Miles
Out-of-District Transportation
Students who reside within the Levittown School District and who attend
non-public schools outside the district may be eligible for out-of-district transportation.
The required mileage from home to school must not exceed 15 miles.
Applications must be filed with the Transportation Department by the parent prior to
April 1, preceding the start of the school year. Additionally, parents of any non-public
school students establishing residency in the district after April 1 have 30 days to
request, in writing, the desired transportation.
If needed, a written request for late bus must be included. Late buses will be
provided only if there are at least five (5) requests per school to be maintained daily.
Specialized Transportation
Where there are significant health problems requiring specialized transportation, the
district may provide such service if the following conditions are met:
1. The form is obtained from school nurse.
2. The private physician supplies the district with a full diagnosis.
3. The form is returned to the school nurse.
4. The school physician and appropriate staff review the applications and
make a decision if transportation will be provided.
The primary concern of the Transportation Department is the safety of our children.
Parents are urged to observe courtesy and promptness. The Board of Education asks that
parents understand the following rules of conduct and help their children be observant
of them.
Help Us Help You....
1. Be at the bus stop five minutes prior to bus arrival.
2. Respect private property at all times.
3. Be seated and remain seated until the bus arrives at school.
4. DO NOT block the aisles with anything.
5. Obey the instructions of the driver and do not distract him/her.
6. Keep everything inside the bus windows.
7. DO NOT shout, push, shove or smoke.
8. DO NOT touch any part of the bus after leaving it.
9. When crossing, do so at least 15 feet ahead of the bus as the driver
holds traffic.
10. Watch the traffic when walking to and from the bus stop.
*No playdates are permitted or requests to be dropped off anywhere other
than your assigned bus stop at any time. This is for your child’s safety.
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SUNDAY
MONDAY
July 2015
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
2
SATURDAY
3
4
Independence Day
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
School Registration
Senior Citizens’ Services
Registration for all students takes place at Levittown Memorial
Education Center. Proof of residence must be established by presenting a
mortgage, deed or lease agreement and an affidavit of residency. Proof of
guardianship must also be presented at the time of registration.
Only children who will be five years old on or before December 1, 2014
may be registered. No exceptions.
For questions about registration, contact the department of pupil services
at 516-434-7058.
Senior citizens are a valuable part of the Levittown community.
Seniors are invited to free musical, theatrical and drama productions
when the admission fee is not used for fundraising purposes.
The Levittown Board of Education adopted a resolution approving
the county property tax exemption for senior citizens. A senior citizen
may be entitled to a partial exemption from school district taxes, up to 50
percent of the assessed valuation of their home.
Applications for a senior citizen tax exemption must be made annually
before May 1. If approved, the tax relief will be applied to real property
taxes for schools in the next year, beginning July 1. Residents who feel
they are qualified for exemption or who wish for further information
should contact:
Use of School Facilities
The public schools are centers of community life. Not-for-profit
organizations may use school facilities according to district regulations.
Applications and inquiries should be directed to the Department of Business
and Finance at 516-434-7007. Although the Board of Education encourages
community groups to use school facilities for civic, educational, cultural or
recreational purposes, school-sponsored activities will take precedence in
scheduling the use of school buildings or grounds.
Department of Assessment, County of Nassau
240 Old Country Road, Mineola, N.Y. 11501
Telephone: 516-571-2407
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