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The Applegram Lyndonville Central School District Lyndonville Central School District’s Web site has up-to-date information!! Please visit us at www.lyndonvillecsd.org Building a tradition of excellence...one student at a time. Contents: May 2013 Budget .......................... 2 The Property Tax Levy Limit 3 Propositions .................... 3 School Mandates .............. 4 Voter Qualifications........... 4 District efforts help tax levy 4 Board Candidates ............. 5 Anything Goes ................. 6 PD session provides safety lesson ........................... 6 School Safety Excellence Award ........................... 6 State championships for LCSD Academic Decathlon .......... 7 WGRZ Weather Machine ..... 7 National Honor Society....... 7 Calendar ........................ 8 Budget Dear Community Residents, A few weeks ago, I was standing in the hallway at dismissal chatting with a teacher. We were discussing the various changes and initiatives in education, and I remarked, “The only thing constant in life is change.” Whether it is state testing, new curriculum, teacher evaluations, tax caps, new special education requirements, safety guidelines or any other item from a long list, change is indeed constant. The 2013-14 budget that the Lyndonville Board of Education has approved for your consideration certainly reflects these changes, while at the same time preserving and enhancing existing programs. Our district has been diligent over the years in carefully monitoring expenses and making reductions that will not have a negative impact on the education we provide our students. We are currently experiencing savings from our campus and transportation consolidations and we expect to realize similar savings in this coming budget year. The budget for 2013-14 represents a 1 percent increase from last year’s budget, and the district will continue to make use of reserves and fund balances to offset the local share. The board also approved a 1 percent increase in the tax levy, which is 4 percentage points below our allowable limit by the tax levy cap. So, what are these changes and how have they been reflected in the proposed 2013-14 budget? Funding for curricular materials and training that will support the transition to the new Common Core Standards of Learning Careful consideration of needed safety updates and upgrades to improve school security Planning for computer-based testing as required by the New York State Department of Education Support for continued training and programs for the required principal and teacher evaluation systems This budget will also allow for the continued operation of our athletic and extracurricular programs, which, for many of our students, are integral parts of their education. We will also continue to share services and programs with Medina, not only in an effort to contain costs, but provide opportunities for our students. In addition, our district is currently enjoying the benefits of a $300,000 state grant that will be used to support and expand our college-readiness program Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID). We recently received a $5,000 award from Lowe’s to provide our physical education program with some additional updates. As we move forward, the district will continue to monitor and review grant opportunities as they become available, as well as other means of bringing in additional revenue to support our programs. Finally, this summer our district will embark on a strategic planning process to define what an education will and should look like here at Lyndonville. Given the mandates and directives that we are expected to comply with, it is vitally important that we maintain some local control over our programs. I would invite you to consider being part of this process, and to contact the school if you are interested. I thank you for taking the time to read this column, and encourage you to review the rest of this Applegram, as it will provide information and details on the proposed 2013-14 budget. Thank you for your continued support and best wishes for an enjoyable spring season. Jason Jason A. Smith Superintendent of Schools Letter from the Superintendent Budget Vote tuesday May 21, 1-9 p.M. peI LIBrary

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Page 1: Budget Applegram May 2013

The ApplegramLyndonville Central School District

Lyndonville Central School District’s Web site has

up-to-date information!!Please visit us at

www.lyndonvillecsd.org

Building a tradition of excellence...one student at a time.

Contents:

May 2013

Budget ..........................2

The Property Tax Levy Limit 3

Propositions ....................3

School Mandates ..............4

Voter Qualifications ...........4

District efforts help tax levy 4

Board Candidates .............5

Anything Goes .................6

PD session provides safety lesson ...........................6

School Safety Excellence Award ...........................6

State championships for LCSD Academic Decathlon ..........7

WGRZ Weather Machine .....7

National Honor Society .......7

Calendar ........................8

Budget

Dear Community Residents,

A few weeks ago, I was standing in the hallway at dismissal chatting with a teacher. We were discussing the various changes and initiatives in education, and I remarked, “The only thing constant in life is change.” Whether it is state testing, new curriculum, teacher evaluations, tax caps, new special education requirements, safety guidelines or any other item from a long list, change is indeed constant.

The 2013-14 budget that the Lyndonville Board of Education has approved for your consideration certainly reflects these changes, while at the same time preserving and enhancing existing programs. Our district has been diligent over the years in carefully monitoring expenses and making reductions that will not have a negative impact on the education we provide our students. We are currently experiencing savings from our campus and transportation consolidations and we expect to realize similar savings in this coming budget year.

The budget for 2013-14 represents a 1 percent increase from last year’s budget, and the district will continue to make use of reserves and fund balances to offset the local share. The board also approved a 1 percent increase in the tax levy, which is 4 percentage points below our allowable limit by the tax levy cap.

So, what are these changes and how have they been reflected in the proposed 2013-14 budget?

Funding for curricular materials and training that will support the transition to the new Common Core Standards of Learning

Careful consideration of needed safety updates and upgrades to improve school security

Planning for computer-based testing as required by the New York State Department of Education

Support for continued training and programs for the required principal and teacher evaluation systems

This budget will also allow for the continued operation of our athletic and extracurricular programs, which, for many of our students, are integral parts of their education. We will also continue to share services and programs with Medina, not only in an effort to contain costs, but provide opportunities for our students.

In addition, our district is currently enjoying the benefits of a $300,000 state grant that will be used to support and expand our college-readiness program Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID). We recently received a $5,000 award from Lowe’s to provide our physical education program with some additional updates. As we move forward, the district will continue to monitor and review grant opportunities as they become available, as well as other means of bringing in additional revenue to support our programs.

Finally, this summer our district will embark on a strategic planning process to define what an education will and should look like here at Lyndonville. Given the mandates and directives that we are expected to comply with, it is vitally important that we maintain some local control over our programs. I would invite you to consider being part of this process, and to contact the school if you are interested.

I thank you for taking the time to read this column, and encourage you to review the rest of this Applegram, as it will provide information and details on the proposed 2013-14 budget.

Thank you for your continued support and best wishes for an enjoyable spring season.

JasonJason A. SmithSuperintendent of Schools

Letter from the SuperintendentBudget Vote

tuesday

May 21, 1-9 p.M.

peI LIBrary

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Expenditure SummaryAdopted Budget

2012-13

Proposed Budget

2013-14Change

General Support:Board of Education expenses, Superintendent’s office, Business office, Treasurer, Building and Grounds, Data Processing, Legal, BOCES Administrative expenses.

$1,854,412 $1,828,458 ($25,954)

Instruction: Curriculum Development, Supervision, In-Service training, Instructional equipment and materials, Occupational Education (BOCES), Library Media, Guidance, Special Education, BOCES services, Health Services, Co-Curricular activities, Athletics.

$6,223,220 $6,035,492 ($187,728)

Transportation: Drivers and Monitors, Substitute Drivers, Contract Services – Management and Maintenance, Insurance, Repairs, Diesel/Gasoline, Garage equipment.

$515,110 $540,900 $25,790

Employee Benefits:Health Insurance, NYS Employee Retirement System (ERS), NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS), Social Security, Workers Compensation, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Unemployment Insurance.

$2,802,500 $3,175,150 $372,650

Debt Service:Construction Bonds – Principal and Interest.

$1,569,445 $1,514,250 ($55,195)

TOTAL: $12,964,687 $13,094,250 $129,563

-1.28% decrease

Three-Part Budget2012-13 2013-14 Change

Administrative $1,279,991 $1,334,287 $54,296

Program $9,044,408 $9,175,179 $130,771

Capital $2,640,288 $2,584,784 ($55,504)

TOTAL: $12,964,687 $13,094,250 $129,563

General Support

14%

Instruction47%

Employee Benefits 24%

Debt Service

11%

Transportation4%

Program 70.1%

Capital 19.7%

Administrative 10.2%

State aid and local school taxes generate the bulk of the district’s budget revenue. In the 2013-2014 school year, 58 percent of this income is expected to come from state aid, while 36 percent will be raised through school taxes and 5 percent from fund balances and reserves. The remaining income is derived from fund balances and reserves (4 percent), federal aid (0.3 percent) and miscellaneous sources (1.7 percent).

The majority of the budget, or approximately 47 percent, is spent on instruction costs, which include classroom instruction (regular and special education), occupational education, and media services. Employee benefits account for 24 percent of spending, followed by General Support expenses like school maintenance/improvement and administration at 14 percent, and debt service and interfund transfers at 11 percent. Transportation of district pupils accounts for 4 percent of the budget.

Revenue SummaryAdopted Budget

2012-13

Proposed Budget

2013-14Change

Tax Levy $4,620,374 $4,666,578 $46,204

State Aid $7,504,850 $7,573,257 $68,407

Federal Aid $40,000 $25,000 $(15,000)

Earned Revenues $219,463 $209,415 $(10,048)

Fund Balance $350,000 $350,000 -

Reserves $230,000 $270,000 $40,000

TOTAL: $12,964,687 $13,094,250 $129,563

State Aid 57.8%

Tax Levy 35.6%

Fund Balance and Reserves

4.7%

Other Revenue

1.6%Federal Aid 0.2%

Where your school dollars are spent…2013-14 Budget Expenses

2013-14 Budget Revenues Where your school dollars come from…

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In June 2011, New York State adopted a law which regulates annual increases in local government and school district property taxes. Political leaders have referred to this legislation as a 2 percent tax cap but it is much more complicated than a stagnant number.

If there is a statewide tax cap, how can numbers vary from district to district? Legislation signed into law in June 2011 requires districts to calculate their own tax levy limits annually. Referred to by political leaders as the 2 percent tax cap, the law actually requires use of a somewhat complicated eight-step formula based on several factors. The calculation provides different levels of levy growth for each district and municipality. Very few districts will have a calculated rate at exactly 2 percent.

What is Lyndonville’s maximum allowable tax levy increase?Lyndonville’s maximum allowable tax levy increase is 5.61 percent.

Why is the tax cap calculation more than 2 percent?There are two primary reasons that the calculation is more than 2 percent. Lyndonville did not impose the full allowed tax levy in 2012-13. Districts are allowed to carry over the unused portion in their 2013-14 calculation. Also, growth in retirement

Proposition #12013-14 LCSD Budget

To approve the 2013-14 budget of the Lyndonville Central School District, Orleans County, New York, for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014, as presented by the Lyndonville Board of Education as set forth showing expenditures of $13,094,250 and to levy the necessary taxes.

Proposition #2Board Member Elections

To elect three at-large members of the Board of Education for three-year terms commencing July 1, 2013 and expiring on June 30, 2016 to fill the seats currently held by Thomas Klotzbach, Tara Neace and Terry Stinson, whose terms expire on June 30, 2013 and one at-large member of the Board of Education for one two-year term commencing July 1, 2013 and expiring on June 30, 2015 to fill the seat of William Jurinich who resigned on Dec. 10, 2012 .

Public Budget HearingMonday, May 13, 7 p.m.

L. A. Webber School Library

The Property Tax Levy Limit

Lyndonville CSD Propositions

Proposition #3Board Reduction

To reduce the size of the Board of Education from nine members to seven members effective July 1, 2014.

Proposition #4Yates Community Library

To authorize an increase of the tax to support the Yates Community Library from $80,886 to $82,500 annually and to levy a tax and pay over such increased amount to the Trustees of the Yates Community Library.

Proposition #5Establish Transportation Vehicle Reserve Fund

To establish a capital reserve fund, Transportation Vehicle Reserve Fund 2013, to purchase vehicles to be used in the transportation program of the district. The ultimate amount of such fund shall be no greater than $460,000 plus interest earned thereon. The

probable term of the fund shall be not longer than July 1, 2021. The source of the monies for the fund shall be the sum of the remaining balance in the Transportation Vehicle Reserve Fund 2008 (approximately $66,500), transfer from the Insurance Reserve ($200,000) and the unappropriated fund balance of the district ($193,500).

Proposition #6Purchase Transportation

VehiclesTo authorize the purchase of one 66-passenger school bus for use in the transportation program of the district, at a maximum estimated cost of $98,000 and a passenger van at a maximum estimated cost of $28,000, and that the sum of $126,000 shall be expended from the district’s Transportation Vehicle Reserve Fund 2013, which fund is contingent upon authorization by the voters.

system contributions in excess of 2 percentage points are considered an exclusion from the tax cap. This exclusion helps districts deal with costs that they do not have much control over. In 2013-14, the Teacher Retirement System rate increased from 11.84 percent to 16.25 percent (4.41 percentage points), so 2.41 percent is excluded.

What is the proposed tax levy increase for 2013-14?Based on direction from the Lyndonville Board of Education to keep the levy at or below 2 percent, the proposed 2013-14 budget includes a 1 percent increase in the school tax levy.

Why did the Board of Education adopt a tax levy amount lower than the maximum allowable tax levy limit?Despite the formula suggesting a higher limit, LCSD has relieved a portion of the financial burden on residents by making fiscally-responsible decisions such as moving to one campus with one bus run and energy efficient adjustments such as temperature regulation. The district has also been prudent in searching for outside funding including grants.

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School MandatesIn the budget development process, the district faces many changing requirements that impact the decisions we make and the way we allocate funds. It is important to be aware of these changes, and how they influence the finances and focus of the Lyndonville District:

•Grades 3-8 and Regents exam testing, scoring, analysis and mailings to parents/ guardians in conjunction with No Child Left Behind and NYS graduation requirements.

•Annual Professional Performance Reviews for teachers and principals, including the creation of a district APPR plan outlining formal review procedures, criteria for and methods of assessment and how the district will provide training for reviewers.

•Common Core Standards adoption, implementation and realignment of existing curriculum.

•Special education mandates, including Individualized Education Plans, specialized instruction by appropriately certified professionals and related service providers, CSE chairperson, 504 plans and more.

•Provision of special education services to students with disabilities who are enrolled by their parents in private and/or charter schools.

•Transportation of students with disabilities to their programs (up to 50 miles); of private school and charter school students (up to 15 miles); and of homeless students to current or prior district (parental choice).

•Sex offender notifications, pursuant to “Megan’s Law.”

•Maintenance of a health record (including dental health) for every student.

•Required collection and reporting (to state Dept. of Health) of students’ Body Mass Indexes, including screening for eating disorders.

•Availability of and staff training for Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) in school facilities.

Board Elections 2013The annual election of members to the Board of Education will take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, from 1-9 p.m. in the PEI Library (formerly the Academic Center). The Lyndonville Central School District has three Board of Education members whose terms are expiring in June 2013 and one whose term expires in June 2015. Candidates will introduce themselves at the public budget hearing Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m.

Meet the Candidates:

Lyndonville Central School District is committed to providing a quality education to its students. In order to do so in a fiscally responsible way, the district has sought funding through grants for various programs.

In 2012-13, LCSD received a Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant of $5,000 to be used towards an outdoor sports equipment storage unit as part of Project Adventure.

Additionally, Lyndonville is being awarded funds from 2012-15 through a School District Improvement Competitive Grant funded by the New York State Education Department. This grant is helping fund the Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) program.

Throughout the year, district administration seized opportunities to meet with lawmakers and public officials to advocate for new grant funding. LCSD administration worked to convey the needs of the district to those making legislative decisions.

The district was also diligent in providing professional development opportunities to teachers and staff on new state policies and procedures, such as the Common Core State Standards, the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) and the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA).

LCSD will review its procedures and policies this summer while forming a three- to five-year strategic plan. In this planning process, the district will take into account strategies and opportunities that will be cost-effective while accomplishing the goal of preparing Lyndonville students for college and career.

District efforts help reduce tax levy

Michelle Dillenbeck11 Miller Dr.Lyndonville, NY 14098

Employment/Professional Membership:

Secretary-Lyndonville Baseball League 2012, 1997 graduate of Lyndonville Central School and 2001 graduate of Nazareth College of Rochester: BA English Literature, Education

Certifications in Elementary Education (PK-6), Special Education (K-12); Lyndonville Central School District Special Education teacher (2001-03) and volleyball coach (2001-05); heavily involved in the organization and management of the Sports Booster’s program at LCS from 2001-07, current volunteer as a program leader for the Bible Kids club program at Oak Orchard Assembly of God

What motivates you to run for the Lyndonville School Board of Education?

Over the past few years, changes brought about in New York State concerning the education of our students and funding of our schools, amid a very weakened economy, has left many districts our size facing the prospect of closing. It is with this fear in mind that I am running for a seat on the school board. I have been involved in the Lyndonville School District in various aspects all of my life: as a student, employee, coach, volunteer and

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now the parent of four (soon-to-be five) children who will attend this district. It is important to me that we continue to find creative ways to manage our school budget in a responsible way, while continuing to provide the highest level of educational experiences. Everyone should have a voice. The climate of our school is dependent upon transparency, and the ability of our teachers, administrators, board members, parents, and community members to work collectively to make decisions that promote a sense of accomplishment and pride, and an attitude of success within our district. Lyndonville’s history of graduating well-rounded, prepared students who go on to pursue successful careers and occupations is something we all should be proud of. I chose to return to this community to work and raise my family because of the intimate experience it provides. In Lyndonville, you are not a face in a crowd; you are an active participant in a community. Being part of that community is a valuable education in itself, and I would be proud to represent those in that community through service on the school board.

James Moody173 South Main St.Lyndonville, NY 14098

Professional Membership:

Three-and-one-half years as a Board member (January- June 2013 by special appointment), Facilities sub-committee member for three-and-one-half years

What motivates you to run for the Lyndonville School Board of Education?

I have a dear passion to serve our children and their families through our educational system. My insight, care and desire to support children, teachers and staff drive me to continue on the Board of Education. I ask for your support and vote on May 21. Thank you!

Tara Neace218 North Main St.Lyndonville, NY 14098

Employment/Professional Membership:

Lyndonville Central School Board of Education member for six years, Bar-Lyn Youth Football, Inc. six years (Secretary- three years, President- three years), Medina Football LOYAL Director of Fundraising (newly appointed)

What motivates you to run for the Lyndonville School Board of Education?

In the six years that I have served on the Lyndonville Central School Board of Education, the Board of Education has implemented numerous changes that were necessary to be fiscally prudent as well as continue the academic and extracurricular opportunities for our children. The Board of Education has made strides by creative problem solving that have proven to be cost effective with our tax payers, while providing the students with the best educational experience that the school district can offer under these economically challenging times. I want to make sure that the LCS Board of Education continues its endeavor of sharing academic and athletic opportunities with Medina and Orleans/Niagara BOCES. It is for these reasons that I want to be re-elected to serve on the LCS Board of Education and collaboratively work to maintain the success of student achievement at LCS.

Terry Stinson10816 Millers Rd.Lyndonville, NY 14098

Professional Membership:

Completing first three-year term as a member of the Board of Education, Former Lyndonville Methodist Church Sunday School Superintendent and Director for the Kids of the Kingdom Youth Group for Grades K-6.

What motivates you to run for the Lyndonville School Board of Education?

It has been a privilege and honor over the past three years to have served our community. I have always felt that our greatest wealth has been our children. I strongly believe that as a community, we have a lot to be proud of. Surely we meet obstacles along the way. We may stumble and fall, but who in the path of life does not? Is that not what we learn from? Is that not what makes us stronger and more determined to succeed? My motivation to run for another term is simple: the children! Not just my own, but those of the community also. I hope to be privileged for another three years to work towards allowing them every opportunity while staying fiscally responsible. And the next time you see one of our students or a staff member please let them know… job well done! We all need a little encouragement in our travels!

Harold Suhr1529 N. Lyndonville Rd.Lyndonville, NY 14098

Professional Membership:

Three years previous experience as a Lyndonville Board of Education member, two years on the Orleans County School Board, vice president of the NYS Youth Football Association, chairman of Niagara/Orleans Football Association, owner of Lyndonville Tigers semi-pro football organization, nationally certified administrator through National Alliance for Youth Sports, certified EMT/Hazmat Incident Commander, owner of White Birch Golf Course, retired millwright from General Motors, former varsity football/wrestling/baseball coach, former varsity and college baseball referee for 30 years, former JV and varsity girls basketball referee for 15 years, former Orleans County Mounted Division Sheriff’s Deputy, member of the Rochester Products Fire Brigade

What motivates you to run for the Lyndonville School Board of Education?

I am motivated to run for the Lyndonville School Board of Education in order to reunite the school and the community. While doing this, we can work together to strengthen Lyndonville so it can achieve its fullest potential. I feel strongly about serving the community in this capacity. I have a broad range of experiences that allows me to approach the changing needs of our educational system with an open mind and a new perspective. I am a 54-year resident of the school district and a proud graduate of Lyndonville. My children and grandchildren have also attended the school and are directly impacted by the decisions the board makes. My goal is to help our educational system prepare students to become valuable members of our community. We need to prepare students for a successful life and do so in a way that allows them to enjoy their elementary and high school experiences. I believe we need a hands-on approach to learning that is less driven by standardized testing. I am motivated to make Lyndonville excel by emphasizing character and discipline to frame education. We need to embrace our small community and treat students as individuals, while providing a solid educational base. I would be honored to represent the voters in our community by serving on the Lyndonville School Board.

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LCSD earns School Safety Excellence

Award Lyndonville Central School District is one of 121 school districts and Board of Cooperative Educational Services in the state to receive the “2013 School Safety Excellence Award” from the Utica National Insurance Group.

This is the sixth straight year the district received this award. LCSD was honored as a titanium level recipient – the highest level of the program.

Utica National’s School Safety Excellence Award Program helps participating schools enhance overall safety through measurable assessment. The program evaluated Lyndonville based on 19 categories, from bullying prevention to playground safety, with specific, quantifiable data-gathering surveys.

PD session provides safety lessonAfter students were excused early on March 6, teachers, staff and administrators were put on the learning end of a valuable lesson on school safety.

Emergency Management Sergeant Tom Kelly and New York State Trooper John Campanella presented a professional development session on school safety to a large group in the Stroyan Auditorium.

The two officers, with a combined 53 years in law enforcement, covered many topics in the presentation including protocols and processes for situations such as lockouts, lockdowns, sheltering in place and evacuation.

Sergeant Kelly visits schools to ensure there is an up-to-date emergency plan in place. He recently reviewed Lyndonville’s plan, which was created by Orleans-Niagara BOCES, and was impressed.

“The administration here has a top notch plan in place,” said Sergeant Kelly. “All legislation for the Safe School Plan is in place. You have all the tools you need to respond to an emergency.”

Sergeant Kelly also reiterated the importance of wearing school identification at all times when in the district.

“These IDs help identify staff members and assist police and emergency responders,” said Sergeant Kelly. “Just wearing the ID does not mean that police wouldn’t stop the person to question their intent but it will help expedite the process.”

The officers also answered questions from those attending and gave examples of situations they experienced first hand.

ANYTHINGGOES

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Back-to-back state championships for LCSD

Academic Decathlon Nine members of the Lyndonville Academic Decathlon team defended the state title on March 15 and 16. The team, led by Paula Reimann, was successful and earned a second consecutive small school state championship.

Lyndonville earned 17 medals at the 2013 state competition at Onondaga Community College in Syracuse.

Jamie Tombari won a medal in five different categories, the most by a LCSD student. Cole Heideman brought four medals back to Lyndonville while Jessica Czechowicz was a three-category medalist. Dakota Froman and Zac Karp each won two medals. Sandra Clemens, Jeremy Foss, Jordyn Smith and Amanda Sullivan each captured an individual medal as well.

“We have established ourselves as a model program for small school participation at the national and state levels,” said Reimann. “Our students gain study skills, confidence, and learning strategies through this program.”

WGRZ Meteorologist Andy Parker made a recent visit to the Stroyan Auditorium and brought his Weather Machine with him. Parker entertained and educated PEI students on various forms of weather and data collecting instruments.

Lyndonville won the visit as part of Parker’s Weather Machine contest. Each school year, schools are encouraged to participate in the online-based contest through voting with a daily weather word. Lyndonville ultimately became the March winner after participating in earlier contests.

The Weather Machine has grown into a large capsule that has the ability to emulate sun, wind, tornados and fog. Parker used student volunteers for many of his demonstrations, allowing participants to touch a tornado or practically disappear behind fog.

Parker also brought a weather balloon with him and used four students to help inflate the massive data collecting inflatable. Once enlarged, the balloon was able to be bounced around the crowd, allowing many students to partake in the fun. Parker also went into the audience with a machine that created a cloud-like vapor and gave students an opportunity to hold a cloud.

To finish off the demonstrations, Parker brought out a vandagraph for an electrifying demonstration. Two Lyndonville students were able to pass an electrical charge between their fingertips and an additional two students had a hair-raising experience on stage.

(front, l-r) Kaitlyn Albone, Kirsten Nice, Haley Wetherbee, Chelsey Silversmith, Swantje Lagediek, Jenna Castricone, Fauzia Aajan, Leann Balcerzak, Hannah Albone (back, l-r) Jacob Wachob, Justin Edwards, Jordyn Smith, Renae Sentiff, Rebekah Hoffee, Nicole Heye, Jessica Czechowicz, Masson Bayne, Michaela Hejdukovà

NHS Class of 2013Congratulations to the 18 new inductees of the

Lyndonville chapter of the National Honor Society!

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Non-Profit Organization

Permit #6

U.S. Postage PaidMiddleport, NY 14105

Lyndonville Central SchoolLyndonville, NY 14098-0540

ECRWSSPostal Customer

CalendarMay

10 NHS May Dance, Grades 7-12 Vocal Solo Festival, Albion

13 Board of Education Meeting/ Budget Hearing ............................... 7 p.m.

21 Budget Vote/Board Elections ............. 1-9 p.m. Grades 7-8 Spring Concert .................. 7 p.m.

23 County Top Ten Reception, Hickory Ridge

24 35-Week PEI Awards Assembly

27 Memorial Day Observance – No School

28 Solo Festival, Hilton

30 High School Spring Concert ................. 7 p.m.

June5 Grades 4-6 Spring Concert Assembly ...... 1 p.m.

8 Junior/Senior Prom, White Birch .......... 8 p.m.

10 Board of Education meeting ................ 7 p.m.

11-14 Regents Exams

12 Lion’s Club Top Ten Dinner

16 Baccalaureate

17-20 Regents Exams

20 Last Day of School for Students

21 End of Fourth Quarter Graduation .................................... 7 p.m.

Board of EducationEdward Urbanik, President

Christina Feldman, Vice President

Susan Hrovat

Thomas Klotzbach

Theodore Lewis

James Moody

Richard Mufford

Tara Neace

Terry Stinson

Jason SmithSuperintendent

of Schools

John WolskiSchool Business Administrator

Patrick WhippleElementary Principal/

Director of Pupil Services

Aaron SlackMiddle-High School Principal

Anne Marie HollandDirector of Special Programs,

Staff Development and CSE Chair

Budget Vote: May 21, 2013Voter Qualifications

In order to vote you must be:

a United States citizen

at least 18 years of age, and a resident of the Lyndonville Central School District

living in the school district for at least 30 days prior to the vote

Absentee BallotsResidents unable to vote because of disabilities, illness, travel, or other reasons listed as valid under election law, may request applications for absentee ballots by contacting the district clerk at 765-3101 or in person at our administrative offices located at 25 Housel Avenue. The district must receive applications at least seven days before the vote on May 21, if the resident would like to receive the ballot by mail.

Residents who wish to pick up their absentee ballots in person may apply through May 16. In all cases, the ballot must be returned to our administrative offices no later than 5 p.m. on May 21. Ballots received later than this cannot be accepted under NYS Education Law, regardless of the postmarked date.

Proof of ResidenceAll prospective voters must be prepared to provide one proof of residency. Proof may include, but is not limited to, a driver’s license, a non-driver’s license identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Each voter will also be required to sign his or her name and address.

For more information: Budget information is available on the district web site at www.lyndonvillecsd.org/budget.