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Huntington School District2016-2017 Calendar & Directory

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O u r M i s s i o nRecognizing the strengths of our district’s traditions, its history of community support, the diversity of our population and our commitment to educational excellence, the mission of the Huntington Union Free School District is to educate students by effectively teaching an enriched body of knowledge through the active participation of all students, building upon their unique talents and abilities to produce creative, self-assured, responsible citizens who are capable of critical thought and action.

Dear Resident:

It is with great pleasure and a sense of excitement that I welcome you to the 2016-2017 school year! There will surely be so many wonderful things occurring in our schools this year and I look forward to sharing in these ongoing experiences with students, staff, parents and community members.

The Huntington School District has a storied history. It is rich with tradition and has earned its reputation for offering strong and broad-ranging curricula in all disciplines, as well as extensive and high quality extracurricular opportunities. All have served as and remain a source of pride within the community. This year, our dedicated and concerned administrators, teachers, and support staff will continue working collegially to help our students excel academically, socially and emotionally, while promoting their growth as well rounded school and community citizens.

This calendar emphasizes the critical nature of communication within the school community and signifies the partnership that exists between home and school. Please take the time to review its contents. It is my genuine hope that you will elect to attend some or many of the events and activities to be held throughout the year. These events offer residents a broad range of opportunities to experience the hard work and achievements of our students, staff and schools, and will also provide a source of enjoyment. Additionally, please take note of the additional information presented within the calendar, including a district directory, registration and academic requirements, and highlights of various policies and the multitude of services and programs offered throughout the district. Up-to-date news on district and school occurrences will continue to be posted daily on our website(www.hufsd.edu) and on our Facebook and Twitter pages, both of which can be accessed from the website (main page, lower left). Also linked to the website is an interactive version of this calendar, which will reflect any added events or postponements. Events upcoming as per the interactive calendar are shown in the box in the lower right corner of the website’s main page.

I strongly encourage you to visit any and all of our sites routinely. As always, do not hesitate to communicate questions to personnel within our buildings or district offices.

Again, I look forward to seeing many of you in the coming weeks. Please accept my sincerest wishes for an outstanding school year!

Sincerely,

James W. Polansky Superintendent of Schools

3School abbreviations: FH: Flower Hill JE: Jefferson SD: Southdown WA: Washington JAS: Jack Abrams STEM Magnet WH: Woodhull FMS: Finley Middle School HHS: Huntington High School

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HS Marching Band Family Show @FMS 2PM

BOE Mtg. 7:00PM

JV & V FB 1st Practice 7-10AM & 4-8PMHHS Sports Requals. 9-11AMHBDMB Training Camp @FMS

HHS Fall Sports Try-outs Begin 7:30-10AM (FB 8/15)HHS Sports Requals. 7-11AMHBDMB Camp @FMS

HBDMB Training Camp @FMS

HHS Sports Requals. 7-11AMHBDMB Camp @FMSBand Parent Mtg. LGI FMS

HHS Senior Portraits 9:30AM–3:30PM LibraryWA Kindergarten Social 10:00AM-11:30AM


HBDMB Camp @FMS

FMS Sports Requals 9AM-1PMJE K SocialHHS Senior Portraits 9:30AM–3:30PM LibraryGr. 9 Orientation 9:30AM-11:30AM@HHS

Mandatory JV &VAR FB Mtg. 7:30AMHS Sports Physicals 8AMHHS Sport Requals. (FB only) 9-11AM


HBDMB Camp @FMS HBDMB Camp @FMS HBDMB Camp @FMS

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

August 2016

BOE Mtg. 7:00PM HHS Senior Portraits 9:30AM–3:30PM LibraryNew Teacher Orientation

JULY 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

SEPTEMBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30


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September 2016

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ACT (not @HHS)

Patrick Hannon Memorial Softball Game 11AM @HHS

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HHS Senior Portraits 9:30AM–3:30PM Library

FH/JE/SD/WA Block Party 6PM

WA Class Parent Mtg. 3PMHHS Grades 9-11 and Staff PortraitsFH/JE/SD/WA Block Party Rain Date

JAS Picture Day

HHS Float Night 6-11PMHHS Pep Rally SD Book Fair

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FMS Sports Requals 9AM-1PMHHS Senior Portraits 9:30AM–3:30PM LibraryFMS Orientation Gr. 7 - 9-11AMGr. 8 - 12-2PM

FMS Sports Tryout info. & requalifications during lunchFMS Sports Tryouts 3-5:30PMWH PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

SEPTA Mtg. 10AMJAS Greenkill Parent Mtg. 6PMJAS Meet the Teacher 7PMHHS Grades 9-11 and Staff Portraits

JE Class Parent Tea 10AMHHS Homecoming Dance 6-9PMFMS Meet the Teacher 7PMSD Book Fair

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First Day for StudentsFMS Sports Tryout Info. & Requalifications during lunchFMS FB Tryouts begin 3-5:30PM

Adult Education Registration 6-9PM @HHS JE/WA PTA Mtg. 7PMSD PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

WH Greenkill Parent Mtg. 6PMWH Gr. 6 Meet the Teacher 7PMFMS PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

JE Parent Workshop 6:30PMSD Book FairWA Picture Day

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Superintendent’s Conference DayFMS Sports Physicals 8AMHHS Staff PhotosFH/JE/SD/WA Visitation 1-2PMJAS/WH Visitation 2-3PM

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMBand Parent Mtg. 7:30PM @HHS

WH Gr. 5 Meet the Teacher 7PMHHS PTSA Mtg. 7:30PM

FH PTA Mtg. 7PMHHS Meet the Teacher 7PM

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Labor DaySchools Closed

District Offices Closed

BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

JAS PTA Mtg. 7PM

BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

FH Miss Chocolate BeginsAdult Ed. Classes Begin

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

SD K SocialHHS Senior Parent Guidance Night 7PM Auditorium

AUGUST 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

OCTOBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

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FH K-1 Social 6PMJE Family Fun Night 7PMK-6 1st Qtr. Marking Period Ends

Yom KippurSchools Closed

District Offices Open

Rosh HashanahSchools Closed


Rosh HashanahSchools Closed


School abbreviations: FH: Flower Hill JE: Jefferson SD: Southdown WA: Washington JAS: Jack Abrams STEM Magnet WH: Woodhull FMS: Finley Middle School HHS: Huntington High School

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NYS Marching Band Championship Syracuse, NY


October 2016

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District-wide Homecoming Parade 11:30AMHomecoming Football Game 2PM SAT (not @HHS)

PSAT @HHS

ACT @HHS

NYS Marching Band Championship Syracuse, NY

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Ken Gilbert Scholarship Concert 7:30PM@HHSHHS Senior Portrait make-ups during school dayFMS Gr. 8 Picture DayFMS/HHS 1st Qtr. Progress Report Period Ends

JE Picture DaySD Harvest Fest

JE Kindergarten Harvest FestivalSD Harvest Fest rain dateWH Family Fun Night 7PM

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Grds. K-2 Meet the Teacher 7PM

HHS Gr. 11 Student & Parent Guidance Night 7PM Auditorium FH Picture DayFMS Gr. 7 Picture DayHHS Senior Portrait make-ups during school day

JE PTA Mtg. 9:45AMBand Parent Mtg. 7:30PM @HHSHHS Blood Drive

SEPTA Mtg. 10AMJAS Open House/Technology Night 7PMWH Picture Day

HHS Mini College Day Grds. 11&12 Periods 2&3HHS Gr. 9 Parent Guidance Night 7PM AuditoriumSD Picture Day

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Grds. 3-4 Meet the Teacher 7PMHHS Senior Portrait make-ups during school day

HHS Science Honor Society Induction 6:30PMHHS PTSA 7:30PM SD Math Night WH Picture Day

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMAIE Fundraiser 6PMSD Gr. 4 Halloween Dance

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PTA Council Mtg. 9:45AM

AWOD Training 2:30-7PM @HHSHHS Financial Aid Night 7PM FMS/HHS 1st Qtr. Progress Reports Posted

K-12 ENL Parent Mtg. 6:30-8PM@JASFH PTA Mtg. 7PM

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Columbus DaySchools Closed


BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

FMS PTA 7:30PMJE Harvest Fest rain date

DISABILITY AWARENESS MONTHBREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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K-4 Costume ParadesFH Fall Festival

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SEPTEMBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

NOVEMBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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HHS PRIDE Awards (English)

2:30PM Rm 140NYSCAME All County Rehearsal @ Northport 3-9PMJAS PTA Mtg. 7PMWA Book Fair


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November 2016

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SAT @HHSHHS Fall Drama Production 2PM & 7:30PM

Mock ACT Grades 10 & 11 8:45AM @HHS

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HHS Fall Drama Production 7:30PM

Veterans’ DaySchools Closed


NYSCAME All County Rehearsal@ Northport

9AM-1PM & Concert 7:30PMWA Multicultural Night 7PMFMS Picture retakeK-6 Food Drive EndsWA Book Fair

Thanksgiving RecessSchools Closed


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HHS Senior Group Photo 7AM@HHS GymHHS Open House 11AMJAS Parent Workshop 7PM

K-6 Early DismissalFH Picture RetakeFH Miss Chocolate Pick up 3:30-5:30PMFMS/HHS 1st Qtr. Marking Period Ends

Thanksgiving DaySchools Closed


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HHS Social Studies Honor Society Induction 7PMWA PTA Mtg. 7PMJE/SD PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

K-6 Early Dismissal Parent/Teacher Day & Evening ConferencesHHS Gr. 10 Student & Parent Guidance Night 7PMJE CPK Give Back All Day

FMS Gr. 7 Parent Guidance Night 7PM LGI HHS National Honor Society Induction 7PM

District-Wide Emergency Drill (15 minutes early dismissal)

FH Parent Workshop JE Book Fair

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PTA Council Mtg. 9:45AMWH PTA Mtg. 7:30PMK-6 Food Drive Begins

Superintendent’s Conference DayParent/Teacher ConferencesElection Day

Schools Closed

FMS/HHS Fundraiser Band Parent Mtg. 7:30PM@HHSWH Book Fair WH Parent Workshop

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMSEPTA Mtg. 7:30PM

JE Arts/Literature 6-8PMFH PTA Mtg. 7PMJAS Gr. 6 Invention ConventionJE Book FairJE Holiday Boutique

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FMS Winter I Sports Tryouts Begin 3-5PMJAS Family NightNYSCAME All County Rehearsal @ Connetquot 3-7pmHHS Grds. 9-11 & Staff Portraits make-ups

BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

HHS Winter Sports Tryouts Begin

FMS/HHS 1st Qtr. Report Cards Posted

K-6 Toy & Coat Drive Begins

DECEMBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

OCTOBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31


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NYSSMA All State Winter Conference Rochester, NY

Christmas Day


December 2016

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SAT (not @HHS)NYSSMA All State Winter Conference Rochester, NY

ACT @HHS

Christmas Eve

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NYSSMA All State Winter Conference Rochester, NY

WA Movie Night 7PMK-6 Toy & Coat Drive Ends

JAS SongfestFMS/HHS 2nd Qtr. Progress Report Period Ends

FH /WA Songfest FMS/HHS 2nd Qtr. Progress Reports Posted

Winter RecessSchools Closed


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HHS Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8PMNYSSMA All State Winter Conference Rochester, NY

JE PTA Mtg. 9:45AMFMS Parent Teacher Conferences 4-8PM

HHS PRIDE Awards (Music & Art) 2:30PM Rm 140FMS Winter Concert 7:30PM @HHS



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SD PTA Mtg. 9:45AMMock ACT Score Distribution Night 7PM @HHS FH Winter WorkshopHHS National English Honor Society Book Drive beginsWH Picture retake

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMGr. 5 Winter Concert 7:30PM@HHS



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PTA Council Mtg. 9:45AMDL K Parent Mtg. 6:30-8PM @JASFMS Gr. 6 Parent Guidance Night 7PM LGI

WH PTA Mtg. 9:45AMJE Zumbathon 7PMGr. 6 Winter Concert 7:30PM@HHS

HHS Orchestra & Chorus Winter Concert 7:30PM@HHS JE/SD Songfest



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HHS National English Honor Society Induction 7PMSD Guys Night Out

BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

Band Parent Mtg. 7:30PM @HHSHHS National English Honor Society Book Drive ends



JANUARY 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

NOVEMBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30


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New Year’s Day

LISFA Elem. Festival @ SmithtownHBDMB Banquet

LISFA Chamber Festival @Stony Brook University

LISFA Secondary Festival @Ward Melville HS


January 2017

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LISFA Elem. Festival @ Smithtown

SAT (not @HHS)LISFA Secondary Festival @Ward Melville HS

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JE/WA Bingo Night 7PMSEPTA Grants Due

LISFA Elem. Festival @ Smithtown

HHS In-class MidtermsFH Grds. 2-3 Social 6PM

Regents Exams (no HHS classes)

JAS PARP EndsLISFA Secondary Festival @Ward Melville HSK-6 2nd Qtr. Marking Period EndsFMS/HHS 2nd Qtr. Marking Period Ends

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JE PTA Mtg. 9:45AMSEPTA Mtg. 10AMHHS Math Honor Society Induction 7PM

HHS Blood Drive JAS Gr. 4 Science Fair

HHS In-class MidtermsHHS PRIDE Awards (Foreign Lang./ESL) 2:30PM Rm 140Tri-M Music Honor Society Induction 7:30PM@HHS Rm140

Regents Exams (no HHS classes)FMS/HHS PTSA Mtg. 7:30PM@HHSSD Grds. 1-3 Social

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Gr. 8 Orientation 6:30PM @ HHS WA PTA Mtg. 7PMSD PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

HHS In-class MidtermsSD Family Fitness Night

Regents Exams (no HHS classes)Meet the Instruments Gr. 3 in schoolParent Meet the Instruments Mtg. 7:30PM@HHS

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PTA Council Mtg. 9:45AMWH PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

HHS In-class MidtermsJAS PTA Mtg. 7PMWH Family Fun Night 7PMSD Community Read-In-DaySD PARP Begins

Regents Exams (no HHS classes)PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AM

FH PTA Mtg. 7PM

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BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

JAS PARP Begins

Martin Luther King DaySchools Closed


HHS In-class MidtermsFMS Winter 2 Sports Tryouts

WA PARP Begins

FEBRUARY 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

DECEMBER 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

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FH Talent Show 7PMJE Princess Ball 7PMWA My Guy Dance 7PMSD Sweetheart Dance


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Band Parents Pancake Breakfast


February 2017

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WH Play 5PM

ACT (not @HHS)

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WH Play 7PM

Greenkill Trip Gr. 6HHS Spelling Bee Finals (periods 7-9) WA Jammin in the Gym

Mid-Winter RecessSchools Closed


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HFEE Gala 6:30PM @Oheka CastleHHS National History Day Awards 7PM

SEPTA Mtg. 7:30PM

Greenkill Trip Gr. 6HHS PRIDE Awards (Science) 2:30PM Rm 140



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JE PTA Mtg. 7:30PMSD Bingo Night

Adult Ed. Registration 6-9PM @HHSK-6 2nd Qtr. Report Cards Distributed

Greenkill Trip Gr. 6HHS Winter Concert 7:30PMAdult Ed. Reg. snow date



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PTA Council Mtg. 7PMSD PARP Ends

Greenkill Trip Gr. 6



PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMHHS Art Honor Society Induction 7:30PM cafeteria

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BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

FMS/HHS 2nd Qtr. Report Cards Posted

Presidents’ DaySchools Closed


Budget/BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

Adult Ed. Classes Begin

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

MARCH 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

JANUARY 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31


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SCMEA All County Festival Div. I & II Concerts

Senior Pops Concert 2PM @HHS


March 2017

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SCMEA All County Festival Rehearsals

SAT (not @HHS)SCMEA All County Rehearsals & Div. III Concert

District Band Fest 9AM-4PM @HHS FMS Musical 7:30PM

AWOD Training 8AM-1PM@HHS

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HHS K-Factor 7PM WA Boys NightFMS/HHS 3rd Qtr. Progress Report Period Ends

FH Bingo Night 6:30PMJE Pasta Night SCMEA All County Festival Rehearsals

FMS Musical 7:30PM

JE PARP FinaleWH March Madness 7PM@HHS

NYS 3-8 ELA Assessments NYSSMA Jazz FestivalHHS Musical 7:30PMFMS/HHS 3rd Qtr. Marking Period Ends

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JE PARP Kickoff

SEPTA Mtg. 10AMFMS Honors Ensemble @HHSJAS Family Night

HHS Mini College Day Gr. 11 Periods 2&3FMS/HHS PTSA Mtg. 7:30PM @FMS

HHS PRIDE Awards (Social Studies) 2:30PM Rm 140FMS 6th Grade Parent Info. Night 7PM

NYS 3-8 ELA Assessments

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JE/SD PTA Mtg. 9:45AMWA PTA Mtg. 7PMFH PARP Begins

FH/JE/SD/WA Gr. 4 Science FairWA Book Fair

WH Science Fair

JAS Gr. 3 Engineering Design Night

NYS 3-8 ELA AssessmentsJAS PTA Mtg. 7PM

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PTA Council Mtg. 9:45AMWH PTA Mtg. 7:30PMWA Book Fair

Band Parent Mtg. 7:30PM @HHS

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMK-12 ENL Parent Mtg. 6:30-8PM @JAS

NYS 3-8 ELA Assessments FH PTA Mtg. 7PM

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BOE Extended Budget Workshop 7:30PM

HHS Spring Sports Tryouts Begin


FMS/HHS 3rd Qtr. Progress Reports Posted


FMS Spring Sports Tryouts Begin 3-5PM

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

APRIL 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

FEBRUARY 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29


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April 2017

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NYSSMA Jazz Festival HHS Musical 2PM & 7:30PM

ACT (not @HHS)

NYSSMA Solo, Ensemble & All State Festival 9AM-6PM@HHS

District String Fest 9AM-4PM@HHS

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K-6 3rd Qtr. Marking Period EndsFMS/HHS 3rd Qtr. Report Cards Posted

Spring RecessGood Friday

School ClosedDistrict Offices Closed

NYSSMA Solo, Ensemble & All State Festival 4-9PM@HHSJE Book FairWA Pasta Night

JE Talent Show 7PM @JAS

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JE PTA Mtg. 9:45AMWH Pasta Night 6:30-8PMStudent Chamber Recital 7:30PM@FMS

Spring RecessSchools Closed


HHS PRIDE Awards (Mathematics) 2:30PM Rm 140FMS PTA Mtg. 7:30PMHHS Blood Drive JE Book Fair

HHS Distinguished Seniors 6:30PMFH Sports Night 7PMHHS Staff Appreciation

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HHS Poetry Café 2:30PM

HBDMB Open House 6-9PM@HHSHS Honors Concert 7:30PM@HHS K-6 3rd Qtr. Report Cards Distributed

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PTA Council Mtg. 9:45AMSEPTA Mtg. 7:30PM



Budget Adoption BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMWH PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

BOCES Administrative Vote

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Note: This day may be converted to a vacation day if only one weather-related school closure occurs during prior months.

NATIONAL POETRY MONTHAUTISM AWARENESS MONTH

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WA PTA Mtg. 7PMSD PTA Mtg. 7:30PM

MAY 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MARCH 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31


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May 2017

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SAT @HHS

SEPTA Sunset & Sounds by the Bay 7PM

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AP ExamsNYS 3-8 Math AssessmentsHHS Senior/Senior Prom 4-6PM CafeteriaJAS Variety Show 7PM

AP ExamsDSA Due-SEPTA FMS/HHS 4th Qtr. Progress Report Period Ends

SD Book FairWA Talent Show

Note: This day may be converted to a vacation day if no weather-related school closures occur during prior months.

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AP ExamsNYS 3-8 Math AssessmentsMeet the Candidates 7PM

AP ExamsJE Mother/Son Dance 7PMHHS PTSA Mtg. 7:30PM

FMS Spring Concert 7:30PM@HHSSD Book Fair (evening)

HHS PRIDE Awards (PE/Bus/Tech/Health) 2:30PM Rm 140

Incoming K DL Info. Mtg. 6:30PM@JASFMS PTA Mtg. 7:30PMJAS Gr. 5 Engineering Design NightJE Staff Appreciation

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AP ExamsNYS 3-8 Math Assessments

AP ExamsJAS PTA Mtg. 7PMSD Family FitnessWA Spring PicturesWA Staff Appreciation

SD PTA Mtg. 9:45AMWA PTA Mtg. 7PMHHS Spring Concert Part 1 7:30PM@HHSSD Book Fair

PTA Presidents’ Mtg. 9:45AMHHS Spring Concert Part 2 7:30PM@HHS

Gr. 4 & 8 NYS Science Performance ExamHHS Senior Athletic Banquet 6PMJAS Volunteer Reception

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AP ExamsNYS 3-8 Math Assessments PTA Council Mtg. 7PM

AP ExamsWH PTA Mtg. 9:45AMBand Parent Mtg. 7:30PM@HHSWH Staff Appreciation Lunch

BUDGET VOTE/ELECTION 6AM-9PM@HHSDistrict Art Show 7:30AM-7:30PMFashion Show 4&7PM

FH PTA Mtg. 7PMHHS World Language Honor Society Induction 7PM

Gr. 4 & 8 NYS Science Performance ExamHHS Film Festival Cinema Arts Center 7PM

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AP ExamsNYS 3-8 Math Assessments

Budget Hearing/BOE Mtg. 7:30PM

AP Exams

HHS Science Research Symposium 6:30PM

FMS Honor Society Induction 7PMFMS/HHS 4th Qtr. Progress Reports Posted

Memorial DaySchools Closed


APRIL 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

JUNE 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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HHS In class FinalsHHS Volunteer Recognition Dinner 6PMWH DL End of Year CelebrationFH/JE/SD/WA Field DayWA Picnic


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June 2017

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SAT @HHS

ACT @HHS

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Gr. 4 &8 NYS Science Performance Exam

Regents Exams(no HHS classes)FMS Final Exams 8-10AMSD Beach DayWA Gr. 4 CelebrationJAS Gr. 6 Celebration

Last Day for StudentsK-6 Half-dayWH Gr. 6 Moving up CeremonyHHS 156th Commencement 6:30PM

FMS/HHS 4th Qtr. Report Cards Posted

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Gr. 4 & 8 NYS Science Performance ExamGr. 6 Spring Concert 7:30PM HHS

HHS In class FinalsJAS/WH Field DayJE/SD Spring Concert 7:30PM@HHSBand Parent Mtg. 7:30PM@HHSKindergarten Orientation

Regents Exams(no HHS classes)FMS Final Exams 8-10AMFH Gr. 4 Social 6PMSenior Recital 7:30PM@HHSSD Volunteer Dinner

Regents Exams (no HHS classes)K-6 Half-dayFH Gr. 4 CelebrationJAS Gr. 6 Moving up CeremonyHHS Jr./Sr. Prom

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HHS In class FinalsJE Volunteer Dinner 6:30PMHHS Senior Awards Night 7PM

Regents Exams(no HHS classes)FMS Final Exams 8-10AMPTA Council LuncheonFH/WA/JAS Spring Concert 7:30PM@HHS

Regents Exams(no HHS classes)

FMS Make-up Final Exams 8-10AMJE/SD Gr. 4 CelebrationWA Volunteer Reception WH Gr. 5 PicnicFMS Moving up Ceremony 7PM@HHS

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HHS In class FinalsGr. 5 Spring Concert7:30PM@HHSSD Variety Show

Regents Exams (no HHS classes)JAS/WH Field Day Rain DateFMS/HHS 4th Qtr. Marking Period EndsWH Gr. 4 Orientation 7PM

Regents Exams(no HHS classes)FMS Final Exams 8-10AMWH Luau 6PM

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BOE Mtg. 7:30PMHHS In-class Finals

Gr. 4 & 8 NYS Science Written Assessments

Last Day of Classes HHSFH/JE/SD/WA Field Day Rain Date

Regents Exams(no HHS classes)FMS Final Exams 8-10AMSEPTA Mtg. 7:30PMSD Beach Day Rain Date

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JULY 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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Huntington Council of PTAsPresident Melissa Ryan 631-897-2711Co-Vice Presidents Michelle Kustera 631-457-9497 Marilyn Maggio 631-424-4538Secretary Michele Sabatino 631-271-2208Treasurer Kristin Kanzer 631-673-6861

SEPTACo-President Jennifer LaVertu 631-271-3294 Mary Mortensen 631-335-6874Co-Vice Presidents Tonyah Guandique Cori Heffernan 631-374-6435Corresponding Secr. Lisa Hanna 516-658-5860Recording Secretary Miho Verfenstein 631-549-5563Treasurer Melinda Weissman 631-427-1334Council Delegates Lynette Bavaro 631-424-2233 Alice Marie Rorke 516-297-2876

Flower Hill Primary School PTAPresident Tara Poli 631-316-1783 Co-Vice Presidents Stephanie Carsten 631-423-6423 Heather Johnson 631-662-6393Corresponding Secr. Melissa Argaman 516-729-8998Recording Secretary Noel Meystrik 631-662-5634Treasurer Kerri Malone 516-526-7201Council Delegates Heather Goldman 631-223-2166 Christie Pennino-Kraft 516-316-2295

Jefferson Primary School PTACo-Presidents Jen Biancardo 631-793-8344 Kelly Donovan 917-545-2628Co-Vice Presidents Renee MacManus 516-729-8809 Corinna Richards 631-549-0534Corresponding Secr. Elizabeth Matthews 631-838-0370Recording Secretary Jennifer Heinz 631-425-5150Treasurer Jeana Hahn 516-617-8914Council Delegate Jennifer Carrillo 516-697-0408 Allison Schirripa 516-652-7098

Southdown Primary School PTACo-Presidents Kerri Brandine 631-923-0531 Kimberley Steinberg 917-714-5459Co-Vice Presidents Nicole Boeckmann 917-531-9511 Devon Perotti 631-427-0682Corresponding Secr. Jennifer Tullo 646-522-7469Recording Secretary Amy Schnitzer 516-322-2214Council Delegates Kim Einmann 631-708-6682 Janine Luca 516-972-5803

Washington Primary School PTAPresident Colleen Perfetto 631-897-7654Co-Vice Presidents Jess Godin 631-495-7388 Suzanne Hepworth 516-286-5175Corresponding Secr. Melissa Anderson 914-804-5891Recording Secr. Kim Joynt 843-263-7636Treasurer Carolina Addeo 631-427-4533Council Delegates Jenn DiBenedetto 347-538-9300 Mariam Murtaza 631-745-5399

Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School PTAPresident Sara Baliber 631-470-4696Co-Vice Presidents Katie Dopico 631-549-5042 Christian Waters 631-525-7316Corresponding Secr. Melissa Argaman 516-729-8998Recording Secretary Rosaria Pepe 631-617-1334Treasurer Gregory Parks 516-375-2757Council Delegate Christiane Flewelling 631-223-2920

Woodhull Intermediate School PTACo-Presidents Meaghan Buffa 631-385-1301 Kerry Rinaldi 917-757-6826Co-Vice Presidents Rose Carusone 631-423-0390 Michele Sabatino 631-271-2208Corresponding Secr. Laura Befumo 631-889-4872Recording Secretary Michelle McKean 631-549-0639Treasurer Tricia Evans 631-351-0397Council Delegates Shaki Coulter 516-318-2514 Dana Forte 631-673-3202

Finley Middle School PTACo-Presidents Michele Deegan 631-423-4965 Valerie Kellogg 631-617-4829Co-Vice Presidents Dana Forte 631-673-3202 Denise Murtagh 917-656-4434Corresponding Secr. Rene Babich Dumas 631-624-2358Recording Secretary Lisa Santa-Maria 516-848-4951Treasurer Kara Pitti 516-983-1930Council Delegates Ellen Dash 516-680-5152 Amy Girimonti 917-445-1977

Huntington High School PTSAPresident Nancy DiGiacomo 516-680-3304Co-Vice Presidents Deb Chin 631-223-2026 Deb McGinniss 631-549-6846Corresponding Secr. Donna Kye 516-864-3151Recording Secretary Peggy Low Treasurer Sandy Saginaw 631-421-6922Council Delegates Toniann Mangan 631-424-6001 Terri Ehrman 516-421-5951

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2 0 1 6 - 2 0 1 7 R E Q U I R E D S TAT E A S S E S S M E N T S

*The 4+1 pathway option is effective beginning with students who first entered grade 9 in September 2011 and thereafter, or who are otherwise eligible to receive a high school diploma in June 2015 and thereafter. Students must take and pass four required Regents examinations or Department-approved alternative assessments (one in each of the following subjects; English, math, social studies, and science), and 1 pathway assessment/option. The additional assessment/option must measure a different course than that which was measured by one of the four required exams listed, or an approved pathway assessment in the Arts, CTE, or LOTE. Please feel free to consult your child’s school counselor with any questions or concerns, or by logging on to the following URL: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/multiple-pathways/

Honors Distinction is available for the Regents and Advanced Regents Diploma, by obtaining an overall average of 90 and above on the designated Regents examinations (as identified). Students seeking an Advanced Regents Diploma also have the option to earn an annotation on their diploma that denotes mastery in math and/or mastery in science.

ENTERINGFRESHMAN

CLASSLOCAL DIPLOMA

Available to general education students and English Language Learners seeking an appeal; available to special education students through the Low-Pass or Compensatory Safety Net options. Specific criteria must be met. See your counselor.

2013Minimum score of 65 on Regents exams. An appeal may be granted towards one Regents exam. See your counselor for further information.

REGENTSDIPLOMA

Minimum score of 65 on the required exams. Students may choose to forgo the language sequence/Checkpoint B LOTE exam by completing a five unit concentration in Art, Music or CTE.

REGENTS DIPLOMA WITHADVANCED DESIGNATION

• CC English Regents • CC Math Regents • One Social Studies Regents• One Science Regents• 4+1 Pathway Option*

• CC English Regents • CC Math Regents • One Social Studies Regents• One Science Regents• 4+1 Pathway Option*

• CC English Regents • CC Algebra I Regents • CC Geometry Regents• CC Algebra II Regents • One Social Studies Regents• Two Science Regents: - Living Environment - Physical ScienceCheckpoint B LOTE Exam4+1 Pathway Option*










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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED LOCAL REGENTS REGENTS DIPLOMA SUBJECTS DIPLOMA DIPLOMA with ADVANCED DESIGNATION English 4 4 4

Social Studies 4 4 4

Science 3 3 3

Mathematics 3 3 3

Languages Other than 1 1 3* English (LOTE) Health .5 .5 .5

Art and/or Music 1 1 1

Physical Education 2 2 2

Electives 3.5 3.5 1.5

Total Requirements 22 22 22 Credits (Minimum)

* 3 units of credit required in LOTE may also be met by completing 1 credit in LOTE and a 5-unit sequence in the Arts or Career and Technical Education (CTE). Students with a disability may be exempt from having to complete the one credit requirement in LOTE (if indicated on the IEP), but are still required to fulfill 22 credits towards graduation.

PARTICIPATION IN GRADUATION EXERCISESThe Board of Education regards the high school graduation exer-cises as the culminating recognition of the academic achievements of the district’s students. In order to participate in this ceremony and share that recognition, a student must have completed all the diploma requirements of the New York State Education Department and the Board of Education prior to participation in the graduation exercises. Diploma requirements include successful passing of all required tests, earning of sufficient course credits, and attainment of required Individual Education Plan goals or other requirements as set forth by state regulation or Board policy.

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A T T E N D A N C ERegular attendance to all classes is expected of all students. Excused absence or lateness may be associated with such reasons as:• Sickness• Sickness and death in the family• Impassable roads or weather• Religious holiday• Required court attendance• Quarantine• Attendance at organized clinics• Health treatment• Approved cooperative work program• Approved college visits (must be approved in advance)• Military obligations

E-SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT PORTALParents/Guardians can access their child’s daily atten-dance, report cards and progress reports, as well as their child’s teacher’s gradebook by logging into: Parent – https://parentportal.eschooldata.com/Login.aspx-?ReturnUrl=%2fdefault.aspxFor students in grades 7-12, they too can access their records by logging into: Student – https://studentportal.eschooldata.com/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fhhs

HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE POLICYStudents who are absent, excused and unexcused, are ex-pected to complete the work assigned by each teacher on days that they miss. To be granted academic credit for any course, a student must earn a passing grade in the course. Work, tests, etc. missed because of unexcused absence will not re-ceive credit. (Adopted by the Board of Education on 6/24/02.)

LEAVING SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURSWe urge you to make appointments for your child after school hours or on Saturdays. If your high school child must leave school for any reason, it will be necessary for you to contact the HHS Attendance Office to sign out your child. A STUDENT WILL BE RELEASED ONLY INTO THE CUSTODY OF HIS/HER PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN. Only seniors may leave during their assigned lunch with the appropriate permissions. Since the high school is not an open campus, students are expected to attend all classes, including study halls.

REPORTING ABSENCESCall the school attendance office anytime during the evening before or on the morning of the absence and leave a mes-sage. State your child’s name, grade, reason for absence, and the date that your child will not be in school. E-mail, fax or submit a written note no more than five days following your child’s return to school. In this communication, you should again provide your child’s name, date, grade and a reason for the absence.

C L O S I N G SEMERGENCY CLOSINGS/DELAYSIf the Superintendent determines that hazardous weather or emergency conditions threaten the safety of students and staff, he may close district schools or alter regular school hours. An announcement will be broadcast on News 12, FiOS 1, as well as on WALK-97.5-FM; WCBS-880 AM; WBLI-106FM. Additionally, a ConnectEd message will be sent to all contact numbers on record (phone/text) and to all e-mail addresses on record indicating school delays or closings. If closed, bus transportation to district or out-of-district private, parochial or BOCES facilities will NOT be provided for students residing in this district. On day(s) schools are closed during the January Regents week, New York State will determine if and when make-ups are to be given for State exams. Make-ups for school exams will be determined when regular school resumes.

DELAYED OPENINGSIn some instances, the Superintendent may decide to delay school openings by two hours. When this is done, the follow-ing will be in effect:1. ALL SCHOOLS in the district will open two hours later

than normal.2. School buses will begin their runs two hours later than

normal.3. Dismissal times will NOT be changed. Buses will return

students to their bus stops at the regular time.4. Should there be a delayed opening during January Re-

gents week, all scheduled exams will be administered. Depending on the delay, all bus runs will begin two hours later than their scheduled times. This would include AM and PM pick-ups and AM and PM departures. Please re-view bus schedules mailed home for examination periods.

E L E M E N TA R Y E N R I C H M E N T P R O G R A M SMaryann Daly, Chairperson: 631-673-2043

Math Olympiad ProgramStudents attend a weekly math class where they are pre-sented with challenging multi-step mathematical problems. They compete in five timed tests throughout the school year and earn awards based on their efforts. The program’s fo-cus is on learning to take academic risks and on encour-aging students to challenge themselves. In grade 5, stu-dents earning the three highest scale scores on the Grade 4 NYS Math Assessment will participate in this program. In grade 6, students earning the highest two scale scores on the Grade 5 NYS Math Assessment will be added onto the roster. Cutoff scores will be posted on the SEARCH website and e-board in early fall.

S.E.A.R.C.H. [email protected] Scholastic Enrichment and Resource for the Children in Huntington program will continue for academically talented students in Grades 5 and 6. Fifth grade SEARCH students in 2015-2016 will continue to participate in the program as sixth grade SEARCH students in 2016-2017. Program placement criteria may include: • NYS ELA and Math Assessment results;• Teacher recommendation profiles with respect to learning, creativity and motivation;• Grade 4 OLSAT test results - fourth grade students will be administered the OLSAT test in March 2017.

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R E G I S T R AT I O NCENTRALIZED STUDENT REGISTRATIONFamilies should register their child/children for school at the Office of Student Registration in the Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School. Parents/guardians must present proof of birth, immunization record, proof of district residency and proof of guardianship/ parental relationship. For more de-tailed information in this regard, call the Office of Student Registration at 631-673-2974.

IMMUNIZATIONSNew York State law requires a physician’s certificate to prove

that your child is adequately immunized. The immuniza-tion record must be presented at the time of registration. Required immunizations are as follows:

• Three doses of Hepatitis B• Three doses of diphtheria toxoid (DTP-DT or Td). All chil-

dren born on or after January 1, 2005 are required to be immunized against pertussis and tetanus for school entry and attendance.

• One dose of Tdap for students turning 11 and/or entering 6th grade

• Four doses of IPV, or three doses EIPV or three doses of OPV.

• Two doses of live measles vaccine, one after 12 months of age, the other after 15 months.

• Two doses of live mumps vaccine after the age of 12 months.

• One dose of live rubella vaccine after the age of 12 months.

• One dose of varicella vaccine after the age of 12 months.• The New York State Department of Health made chang-

es to conform to recent changes to Public Health Law Section 2164 which requires the meningococcal vaccine for students in 7th and 12th grades. As of September 1, 2016 students entering grade 7 are required to receive one dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine (Men-ACWY; sometimes abbreviated as MCV4; brand names Menactra or Menveo). As of September 1, 2016 students entering grade 12 are required to have two doses of MenACWY vaccine. However, if the first dose was re-ceived at age 16 years or older, then only one dose will be required.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONRegistration for children who will enter kindergarten in the 2017-18 school year will be held at district designated ar-eas, which will be announced in February. Any child may be enrolled in kindergarten if he/she is 5 years of age on or before December 1, 2017. Parents should notify our Office of Student Registration in December/January if their child is eligible. Children will be scheduled for screening at regis-tration. After the screening, parents will be informed by the school principal if further testing is necessary. Please call 631-673-2974 with questions.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONNew York State Education Law requires a medical examina-tion for children entering kindergarten, grades 2, 4, 7, 10 and all new students who are entering the Huntington School Dis-trict. The State requires that the physical exam be conducted and certified by a licensed physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner, and that it be performed no more than 12 months prior to the beginning of the required school year. Any new entrant to a school district is required to submit a physical exam certificate within 30 days of the student’s entrance into his/her new school. The Huntington School District is required to participate in the State Department of Health’s Weight Sta-tus Survey. The survey only collects Body Mass Index (BMI) for submission to New York State. No names or information about individual students are disclosed. You may choose not to participate by sending a signed “opt out” letter to your school nurse on or before November 1st of the school year. Please contact your child’s school nurse should you require any additional information.

DENTAL CERTIFICATESNew York State Education Law requires district’s to request dental certificates for children entering kindergarten, grades 2, 4, 7, 10 and all new students who are entering the Hunting-ton School District. The dental certificate may be signed by a dentist or dental hygienist.

S U P P O R T S E R V I C E SA variety of professionals are employed by the district to as-sist your child. The school-based Response to Intervention Support Team (RtI) includes school psychologists, social workers, speech therapists, school nurses, guidance coun-selors, and other instructional staff members as warranted. Children may be referred to the RtI Team so that profession-al staff can review educational concerns.

CHILD FIND – CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIESAny parent who suspects that his/her child has a disability, such as a learning disability, emotional problem, neurolog-ical difficulty or physical disability should call the building principal where the child attends school. The principal will take the steps necessary to ensure that the situation is re-viewed by the school’s Response to Intervention Support Team (RtI). After assessing the child’s response to interven-tions/supports, a Committee on Special Education (CSE) evaluation may be recommended if there is suspicion of a disability. Parents may refer their child for a CSE evaluation if they suspect an educational disability by writing a letter of referral to the building principal.

HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTIONThe district provides homebound instruction upon receipt of a medical prescription for compulsory age students who are unable to attend school for two weeks or more for reasons of health or temporary disability. Homebound instruction may also be provided when indicated by the Committee on Special Education for a student declared disabled who can-not attend public school. For more information, contact your building principal.

PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN – CPSEIf you have a pre-school child between 2 years, 9 months and 5 years of age and suspect a possible disability, call the Committee on Pre-School Special Education (CPSE) Office at 631-673-2159 to discuss the CPSE evaluation process.

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PRIVATE & PAROCHIAL SCHOOL CHILDRENIf your child is enrolled in an elementary or secondary pri-vate or parochial school, and you suspect he/she has a disability, call the principal of the school your child attends. The principal will review alternatives to special education. Nonetheless if you believe a disability exists, you will need to submit a letter of referral to the principal. The school dis-trict in which your child’s private or parochial school is lo-cated (district of location) will then evaluate your child and conduct a CSE meeting. Parents will then be asked to reg-ister their students to receive dual enrollment services un-der section 3602-c of Education Law. NOTE: For a child to receive services in a private or parochial school setting, the parent must request special education services in writing to the school district of location by June 1 preceding the school year for which the request for services is made, except when a student is first identified with a disability after that day and prior to the first day of April during the current school year. The parent must then submit the written request for services within 30 days after the student was first identified. SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDSSpecial education records (evaluation reports completed by psychologist, social worker, speech therapist, neurologist, etc.) are available to the parent. Parents may inspect the record and have copies made at a nominal cost. It is nec-essary to make an appointment to examine the records so that the appropriate professional personnel will be available. Call the building principal or Special Education Chairperson for such an appointment.

STUDENT RECORD CONFIDENTIALITYThe district ensures the confidentiality of student records. However, parents/guardians and students age 18 or older have the right to inspect and review educational records, to challenge the record contents regarding accuracy and priva-cy, and to file a complaint with the Department of Education alleging any perceived failure to comply with the Family Ed-ucational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Copies of this policy and regulations may be obtained from the District Clerk. Complaints may be filed with:Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education600 Independence Avenue, S.W.Washington, D.C. 20202-4605

SUBSTANCE (DRUG) ABUSEThe district employs a social worker (youth counselor) who has expertise in the area of substance abuse. A parent who believes that his/her child may be having such a problem is encouraged to call the counselor at Finley Middle School, 631-673-2190; or Student Support Services, 631-673-2115.

T R A N S P O R T A T I O NThe Huntington School District provides bus transportation for students attending both district public and nonpublic schools within certain guidelines prescribed by state law. Current district transportation policy is based on the dis-tance from home to school.

BUS DISCIPLINE• The bus driver will file a Bus Behavior Report regarding

any trouble on the bus. • Copies of the behavior report will be sent to a student’s

parents and the district transportation department, indi-cating the disposition of the case.

• A driver CANNOT remove a child from his/her bus ex-cept at his/her regular bus stop according to state law.

• State law requires transportation TO and FROM school only.

• If a bus breaks down, students must stay on board until the relief bus arrives.

BUS SAFETY PROGRAMState law requires three bus safety drills during the school year which are supervised by the principal. This instruction is supplemented with classroom work on proper bus behav-ior and safety education.

NO FAULT INSURANCEIf a student is injured on a school bus during any authorized trip, the family’s insurance carrier is responsible for the in-jury claim. If the family has no automobile insurance, the bus company carrier is responsible for the no-fault benefits. Parents should notify their insurance carrier immediately in the event that a child is injured in a school bus accident.

NON-PUBLIC SCHOOL TRANSPORTATIONResident requests for transportation of students to and from private and parochial schools must be made on or before April 1, 2017 in order to be eligible for the 2017-2018 school year. Late requests will not be honored. This application must be completed even if your child is currently receiving transportation. No requests for a change in transportation which incurs additional cost to the district will be honored af-ter April 1. The maximum distance that a child will be trans-ported is 15 miles.

PARENTAL COMPLAINTSParents should inform the district transportation coordinator of any serious complaints at 631-673-2032. These com-plaints must be followed by a signed written summary of the details including date, time, location, bus number, and driver’s name, if possible. Parents will be informed of the disposition of the complaint.

O T H E R I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N

ADULT EDUCATIONAn adult education program is offered each term at Huntington High School. Brochures describing the program are mailed to all residents of the district. For information, call 631-812-2380, Monday through Thursday evenings during sessions.

DISTRICT WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA For news from our schools, announcements, directions, curriculum documents, administrative communications and much more, visit the district’s website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube pages on a daily basis.• Website – http://www.hufsd.edu • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hunting-ton-Union-Free-School-District/566089583408611• Twitter – https://www.twitter.com/hufsd • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/hufsd_ny/• YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0zcX-OH1XMeRvEgoo1aX7jg

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HUNTINGTON FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATIONThe Huntington Foundation for Excellence in Education (HFEE) is a non-profit corporation dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for all students in the Huntington School District. Since its founding in June 1993, HFEE has enriched our schools through hundreds of mini-grants aimed at promoting innovation at the classroom level, and has funded larger school- and district-wide initiatives through its Reach for the Stars Program. HFEE has established a Greenkill Fund and a Field Trip Fund to provide financial as-sistance to students. HFEE welcomes participation from all members of the school community. Complete information, including grant applications and donation options, is now available at www.hufsd.edu.

HUNTINGTON TEACHER CENTERThe Huntington Teacher Center (HTC) is an educational resource for all residents and staff members in the school district. The center is governed by a policy board composed of representatives from each school and other school com-munity members. Funded through a grant from the State of New York, it is staffed by a director and secretary. The HTC provides staff development and technology training through workshops and courses offered at varying sites throughout the district. It supports Race to the Top initiatives and imple-mentation of the Common Core Learning Standards. A lami-nating machine, book binding equipment and a poster-mak-ing machine are available for educational or informational use. In addition, it maintains a professional library of current educational journals, videos and magazines. The HTC can be reached at 631-673-3002.

INSURANCEThe school district purchases accident insurance covering all students through Pupil Benefits. The plan covers any student engaged in school-sponsored activity. The family’s insurance, if available, must be used first, with only the ex-cess claimed under this plan. Benefits will be paid based on established “reasonable and customary” costs. Call the Business Office at 631-673-2111 for additional information.

NON-SMOKING POLICYSmoking is prohibited at all times in any district building and on any district grounds.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICYThe Huntington Union Free School District, in accordance with federal law, does not discriminate on the basis of color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or age. This policy of non-discrim-ination relates to recruitment and employment, salaries and benefits, counseling services to students, student access to course offerings, educational programs and activities. In-quiries about this policy or complaints of discrimination may be reported to the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Management Services at 631-673-2111.

NUTRITIONAll Huntington students have the opportunity to enjoy nutri-tious foods through the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program whether paying full price, or free/reduced-entitled. Applications for free and reduced price meals are sent to each household in August, but applications are always avail-able in the cafeterias. Breakfast will not be served in the event of a delayed opening. If your child has any food intol-erances or allergies, please inform the Food and Nutrition Department at 631-673-2107. Parents have the option to online prepay lunch money using www.myschoolbucks.com.

SECTION XI INFORMATIONThe Suffolk County Section XI Website provides information regarding interscholastic athletic schedules, directions, tour-naments, brackets, standings, and other helpful information. Visit the site at www.sectionXI.org.

USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIESHuntington school facilities are available to responsible community organizations after normal school hours. A fee is charged to cover the average cost of operation. Organi-zations requesting use of school facilities should make ap-plication through the Facilities Office. Proof of appropriate insurance coverage will be required. Call 631-673-2127 for a copy of the fee schedule and any additional information.

ANNUAL AHERA ASBESTOS NOTIFICATIONThe Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) is a federal law enacted in 1987 that requires all school districts to inspect and re-inspect for building materials containing as-bestos every three years. Our facilities have been inspected

and response actions have been developed to ensure a con-tinued safe environment for our students and employees. Ac-tivities include training of custodial and maintenance staff to prevent disturbance of asbestos and periodical re-inspection and surveillance activities by trained personnel. As required by the Federal Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, our schools were inspected for asbestos in 1988. This inspection resulted in the development of an As-bestos Management plan which was implemented in 1989. The last required three year re-inspection was conducted in July 2015. The Asbestos Management Plan and re-inspection reports are available for your review in the facilities office, as well as the main office of each school building. If you have any questions pertaining to the Asbestos Management Plan and re-inspection reports please contact George Austin, Lead Op-erations Manager at 631-673-2127. Or you may write us at Huntington Union Free School District, P.O. Box 1500, Hun-tington, NY 11743.

D I S T R I C T C O D E O F C O N D U C T

The Huntington Board of Education and Administration is committed to providing a safe and orderly school environment where students are entitled to receive, and district personnel are entitled to deliver, quality educational services without disruption or interference. Responsible behavior by students, teachers, other district personnel, parents and other visitors is essential to achieving this goal. The district has a long stand-ing set of expectations for conduct on school property and at school functions. These expectations are based on the prin-ciples of civility, mutual respect, citizenship, empathy, char-acter, tolerance, honesty and integrity. In accordance with the Dignity for All Students Act, no student shall be subject to discrimination or harassment based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gen-der/gender identity or sex by school employees or students on school property, on a school bus, or at a school function.

The items below provide a concise summary and overview of the HUFSD Code of Conduct. You are encouraged to review carefully the unabridged document, which is available on the district website. Hard copies can be reviewed in central ad-ministration offices or the general offices in school buildings.

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CODE OF CONDUCT GOALS AND PURPOSEThe goals of the Board in adopting the HUFSD Code of Con-duct are to clearly define expectations for acceptable con-duct in school buildings and on school properties, to identify the possible consequences of unacceptable conduct and to ensure that discipline, when necessary, is administered promptly, fairly and uniformly. The code applies to all stu-dents, school district personnel, parents and other visitors when on school property or attending a school function. In order to clarify and bring uniformity to conduct and discipline throughout the district, the code defines many pertinent terms.

STUDENTS – GENERAL The code outlines both the rights and responsibilities of stu-dents. All district students have the right to:1. An educational environment free from bullying, intimida-

tion, harassment, or prohibited discrimination.2. Take part in all events and activities free from bullying,

intimidation, harassment, or prohibited discrimination.3. Present their version of events leading to any possible

disciplinary action.4. Access to school rules and explanations of those rules

when necessary.

Students have the responsibility to:• Contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive and orderly

school environment, and refrain from acts of bullying, intimidation, harassment, or prohibited discrimination.

• Know and abide by the rules and regulations pertaining to student conduct.

• Attend school daily and be on time.• Work to the best of their ability and react to direction

from district staff in a respectful and positive manner.• Learn to control their anger appropriately, with assis-

tance if necessary.• Ask questions and seek help in solving problems.• Dress appropriately for school and school events.• Accept responsibility for their actions.• Conduct themselves as representatives of the district

when attending or participating in extracurricular events using the highest standards of conduct, demeanor, and sportsmanship.

PARTNERSThe code lists expectations of the district’s essential part-ners in this effort including parents, teachers, coaches, ad-visors, guidance counselors, psychologists, social workers, support staff, principals, administrators, the superintendent, and the board of education. A list of these responsibilities is available in the full Code of Conduct document.

STUDENT USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICESStudents are prohibited from using or having on or in an operational mode any paging device, mobile telephone, cellular telephone, laptop, handheld communication device, laser pointer or pen or any other type of electronic commu-nications or imaging device during instructional time, except as expressly permitted in connection with authorized use in classrooms. While students are permitted to possess such devices during the school day, they are prohibited from us-ing them in any manner that invades the privacy of students, employees, volunteers, or visitors. Students are not permit-ted to use any form of information technology or electronic communication, including their own personal electronic de-vices, to harass, bully, including cyberbully, and/or discrim-inate against or threaten others. Cyberbullying that creates a hostile environment is prohibited. If a student violates this prohibition, he/she is subject to discipline under this provi-sion and/or any other provision in this code of conduct, the District’s Dignity for All Students Act Policy 7580 and Reg-ulation 7580 and/or any law and/or regulation that may be applicable to the circumstances involved. Students are pro-hibited from taking photographs or otherwise electronically recording the image of any other person at any time while on a school property, a school bus and/or anywhere in any school building and/or on school grounds during the school day except as expressly permitted in connection with autho-rized use in classrooms.

STUDENT DRESS CODEStudents are expected to dress in an appropriate manner and to maintain personal cleanliness. The code addresses students’ dress, grooming and appearance including hair-style and color, jewelry, make-up and nails. Students’ ap-pearance must be safe, appropriate, and non-disruptive. The following rules apply:• No extremely brief garments, including net tops, tube

tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, low necklines, and see through garments;

• Underwear must be completely covered with outer cloth-ing;

• Safe footwear must be worn at all times;• Clothing may not be vulgar, obscene, libelous, or den-

igrate others on account of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability;

• No clothing may promote or endorse the use of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs or encourage other illegal or violent activities;

• No clothing or items may be worn that law enforcement officials consider to be problematic.

PROHIBITED STUDENT CONDUCTAll students are expected to conduct themselves in an ap-propriate and civil manner, respectful of others. Students must learn to assume and accept responsibility for their own actions as well as consequences of their misbehavior. Disci-pline will be used when necessary and to place emphasis on the student’s ability to grow in self-discipline. Students may be subject to disciplinary action for the following violations:• Disorderly conduct;• Insubordinate conduct;• Disruptive conduct;• Violent conduct;• Conduct that endangers the safety, morals, health or

welfare of others;• Misconduct on a school bus• Academic misconduct including plagiarism, cheating,

altering records;• Lateness to class/cutting.These violations are outlined in greater detail, along with specific examples, in the Code of Conduct document.

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REPORTING VIOLATIONSStudents and staff are expected to report violations of the code promptly to the appropriate staff. Staff authorized to impose disciplinary sanctions is expected to do so in a prompt, fair and lawful manner. Weapons, dangerous instruments, alcohol, or illegal substances will be confiscated immediately with notifica-tion to parents and appropriate disciplinary sanction imposed, if warranted, which may include permanent suspension and referral for prosecution.

DISCIPLINARY PENALTIES, PROCEDURES AND REFERRALSDiscipline is most effective when it deals directly with the prob-lem at the time and place it occurs in a way that is fair, impartial and uniform. School personnel who interact with students are expected to use disciplinary action to place emphasis on stu-dents’ ability to grow in the area of self-discipline. As a general rule, discipline will be progressive. This means that a student’s first violation will usually merit a lighter penalty than subse-quent violations. The following factors will affect the determi-nation of effective discipline:• Student’s age;• Nature of offense and circumstances leading to it;• Student’s prior disciplinary record;• Information from parents, teachers and/or others, as appro-

priate;• Other extenuating circumstances.If the conduct of a student is related to a disability or suspected disability, the student will be referred to the Committee on Spe-cial Education. Discipline, any removals of more than 10 days, will be administered on the basis of whether or not there is a connection between the student’s disability and the infraction committed.

Penalties and procedures for specific misconduct are listed in the Code of Conduct. Each form of discipline is defined and described.

DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESThe Board recognizes that students with disabilities receive certain procedural protections in the school disciplinary pro-cess. When it is necessary to suspend, remove or otherwise discipline students with disabilities, the board is committed to ensuring that the procedures followed are consistent with the safeguards required by applicable laws and regulations.

CORPORAL PUNISHMENTCorporal punishment of any student by any district employee is strictly forbidden. However, in situations where alternative pro-cedures and methods cannot reasonably be applied, physical force may be used to:• Protect oneself, another student, teacher or any person

from injury;• Protect the property of the school or others;• Restrain or remove a student whose behavior interferes

with the orderly exercise and performance of school district functions, powers and duties if that student has refused to refrain from further disruptive acts.

STUDENT SEARCHES AND INTERROGATIONSAuthorized school officials may question a student about an al-leged violation of law or the district code of conduct. The super-intendent, principals, assistant principals, deans, administrative assistants and the school nurse may conduct searches of stu-dents and their belongings if there is reasonable suspicion that the search will result in evidence that the student violated the law or code of conduct. Searches require documentation by the staff member. Police may enter school property to question or search a student only if they have a search or arrest warrant, probable cause to believe that a crime has been committed on school property, or been invited by school officials. In these in-stances students must be informed of their legal rights; remain silent if they so desire; or request the presence of a parent or an attorney. In the event the search does not turn up any illegal or im-proper items, the administrator will acknowledge such and apologize to the student for having to undergo the search. The administrator will notify the parent that the search took place and, if necessary, arrange for appropriate support services for the student.

VISITORS & PUBLIC CONDUCT ON SCHOOL GROUNDSParents and other district residents are encouraged to visit the schools. However, there are established guidelines in the code establishing the protocol of such visits in order to safeguard stu-dents and disallow interruption of the learning process. All per-sons on school property or attending school events will conduct themselves in an orderly and respectful manner. Guidelines of prohibited conduct are described in the full code document. The district will initiate disciplinary action against any student or staff member with the outlined penalty section of the code. The district reserves the right to pursue a civil or criminal legal action against any person violating the code.

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Huntington Union Free School District

Administrative Offices:Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School

50 Tower StreetHuntington Station, NY 11746

Information: 631-673-2121Website: www.hufsd.edu

B O A R D O F E D U C AT I O N e-mail: [email protected]

The Board of Education consists of seven members, each elected by residents for a three-year unpaid term. A Board member is elected during May for a seat to be occupied on July 1. 2016-2017 Board members are as follows:

Thomas DiGiacomo, President Term expires June 2018Jennifer Hebert, Vice President Term expires June 2017Christine Biernacki Term expires June 2018Bill Dwyer Term expires June 2019Bari Fehrs Term expires June 2019Xavier Palacios Term expires June 2017Emily Rogan Term expires June 2018

District Clerk, Joanne Miranda 631-673-2126District Treasurer, Jill Miranda 631-673-2114

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGSMeetings are scheduled as indicated. All will be conducted in the Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School Auditorium unless otherwise noted.

DATE WEEKDAY MEETING TYPEJuly 11, 2016 Tuesday Reorganization/Regular Meeting – 6:00 PMAugust 1, 2016 Monday Regular Meeting – 7:00 PMAugust 29, 2016 Monday Regular Meeting – 7:00 PMSeptember 12, 2016 Monday Regular MeetingSeptember 26, 2016 Monday Regular MeetingOctober 17, 2016 Monday Regular MeetingNovember 14, 2016 Monday Regular MeetingDecember 12, 2016 Monday Regular MeetingJanuary 9, 2017 Monday Regular MeetingFebruary 6, 2017 Monday Regular MeetingFebruary 27, 2017 Monday Budget/Regular MeetingsMarch 6, 2017 Monday Extended Budget WorkshopMarch 13, 2017 Monday Budget/Regular Meetings March 27, 2017 Monday Budget/Regular MeetingsApril 18, 2017 Tuesday Budget Adoption/Regular MeetingApril 25, 2017 Tuesday BOCES Administrative Budget Vote/ElectionMay 8, 2017 Monday Budget Hearing/Regular MeetingMay 16, 2017 Tuesday Budget Vote/Election @Huntington High SchoolJune 5, 2017 Monday Regular Meeting

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V O T E R E L I G I B I L I T Y F O R S C H O O L D I S T R I C T

E L E C T I O N SIn order to vote, you must be a United States citizen, 18 years of age or older, and a resident of the Huntington School District for at least 30 days prior to the vote.

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION & SERVICES 50 Tower Street, Huntington Station, NY 11746

Superintendent of Schools James W. Polansky ............................... 631-673-2038

Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum & Instruction Kenneth A. Card, Jr. ............................. 631-673-2036

Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Management Services Kathleen Acker .......................................631-673-2111

Human Resources Alice Vanderveldt ....................................... 631-673-2185Title I Coordinator Nancy Allard ............................................... 631-673-4294ELA Coordinator Angela Berner ............................................ 631-673-2197Student Registration ................................... 631-673-2974Transportation Coordinator Vita Virgilio ................................................. 631-673-2032School Lunch ............................................... 631-673-2107Adult Education Kenneth A. Card, Jr. .................................. 631-673-2035Lead Operations Manager George Austin ............................................ 631-673-2127

Director of Fine & Performing Arts Eric Reynolds ............................................. 631-673-2106Director of Foreign Language & ESL/Bilingual Education Judy Moroff ............................................... 631-673-2104Director of Guidance & Testing Kitty Klein ................................................... 631-673-2101Director of Health, Physical Education & Athletics Georgia McCarthy ...................................... 631-673-2018Director of Math (Elementary), Assessment & Technology Marybeth Robinette.................................... 631-673-5693Director of Special Education & Student Support Services Nancy Wilson ............................................. 631-673-2115Chairperson of Humanities (Secondary) Joseph Leavy ............................................. 631-673-2079Chairperson of Mathematics & Science (Secondary) Cliff Swezey .............................................. 631-673-2072

CENTRAL OFFICE CLERICAL HOURS

Superintendent’s Office 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMCurriculum & Instruction 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMBusiness Office 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMHuman Resources 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Central Registration September through June:Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. – 9:30-11:30 AM;

Wed. – 2:30-5:00 PMJuly: Tues., Wed., Thurs. – 9:30-11:30 AMAugust: Appointment only (631-673-2974)

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HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOLOakwood & McKay Roads, Huntington, NY 11743

School hours 7:30AM-2:20PMPrincipal: Brenden Cusack

Assistant Principal: Joseph DiTroiaAssistant Principal: Gamal Smith

Main Office: 631-673-2001Attendance Answering Machine 631-673-2132Attendance Office 631-673-2100Health Office 631-673-2105Dean of Students 631-673-2007Athletic Trainer 631-673-2145

Guidance DepartmentRegistrar 631-673-2101

Guidance EastSteven Lashin, Lymari Tattnall 631-673-2013

Guidance WestDiana Bonilla, Lauren Brunoni, Catherine Croke 631-673-2011College Office: Bernadette Walsh 631-673-2131

Academic DepartmentsFine & Performing Arts 631-673-2106Humanities 631-673-2079Mathematics 631-673-2077Physical Education, Athletics & Health 631-673-2018Science 631-673-2078Special Education 631-673-2093Technology 631-673-2078World Language/ESL/Bilingual 631-673-2104

J. TAYLOR FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL20 Greenlawn Road, Huntington, NY 11743

School hours: 8:00AM-2:55PMPrincipal: John AmatoAssistant Principal: Kenneth ParhamMain Office: 631-673-2020Attendance Office: 631-673-2025Health Office: 631-673-2026Guidance Office: 631-673-2022

WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL140 Woodhull Road, Huntington, NY 11743

School hours: 8:45AM-3:05PMPrincipal: Traci RoethelAssistant Principal: Jarrett SteinMain Office: 631-673-2030Attendance Office: 631-673-2039Health Office: 631-673-2147

JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL155 Lowndes Avenue

Huntington Station, NY 11746

School Hours: 8:45AM-3:05PMPrincipal: TBDMain Office/Attendance Office: 631-673-2060Health Office: 631-673-2061

FLOWER HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL98 Flower Hill Road, Huntington, NY 11743

School hours: 9:20AM-3:40PMPrincipal: Marlon SmallMain Office: 631-673-2050Attendance Office: 631-673-2139

JEFFERSON PRIMARY SCHOOL253 Oakwood Road, Huntington, NY 11743

School hours: 9:20AM-3:40PMPrincipal: Valerie Capitulo-SaideMain Office: 631-673-2070Attendance Office: 631-673-2141

SOUTHDOWN PRIMARY SCHOOL125 Brown’s Road, Huntington, NY 11743

School hours: 9:20AM-3:40PMPrincipal: Scott OshrinMain Office: 631-673-2080Attendance Office: 631-673-2142

WASHINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL78 Whitson Road, Huntington Station, NY 11746

School hours: 9:20AM-3:40PMPrincipal: Marsha NevilleMain Office: 631-673-2090Attendance Office: 631-673-2143

Questions???Questions concerning your child can best be answered by the administrators in the building where your child attends school.

Your principal and assistant principals possess knowledge of your child, the program, staff members and special services available, and will welcome your call.

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