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The Lion’s RoarVolume 14, Number 9 Cincinnatus Central School District Newsletter October 2013
We Have Many New Facesin School this Year!
In The Science Department...Mr. Cressman is the new Cincinnatus High School Science teacher. He teaches physics, biology I, and Academic Intervention Services. Mr. Cressman earned high BS in physics at Houghton College, and then returned to school at SUNY Cortland to earn his teaching certificate. When asked why he chose this career Mr. Cressman said “It’s a dreadful shame that so many people don’t know the puissance, beauty, or accessibility of physics and it’s a joy to uncover these things with others! Moreover, all the sciences provide opportunities to learn and practice skills in problem solving, abstract thinking and critical thinking, which are all skills I really enjoy watching people develop. Beyond that, I wanted to be part of a community, and school communities can be very tight-knit and caring.” Before finding employment at Cincinnatus he was a land-surveyor’s assistant in 2006. Mr. Cressman said “Since then I’ve spent a lot of time in graduate school and jumping around in the mud and sand for Uncle Sam.” He chose Cincinnatus because Mr. Cressman grew up in a small rural school and appreciates the community and opportunities that small districts offer. It’s also close to his home. Mr. Cressman is looking forward to getting to know everyone and becoming part of the community as well as contributing to the success of the students and district. In his spare time Mr. Cressman likes to hunt, fish, hike, read, and spend time with his wife. He also is building a log cabin and enjoys caring for his animals. A unique fact about Mr. Cressman is he once had a pony tail. Mr. Cressman is grateful to be welcomed here.
Meet Our New Elementary PrincipalMr. Tom Durkot is Cincinnatus Central Schools’ new UPK-6th grade principal. He received his BS, MSED, and CAS at SUNY Cortland. Before becoming a principal, he worked as an elementary teacher at Maine Memorial Elementary
School for the Maine-Endwell school district. Mr. Durkot enjoyed teaching and learning at an early age. He began volunteering his time in classrooms where he found a passion for problem solving and engaging students in learning. This time spent volunteering in the classroom lead him to the decision to become an elementary teacher. As he gained experience as a teacher and educational leader, he thought about expanding his career to lead an entire building by becoming a principal. When asked why he chose Cincinnatus Central School District he said his goal was to become a principal at a school with great kids, a hard working faculty and staff, and a supportive community. In the coming year Mr. Durkot is looking forward to leading the Elementary school and working with all of the students. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his wife Barb and their children Carson and twin girls Braeleigh and Brielle, He also enjoys motocross, baseball, football, hockey, walking or jogging in the woods, and spending time outdoors. He used to be an avid motocross racer and made it to the Quad Expert class in New York State. He mentioned getting back into motocross with his son. Mr. Durkot would
Meet Our New High School Secretary Mrs. Amber Delarm is the new High School Secretary. She attended Trident Tech College in South Carolina and TC3. Mrs. Delarm wanted to be part of the Cincinnatus School District and was ready for a change from working in the classroom. Prior to becoming Cincinnatus’ new High School Secretary, Mrs. Delarm ran a daycare center here in Cincin-natus called PlaysCool and also was a substitute in the Cincinnatus district. Previous to that Mrs. Delarm taught for many years as a head start teacher in Marathon school district. She chose to work here at Cincinnatus because she is a graduate of Cincinnatus, raises her children in the community and feels that Cincinnatus School has much to offer its students academi-cally as well as many options for extracurricular activities. This year she is looking forward to helping the staff, students, and families in our district and learning some new skills as the year progresses. In her free time, Mrs. Delarm enjoys spending time with her family, reading, gardening, swimming, being outdoors, cooking, and crafting. A cool fact about Mrs. Delarm is she has a yellow lab, two cats, six chickens, and one duck! Continued on page 4
like to say thank you for the warm welcome and genuine support. Welcome to Cincinnatus School, Mr. Durkot!
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“Protecting Our Investment – A Possible Future Capital Project”Superintendent’s Message
The Board of Education and I are in preliminary discussions about the feasibility of placing before our school’s residents a public vote on a future capital project. The intent would be to protect our investment in our school and to not allow the facilities to return to their previous condition prior to our last project when our school, our bus garage and our grounds were in dire need of repair and restoration. Additionally, we also know that the only way we can afford such work is by utilizing and maximizing our allowable state aid for school improvement projects. With all of that in mind, we have been reviewing our Long Range Facility Plan (LRFP), which was developed after our last project to document details of work we were not able to complete due to lack of funding. The LRFP can be found on our web site at www.cc.cnyric.org under the link entitled District. Currently, we are working with a pre-referendum team to determine the possible scope, timeline and costs of a future project and are seeking your input. If you are interested in learning more about a possible future capital project and offering your input, please consider attending our Pre-referendum Forum scheduled as follows:
What: Pre-referendum ForumWhen: October 22, 2013 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Where: Cincinnatus School’s Wilbur Auditorium
We look forward to sharing the preliminary plans with you and hope that you can join us on October 22nd for coffee and conversation. If you cannot make the meeting, I will be sure to keep everyone well informed through future editions of the Lion’s Roar as well as additional community meetings.
As always, you may also contact me personally at 607-863-4069 or via email at [email protected].
Respectfully,Steven HubbardSuperintendent of Schools
NHS Haunted House
The National Honor Society will be working with the Cincinnatus Emergency Squad to present its annual community Haunted House. The Haunted House will run two nights at the Cincinnatus Emergency Squad building. A non-scary and a traditional scary house will take place on both Friday, October 18th and on Saturday, October 19th,from 7:00p.m. until 10:00p.m. *** Please note the date change!!!***
Yoga & Zumba Classes In Cincy
YogaSheila Bunnell is a certified Lyengar Yoga Instructor and will be holding classes in the Wilbur Auditorium. The classes will be every Saturday and begin on September 21st, 9:00 – 10:15am. The fee for the class is $10, or $25 for 3 classes. If you have questions, here is her contact information:Phone – [email protected]
ZumbaLisa Mascato is a certified Zumba instructor and will be holding Zumba classes in the Wilbur Auditorium. There will be classes on Mondays & Wednesday from 6:30-7:30pm and on Fridays from 4:00-5:00pm. These classes will begin on Monday, October 7th. The fee for the class is $5 per session. If you have questions you can contact Lisa at, 607-345-4616.
Holiday Shopping The annual Holiday Shopping
Extravaganza to benefit the Community Foundation to
Support Education is slated forSunday, November 24
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Board of Education Meeting Notes:July 8, 2013
• Established Board of Education committee membership for the following Board committees: Policy, Audit, and Strategic Planning.
• Appointed Jodi Carey to the three-year probationary guidance counselor position, to replace Lori Middendorf who resigned, retroactively effective July 1, 2013, and Mark Morrell to the position of science teacher for biology and chemistry, to replace Robert Pinkerton who retired effective September 1, 2013.
• Accepted the resignation of elementary reading teacher Lori Koziol, with regret and appreciation for her services on behalf of our school children.
August 8, 2013
• Approved an amended Student Code of Conduct for 2013-2014, through a required hearing, as recommended by our Student Code of Conduct Committee. The amendments included minor changes to the use of our senior lounge, dress code standards, and the use of electronic devices during school hours.
• Approved the recommendation of the Superintendent for an alternate emergency (snow) day plan for 2013-14 in the event that more than the allotted five (5) such days are exhausted during the school year.
• The Board discussed and reviewed their notes from their July 11, 2013 Board Work Session, which included: reiteration of the commitment to our school’s strategic plan, a continuation of Board Goals for 2013-2014, a review of their annual Board evaluation, and the feasibility of a possible future capital project.
• Accepted the resignation of Erik Thompson, physics/chemistry teacher, effective August 28, 2013, Amy Taylor, speech teacher, effective September 2, 2013, the request for a parental leave of absence for kindergarten teacher Tracy Poli, effective September 3, 2013 through January 24, 2014, and appointed keyboard specialist Amber Bonham Delarm, to replace Terena Loomis, who retired as our high school secretary.
August 22, 2013
• Approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Family Counseling Services of Cortland County to provide a part-time counselor in our school at no cost. The counselor will support our students and provide a direct link to social service agencies.
• Through resolution, recalled teaching assistant Patricia Clements to fill a vacancy caused by resignation.• Approved, through resolution, the 2013-2014 tax levy in the amount of $3,497,952, a 2.9% increase from the 2012-2013
school year.• Approved the following personnel: Kayla (Randall) Raut, elementary remedial reading teacher (replaces Lori Koiol who
resigned), effective September 1, 2013, Kristi Miller as a long-term substitute, kindergarten teacher (for Tracy Poli, who is on a parental leave of absence), effective September 3, 2013 through January 24, 2014, physics teacher Mickael Cressman, (replaces Erik Thompson who resigned), effective September 1, 2013, social studies teacher Jacquelyn Corbett, (replaces John Gizzi who retired), effective September 1, 2013, bus monitor William Conklin, and modified soccer coaches for girls and boys, respectively, Cheryl Hubbard and Alan Ingerto.
• Approved the resignation of part-time, teacher aide Kerri Brown and appointed her to a full-time teacher aide position, to replace Holly Loomis who resigned at the end of last school year.
• Honored teacher aide Lacole Langer and bus driver Richard Fowlston with permanent appointment status.
September 12, 2013
• Approved the disposal of our two sets of outdoor bleachers used primarily for varsity soccer games, per Board policy, due to their unsafe condition.
• Resolved to create a part-time (two days a week), ten-month keyboard specialist position to support our new Director of Special Education.
• Approved the consultant proposal of Shelley Warnow to provide support of our staff as a Common Core Instructional Coach for one hundred (100) days during the 2013-2014 school year, under the supervision of the Superintendent of Schools.
• Reviewed the Board’s Policy Committee report within which they recommend approval of amendments to the following Board policies: Section 1000 – By laws, Section 2000 – Internal Operations, and Section 7000 – Students. The Board shall act upon the recommendations at their September 26, 2013 meeting.
• Approved the appointment of Maria Scott, speech teacher, (replacing Amy Taylor who resigned), effective September 13, 2013, and bus driver Ronald Paden, effective September 13, 2013 (replacing retiree Steven Metcalf).
• Honored Alta Wattz, teacher aide, with permanent appointment status.
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Mrs. Brittanie Gibbons joined the Cincinnatus Central School staff last June. Mrs. Gibbons works as the part-time Directior of Special Education. We share her with the McGraw Central School. She attended Mercyhurst College in Erie Pennsylvania. She chose to work with students because she wants to make a difference in the lives of children and society. She believes working in education helps ensure future generations’ success. Before she came to Cincinnatus she worked as a special education teacher at Cortland Junior Senior High School. Mrs. Gibbon’s ultimate career goal was to be a director of special education so our school was the perfect place for her. Also the small size of our community and school really stood out to her. This year she is looking forward to working with
Meet Mrs. Gibbons!
Mrs. Selden is returning to Cincinnatus Central School! She is a Math AIS teacher for grades fifth and sixth. She attended SUNY Oneonta where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree. She has also taken courses to become certified to teach children with disabilities at SUNY Cortland. She chose to be a teacher because she enjoys working with children and hopes to inspire her students to believe in themselves and follow their dreams. Before she came to Cincinnatus she was an AIS teacher at Oxford Academy and Central School for nine years. Five years ago she worked here at Cincinnatus as the Academic Enrichment teacher. This year she is looking forward to helping her students achieve success. Mrs. Selden likes to spend her extra time with her family, taking walks, and reading. She is happy to be back in Cincinnatus. Welcome back Mrs. Selden!
Welcome Mrs. Selden!
Meet Our New High School Guidance CounselorMrs. Carey is the new High School Guidance Counselor. She chose this career because she loves working with students and getting them ready for the world after high school. She thinks it’s extremely important that students leave high school with an idea of what they want to do for their future; whether it means going to college, military, or entering the workforce. Before she came to work at Cincinnatus she worked at DCMO BOCES, Whitney Point High School, and Greene High School in long term leave positions. She chose to work here at Cincinnatus CSD because she grew up nearby and likes this area. She likes working in smaller districts where she is able to really get to know the students, the staff, and the community. Mrs. Carey is looking forward to working at Cincinnatus all year and getting to know the students better. She spends most of her spare time with her husband and daughters, Juliana and Delaney. Her girls are 3 and 1 ½ years old so a lot of her time is chasing them around and playing with them.
Mr. Leigh Wright is the new physical education UPK-12th teacher here at Cincinnatus School. He attended college at SUNY Cortland. He chose this career to make a difference in the community. Mr. Wright worked at USFA, George Junior Free School District and Elemcrest Children’s Center before he came back to work at Cincinnatus Central School. He works a second job in his spare time when he isn’t working here at the school as a physical education teacher. Welcome back Mr. Wright!
Meet The "New" PE Teacher
the teachers and students here. She loves to spend her spare time outdoors with her husband and son. Mrs. Gibbons is a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She even grew up in Pittsburgh. Welcome to Cincinnatus Mrs. Gibbons!
A cool fact about Mrs. Carey is she won a car when she was 18 years old!
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Mrs. Kayla Raut joined the Cincinnatus faculty as the new K-4 AIS reading teacher. She attended SUNY Oswego. Mrs. Raut chose this career because she wanted to help children and make a difference. Before working at Cincinnatus as an AIS teacher she was a long-term substitute teacher here for two years. Before that she was a substitute for Central Square School District near Syracuse. She was also a long- term substitute for first grade there. She chose to work at Cincinnatus because during her time here subbing she had gotten to know the staff and students well and cherished those relationships she built here at Cincinnatus. This year Mrs. Raut is looking forward to meeting and teaching new students, as well as working with students on their reading
Welcome our K-4 AIS Reading Teacher
Mrs. Sarah Leach is the district's new speech language therapist through OCM BOCES. She works with the Cincinnatus and the McGraw school districts. She attended SUNY Cortland where she received both her Bachelor's and her Masters Degrees. Mrs. Leach chose to work as a speech language therapist because she
Meet Mrs. Leach
and writing skills. In her spare time Mrs. Raut enjoys spending time with her family, reading books, being outdoors, and cuddling with her black cat.
loved the idea of working in a school setting. She believes that communication is a vital part of education and life. She wanted to help students improve their speech and language skills in order to help in all aspects of their lives. Before working for Cincinnatus she was an assistant teacher. Mrs. Leach didn’t exactly choose to work at Cincinnatus, because she works through BOCES; she is placed wherever needed. However, during college she did her student teaching here at Cincinnatus and enjoyed the small community setting. This year Mrs. Leach is looking forward to getting to know the students and staff here at Cincinnatus. In her spare time she enjoys coaching and playing soccer, spending time with her dogs, and also practicing her cooking skills! A unique fact about Mrs. Leach is she was born on the same day, in the same hospital as her husband! Welcome Mrs. Leach to Cincinnatus Central School.
Miss. Jacquelyn Corbett is the new Social Studies teacher this year! She teaches Global 1 and Economics and Government. She received her Bachelor of Arts from SUNY Cortland and she is currently in her last semester of grad school at Le Moyne College. Mrs. Corbett chose teaching for her career because she had always enjoyed school. She never thought of it as something she had to do, but something she wanted to do. She loved the chances she had to socialize and get involved in school activities. Before she came to Cincinnatus, Mrs. Corbett was a substitute teacher for Marathon, Homer, and the Syracuse City School district. For the past three years she worked at Skaneateles High School as a teacher assistant. Then, she was a Global Studies long-term substitute. She decided to work at Cincinnatus because she saw how friendly and helpful our teachers and students were. This year she is really looking forward to getting to know the students and staff more. Also, this year she finishes her Master’s program so she is very excited about that! In her spare time she enjoys taking her pitbull, Rose, on walks and runs. She also enjoys sports and watching football and basketball. Miss. Corbett is a huge New York Giants and Syracuse basketball fan. One unique fact about her is she really likes economics. She is fascinated that everything we do is related back to economic theory. Welcome to Cincinnatus Central School Miss Corbett!
Our New High School Social Studies Teacher
Mrs. Clements is returning to Cincinnatus CSD as a Teacher Assistant. She earned her degree from Tompkins Cor tland Community College. Mrs. Clements has lived in Willet for over 20 years with her husband Dave. They have 2 children, Sarah & Matthew, who attend Cincinnatus. In her spare time she enjoys painting, baking (not cooking), reading and being outdoors. But most of all, she enjoys being with family & friends. Mrs. Clements is glad to be back and looks forward to an exciting year. We are happy to have her back!
Mrs. Clements is back in the Elementary!
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Mr. Morrell joined Cincinnatus Central School as a high school science teacher. This year he is teaching regents biology, regents chemistry, and two-year biology. He attended college at SUNY Cortland. A physics teacher during his high school days inspired him to become a high school science teacher. Prior to working at Cincinnatus, he was a laboratory instructor for SUNY Cortland. Mr. Morrell took the position at Cincinnatus because he likes the community and smaller school atmosphere. In the 2013-2014 school year, Mr. Morrell looks forward to inspiring students with fun and engaging science activities and also looks forward to meeting the parents/guardians of his students. In his spare time Mr. Morrell enjoys spending time with his wife and seven month old daughter. He also enjoys staying active by playing sports. A unique fact about Mr. Morrell is that he was nationally ranked in table tennis during his time as a SUNY Cortland student. Welcome to Cincinnatus High School Mr. Morrell!
Welcome back to all Middle School students! It was so great to see everyone in September and I hope everyone has settled in and is ready to have a wonderful and successful school year. I have some exciting and informative Character Education assemblies planned for grades 5/6 and grades 7/8. It is important to cover all bases when educating our students and I hope to provide students in grades 5-8 with guidance in the areas of academic, career and personal/social development and exploration.I will be providing lunch groups again covering a variety of topics; as the school year progresses I will be sending
Character Ed for MS
Mrs. Kristi Miller is the long-term kindergarten substitute teacher for Mrs. Poli this year! Mrs. Miller gradated for SUNY Cortland in 2011 with her Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education. She is currently finishing her Master’s degree at SUNY Cortland. She decided to teach because she loved being able to work with children and educate them in different subject areas. Before she became the long-term substitute in Cincinnatus, Mrs. Miller was a substitute teacher for Otselic Valley and McGraw elementary schools. She chose to work in the Cincinnatus School District because she loves how everyone is
Cincinnatus Welcomes Mrs. Miller!
welcoming and willing to help others in any way. This year she is looking forward to working in the school district she graduated from in 2004! In her spare time, Mrs. Miller likes to read, travel, and spend time with family and friends. Welcome Mrs. Miller and good luck!
Meet Mr. Morrel
out group information and permission slips for any interested students. As always, I am here to help meet any counseling needs for students in grades 5-8; feel free to contact me at any time with questions, concerns or to set up individual counseling for your student. I can be reached in the guidance office at 863-3200 option 3 or at [email protected]. Have a Great Year Everyone!Kim (Olszewski) MacDonald, Middle School Counselor
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Darci Prentice, a senior at Cincy, will be representing our school at this year’s NYSSMA Conference All-State Festival! She will go to Rochester the first weekend in December to rehearse for three days and then perform as an Alto I in the Women’s Chorus, which will be directed by a guest conductor. This is an incredible honor for Darci and for our school, and we will send her along with hopes for a great experience and an extraordinary concert! An achievement such as this does not come easily. Darci has been singing solos for NYSSMA Festivals since 5th grade. Last spring, she performed a setting of the 23rd Psalm by Albert Malotte, a Level 6 solo. She received a perfect rating of 100 with many superlative comments from the adjudicator. We are all very proud of Darci and her achievements through hard work and perseverance, and we wish her the best of luck as she prepares her music for Conference All-State.
Darci Prentice Going to All-State Festival!
CARES Character Education The C.A.R.E.S. Committee would like to thank all the faculty and staff that purchased t-shirts and their commitment to promoting positive character traits in our school community. The Cincinnatus PTO will be offering a youth t-shirt for sale in the near future as a fund-raiser. Our first C.A.R.E.S. assembly was a great success! We are mixing it up this year and are officially a Bucket-Filling School! Ask your student for more details on how they are filling others’ buckets. The month of September and October’s character trait is COOPERATION. We have added acceptance and citizenship character traits to learn and practice too! Every classroom has a goal of filling their classroom bucket to earn a letter and squiggles for their hall bucket. Thank you to Mr. Durkot, Mrs. Eaton, and Ms. Fabian for presenting this month’s assembly! Submitted by Mrs. Aitchison, School Social Worker and Elementary Counselor
Mr. Durkot (above) shows the buckets that will be in every classroom for students to fill. Miss Fabian (below) shows ways
students can fill someone else's bucket, i.e., being polite.
Darci and Mr. Koch practicing for All-State
The character trait for October is Cooperation. The trait of the month is displayed in the school to remind
everyone what they should be working on.
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On Wednesday, October 16, 2013, the school will provide an opportunity for your students to take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). Taking the PSAT is one of many steps toward getting prepared to attend college. Please encourage your student to participate in PSAT/NMSQT program. If your child is not considering college at this point, he or she may still take the test. Taking the PSAT can encourage students to start thinking seriously about life after high school, their goals, and the education needed to reach those goals.The test will be administered at school on Wednesday, October 16 at approximately 8:15 a.m. Your student may register in the guidance office. The cost of the test is $14.00. The registration deadline is Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) will be hosting a college fair on Tuesday, October 15 at 12:00 -2:00pm. All juniors and seniors who are interested may attend. There will be around 100 colleges and universities represented on this day. This will be a good opportunity for your son/daughter to take the time to gather information from interested colleges and to ask questions. We will be leaving the school at approximately 11:25 a.m. and returning around 2:30 p.m. If your son/daughter would like to attend, please have them pick up a permission slip and return it to the guidance office, by Tuesday, October 8. The college fair is also open at night, from 6:00-7:30 on October 15. Submitted by: Mrs. Carey, HS Guidance Counselor
High School Guidance News
This past August, Mr. Kurt Schmidt was recognized as a Distinguished Concurrent Enrollment Teacher at the TC3 CollegeNow Professional Development Conference. Mr. Schmidt's Environmental Science course is offered as a TC3 concurrent enrollment course at Cincinnatus. Teachers can be nominated by colleagues and administrators for the award. Mrs. Mary Warner nominated Mr. Schmidt for the award and in her letter she compared Mr. Schmidt to the pillars that adorn the front of our school; “they are strong, supportive, and stabilizing and something special would be missing if they weren’t there.” Mr. Schmidt is a special teacher, often referred to by students as one of their favorites. At the end of a semester, concurrent enrollment students fill out course evaluations and Mr. Schmidt’s evaluations are filled with statements like “best instructor on the planet”, “caring”, and “phenomenal teacher”. Mr. Schmidt goes above and beyond to make science fun and gives the students opportunities for
deeper understanding and appreciation. He includes a biomonitoring project of the Otselic River and his students teach 4th graders about it, and one of the most anticipated activities is the trip to Raquette Lake each year. This trip is considered by many students to be one of the most memorable experiences of high school. Thank you for all you do for our school and students; you are so deserving of this reward. Congratulations, Mr Schmidt!!
Mr. Schmidt Recognized as a Distinguished Teacher
TC3 Distinguished Concurrent Enrollment Teacher Recipient
As the new school year begins, it is a very busy time for Student Senate. In the month of September we organize the New Student Reception where Senators invite the new students in our district from 9-12 grade to meet us, play games, and have some snacks for a class period. Another event we organize is Spirit Week, from October 7- October 11. Each day of that week has a different theme. Spirit Week is for grades 7-12 to promote school spirit and get everyone excited for homecoming. At the end of the week on Friday, October 11th we host a pep rally for grades 9-12 where we have class competitions and acknowledge all our fall scholar athletes. Parents are also invited to come to the pep rally that day beginning at 1:30 PM. That evening there is also a Homecoming Dance, with the highlight of the evening being the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen. Lastly on Saturday October 12th the varsity soccer teams face rival McGraw where we plan to see all the “Clash at C-State” shirts designed and sold at the beginning of this school year by Student Senate. We hope to see lots of school spirit during spirit week and the rest of the school year.
-Submitted by Student Senate President, Mallory Cobb
A Message from your Student Senate President:
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Ed BakerLarry & Marjorie Raymond BanksLee BementDavid & Kathie Wheeler BerryAlan Blum & Louise DimairaFred & Sally BrownRichard & Lois Rathbone DodgeRoger & Cindy Cass EllisRoy & Sharon Elwood EltzEarl & Shirley GatesWilliam GatesElaine Ingram GiovannoneKathleene Osborne Grabowski
Wayne LandersDon & Bonnie Crandall LewisBen LindemanNancy Papish & BobRalph & Eileen PrestonMichael & Sharon Loomis PryorEmory RiceJohn & Beatrice Maricle SmithJack & Norma Brown StaffordMargery TalutisJerry VailFay & Patti Yeaw
Attending the reunion were:
The 50th year reunion on August 3, 2013 was ahuge success. There were 38 attendees enjoyingthe catered brunch/lunch and reconnecting withclassmates sharing memories and life journeys. Ofcourse everyone looked just as they did when theygraduated!
Three classmates who left Cincinnatus duringgrade school also attended the reunion. They wereElaine Ingram Giovannone, Nancy Papish, andJerry Vail.
A short meeting was held and it was the gen-eral concensus that the reunions should continue.A new planning committee was formed for the 55th
class reunion. The new planning committee willconsist of Lois Rathbone Dodge, Jack and NormaBrown Stafford, with Lee Bement assisting.
The planning committee for the 50th Class Re-union were Sharon Elwood Eltz, Earl Gates, andMargery Talutis.
CCS Alumni Corner Again this year we had an absolute wonderful time during our yearly total school Alumni Reunion. From visits throughout town activities, music under the tent, from the wonderful Cortland County Old Timers Band (ages 12 to ???), to the Kellogg Free Library lawn recognizing Founders Day, Displays at Heritage Hall, Musical Program in the Wilbur Auditorium, to a fantastic dinner in the gymnasium in school. Each year the 50 year grads are recognized and roll call done. Below please see the Class of 1963. Also watch for future Alumni News in the Lion’s Roar. Submitted by: Terena Loomis
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Food Sense News- If You Eat You Qualify!!! Pay with Cash, Check, Money Order!Order By October 12th.---Pick Up on October 25thProjected List for October- Regular Order $15.50
Chicken (bnls/sknls) 1 lb Roasted Potatoes 20 oz Canned Corn, 15 oz Ground Beef 1 lb Mac & Cheese 7.25 Applesauce, 15 oz Polish Sausage 1 lb Frozen Vegetable Blend 11 oz Fresh ProduceFish Sticks 1 lb White Rice 1 lb Fresh Produce
Specials for October:Pork Loins, 7.5 lbs for $18.00Italian Meatballs, 5 lbs for $11.00Chicken Tenders, 10 lbs for $14.00 French Fries, 5 lbs for $4.00Tilapia Fillets, 5 lbs for $14.00Chicken Pot Pies, 2/10 oz for $5.75
Thanksgiving AssistanceApplications will be accepted for Thanksgiving Assistance from October 10th until November 10th at Rural Services Monday-Thursday from 9-5, Friday from 9-1 and Saturday from 9-Noon.
THANK YOU!! - The Rural Services Campaign Committee would like to thank everyone who attended our annual fundraising campaign kick-off for their support. Thanks to your generosity and donations we can keep our doors open and keep helping those in our community. Our campaign runs from now until January and our goal is to ask 1,000 people (or groups) to donate $30.00 to meet our budget to help us so we can continue to help others!!!
Lourdes Mission In Motion Mobile Mammography Van is coming to Rural Services on Monday, October 21st (10am-2pm) If your looking for a local, convenient mammogram choose MIM. New patients always welcome! You do not have to be a patient of Lourdes the results will be sent to the provider of your choice.If you have insurance Lourdes will bill your insurance. If you do not have insurance you may be eligible for screenings at no cost to you. Call the Cortland Health Department at (607) 758-5523 to see if you qualify. NO MONEY IS COLLECTED at the time of your visit.
Rural Services
The annual Corn Festival had a very successful day once again! The Cornfest always takes place on the 3rd Saturday of September; this year the date was September 21, 2013. The festivities commenced with the parade, which included local horses and riders and fantastic floats. On the school grounds you could find booths in the gym, as well as outside, with people selling their wares. They had soap, henna tattoos, fudge and wooden sculptures. What would the Cornfest be without the great food?! As always, there was corn chowder, hamburgers and hot dogs and lots of other goodies. The Art Club offered face painting and the Music Council sponsored a food booth. There was lots of great music to listen to as well. A crowd favorite, The Old Timers Band, returned this year along with the ever popular Aiken Heart band. Thank you to the many community members, students, and advisors that make this festival a success each year.
18th Annual Cincinnatus Corn Festival
The Hay Ride!
The giant corn cob made completely of milk jugs! So cool!
The Aitchison's talking to the Cortland Standard reporter after the parade.
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Student Senate Welcomes New Students To Cincinnatus High School
The Student Senate, along with advisors Ms.Eccleston and Mrs. Silva, welcomed two new students to Cincinnatus High School Thursday, September 19th at the new student reception. It was held in Ms.Eccleston's room. There was plenty of food and many different games to help our new students, Dawn Bernier and Nick Downing, get to know the student senators. We asked Dawn what she liked about the school so far. Dawn, who was formerly home-schooled, said the food wasn’t as bad as she had expected it to be. Nick's favorite part of Cincinnatus is meeting all of the students. Everyone enjoyed some time to talk, and get to know each other. When you see Nick or Dawn, say hi to let them know you are glad they are here! Welcome to Cincinnatus, Nick and Dawn!
Dawn BernierNick Downing
Dawn Bernier (left) and Daisy Schiffer (right) getting to know one another
Upcoming Events:Oct. 7-11 Spirit WeekOct. 7-23 SS Homecoming Shirt SaleOct. 10 Board of Education Meeting 7pmOct. 14 Columbus Day-No SchoolOct. 14-21 Jr. Class Cookie Dough SaleOct. 15-25 MS Student Council Food DriveOct. 17 Spanish Club Dinner 5-6:30pmOct. 18 Food Service Worker Appreciation DayOct. 18 & 19 NHS Haunted House
@ Ambulance StationOct. 23 Board of Education Meeting 7pmOct. 25 Staff Day-No StudentsOct. 31 Harvest Halloween Parade 9amNov. 4 Veteran’s Day-No SchoolNov. 4-15 Sophomore Class Coupon Book SaleNov. 5 NHS Blood DriveNov. 6 French Club DinnerNov. 8 1st Marking Period Ends
Above: Darci Prentice and Nick Downing having
a conversation.
Left: The group playing a game to learn more
about each other.
Student Senate members Liz Golicki and Darci Prentice enjoy their time with the new students
SS Members Shelbie Seeley, Liz Golicki, and Daniel Pierson
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Welcome back to the new school year! As many of you may already know, a requirement to graduate high school in our district is to pass a half credit course called Participation in Government. Most of our seniors have been, or will be taking this course as they look to embark on a very exciting
Seniors Required to Complete Community Service Hours
senior year. As this is their last journey in high school, I believe that this is a great opportunity for students to give back to their community. With this frame of mind, it is a requirement that all seniors need to dedicate 10 hours of their time to community service in order to pass the course. If anyone has any suggestions that may assist our students in achieving their goal of 10 hours of community service, please do not hesitate to contact either Mr. Kaltenbach or Ms. Corbett. Thank you for your dedication to our seniors and the Cincinnatus community.Jeffrey Kaltenbach and Jacquelyn [email protected]@cc.cnyric.org607-863-3200
The 2013-14 Lion’s Roar staff is Tiffany Coish, Bridget Torto and Kimberly Jenney. This is Tiffany’s second year on the staff. She is a senior this year. Bridget joins the Lion's Roar staff for the first time as a senior. Kimberly Jenney is also in her first year as a junior. Kim is looking forward to writing about the interesting things that happen in the community and the school! Bridget is looking forward to learning how the newspaper is made. Tiffany is looking forward to enjoying her last year on the Lion's Roar staff. They all will be learning so much about desktop publishing, meeting deadlines, taking photographs and adding
The 2013-2014 Lions Roar Staff
From Left to Right: Tiffany Coish, Kimberly Jenney, Bridget Torto
a lot of creativity to the newsletter. Ms. Tankalavage is very excited to have such a talented and motivated group to work with. We hope you enjoy the Lion's Roar this year!
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Dear Parents/Guardians,Please find attached copies of our new bus change form below, as telephone bus change requests will not be accepted. We are asking that you fill out the form with all requested information when a bus change is needed for your child. Please return the form with your child on the morning of a requested change. This procedure will help us to inform our drivers of which students will be riding their bus. Students intending to ride a bus other than their assigned bus must have a signed bus change form from parents/guardians. It is important to note that any student without a signed bus change form will be required to ride their regular bus.
We are asking that all changes are done this way for the safety of our children. Bus change forms can be found at the school's visitor center or at our web site at www.cc.cnyric.org under the transportation link. Thank you for your continued support and understanding.Sincerely,Jeffrey L. DeLiaHead Bus Driver
Bus Garage Information
Don't forget to participate in the upcoming Spirit Week, October 7th-11th!
Monday: PJ DayTuesday: Decade Day
Wednesday: Nerd/Character DayThursday: Twin Day
Friday: Red & White DayPlan your outfits now!!
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Cincinnatus Central School DistrictLetter to Parents for School Meal Programs 2013-2014
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Children need healthy meals to learn. Cincinnatus Central School District offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $1.20; lunchcosts $1.70, grades K-6, $1.80, grades 7-12. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Reduced price is $0.25 for breakfast and $0.25 for lunch.
1. Do I need to fill out an application for each child? No. Complete the application to apply for free or reduced price meals. Use one Free and Reduced Price School Meals Application for all students in your household. We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all required information. Return the completed application to: Food Service Office, Cincinnatus Central School District, 2809 Cincinnatus Road, Cincinnatus, NY 13040.
2. Who can get free meals? All children in households receiving benefits from SNAP, the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations or TANF, can get free meals regardless of your income. Also, your children can get free meals if your household’s gross income is within the free limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines.
3. Can foster children get free meals? Yes, foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court, are eligible for free meals. Any foster child in the household is eligible for free meals regardless of income.
4. Can homeless, runaway, and migrant children get free meals? Yes, children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant qualify for free meals. If you haven’t been told your children will get free meals, please call or e-mail, Shelly Warnow Homeless Liaison, (607)-863-3200 to see if they qualify.
5. WHO CAN GET REDUCED PRICE MEALS? Your children can get low cost meals if your household income is within the reduced price limits on the Federal Eligibility Income Chart, shown on this application.
6. SHOULD I FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IF I RECEIVED A LETTER THIS SCHOOL YEAR SAYING MY CHILDREN ARE APPROVED FOR FREE MEALS? Please read the letter you got carefully and follow the instructions. Call the school at (607)-863-3200 if you have questions.
7. MY CHILD’S APPLICATION WAS APPROVED LAST YEAR. DO I NEED TO FILL OUT ANOTHER ONE? Yes. Your child’s application is only good for that school year and for the first few days of this school year. You must send in a new application unless the school told you that your child is eligible for the new school year.
8. I GET WIC. CAN MY CHILD(REN) GET FREE MEALS? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please fill out a FREE/REDUCED PRICE MEAL application.
9. Will the information I give be checked? Yes and we may also ask you to send written proof.10. If I don’t qualify now, may I apply later? Yes, you may apply at any time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or
guardian who becomes unemployed may become eligible for free and reduced price meals if the household income drops below the income limit.
11. What if I disagree with the school’s decision about my application? You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by calling or writing to: Brian Freeman, 2809 Cincinnatus road, Cincinnatus, NY 13040 (607)863-3200
12. May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. citizen? Yes. You or your child(ren) do not have to be U.S. citizens to qualify for free or reduced price meals.
13. Who should I include as members of my household? You must include all people living in your household, related or not (such as grandparents, other relatives, or friends) who share income and expenses. You must include yourself and all children living with you. If you live with other people who are economically independent (for example, people who you do not support, who do not share income with you or your children, and who pay a pro-rated share of expenses), do not include them.
14. What if my income is not always the same? List the amount that you normally receive. For example, if you normally make $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only made $900, put down that you made $1000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but do not include it if you only work overtime sometimes. If you have lost a job or had your hours or wages reduced, use your current income.
15. We are in the military. do we include our housing allowance as income? If you get an off-base housing allowance, it must be included as income. However, if your housing is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income.
16. My spouse is deployed to a combat zone. is her combat pay counted as income? No, if the combat pay is received in addition to her basic pay because of her deployment and it wasn’t received before she was deployed, combat pay is not counted as income. Contact your school for more information.
17. My family needs more help. Are there other programs we might apply for? To find out how to apply for SNAP or other assistance benefits, contact your local assistance office or call 1-800-342-3009.
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2013-2014 INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINESFOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICE MEALS OR FREE MILK
REDUCED PRICE ELIGIBILITY INCOME CHART
Total Family Size Annual Monthly Twice perMonth
Every Two Weeks
Weekly
1 $ 21,257 $ 1,772 $ 886 $ 818 $ 4092 $ 28,694 $ 2,392 $ 1,196 $ 1,104 $ 5523 $ 36,131 $ 3,011 $ 1,506 $ 1,390 $ 6954 $ 43,568 $ 3,631 $ 1,816 $ 1,676 $ 8385 $ 51,005 $ 4,251 $ 2,126 $ 1,962 $ 9816 $ 58,442 $ 4,871 $ 2,436 $ 2,248 $ 1,1247 $ 65,879 $ 5,490 $ 2,745 $ 2,534 $ 1,2678 $ 73,316 $ 6,110 $ 3,055 $ 2,820 $ 1,410Each add’l personadd….
$ 7,437 $ 620 $ 310 $ 287 $ 144
How to Apply: To get free or reduced price meals for your children you may submit an Eligibility Letter for Free Meals/Milk (formerly Direct Certification Letter) received from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, OR carefully complete one application for your householdand return it to the designated office. If you now receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) for any children, or participate in the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), the application must include the children's names, the household SNAP, TANF or FDPIR case number and the signature of an adult household member. All children should be listed on the same application. If you do not list a food stamp, TANF or FDPIR case number for all the children for whom you are applying, the application must include the names of everyone in the household, the amount of income each household member, and how often it is received and where it comes from. It must include the signature of an adult household member and the last four digits of that adult's social security number, or check the box if the adult does not have a social security number. An application that is not complete cannot be approved. Contact your local Department of Social Services for your food stamp or TANF case number or complete the income portion of the application.
Reporting Changes: The benefits that you are approved for at the time of application are effective for the entire school year. You no longer need to report changes for an increase in income or decrease in household size, or if you no longer receive food stamps.
Income Exclusions: The value of any child care provided or arranged, or any amount received as payment for such child care orreimbursement for costs incurred for such care under the Child Care Development (Block Grant) Fund should not be considered as income for this program.
Nondiscrimination Statement: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, politicalbeliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited basis will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.)
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (PDF), found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at [email protected].
Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities and wish to file either an EEO or program complaint please contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Meal Service to Children With Disabilities: Federal regulations require schools and institutions to serve meals at no extra charge to children with a disability which may restrict their diet. A student with a disability is defined in 7CFR Part 15b.3 of Federal regulations, as one who has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities. Major life activities are defined to include functions such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working. You must request the special meals from the school and provide the school with medical certification from a medical doctor. If you believe your child needs substitutions because of a disability, please get in touch with us for further information, as there is specific information that the medical certification must contain.
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Confidentiality: The United States Department of Agriculture has approved the release of students names and eligibility status, without parent/guardian consent, to persons directly connected with the administration or enforcement of federal education programs such as Title I and the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), which are United States Department of Education programs used to determine areas such as the allocation of funds to schools, to evaluate socioeconomic status of the school's attendance area, and to assess educational progress. Information may also be released to State health or State education programs administered by the State agency or local education agency, provided the State or local education agency administers the program, and federal State or local nutrition programs similar to the National School Lunch Program. Additionally, all information contained in the free and reduced price application may be released to persons directly connected with the administration or enforcement of programs authorized under the National School Lunch Act (NSLA) or Child Nutrition Act (CNA); including the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs, the Special Milk Program, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service Program and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC); the Comptroller General of the United States for audit purposes, and federal, State or local law enforcement officials investigating alleged violation of the programs under the NSLA or CNA.
The disclosure of eligibility information not specifically authorized by the NSLA requires a written consent statement from theparent/guardian. We will let you know when your application is approved or denied.
Sincerely, Greg BilodeauFood Service ManagerCincinnatus Central Schools
ACCOUNT RESTRICTION FORM
Student Name: _____________________ Grade and Teacher: ___________________________
Date: ___________________________ School Name: ______________________________________
Important Note: This form should be mailed to the food service office at Cincinnatus Central School or delivered by student/parent to the cafeteria at school. If you have more than one child and would like to place restrictions on each account please fill out a separate form for each student. These restrictions will remain on the account until you fill out a new form requesting they be removed or changed.
Account money to be used for the following:
_____ Ala Carte Snacks may be purchased with cash only
_____ One snack is allowed on
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday (circle)
_____ Two snacks allowed on
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday (circle)
_____ Three snacks allowed (Middle and High School only)
_____ Limit snacks by specific amount per day
$__________Amount
_____ Lunch only/No snacks allowed
_____ Milk Only
_________________________________
Parents Signature
_______________________________Parent Signature
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Date Withdrew__________ Attachment Va F ____R _____D_____
2013-2014 Application for Free and Reduced Price School Meals/MilkCincinnatus Central School District
To apply for free and reduced price meals for your children, read the instructions on the back, complete only one form for your household, sign your name and return it to Greg Bilodeau, Cincinnatus Central School District, 2809 Cincinnatus Road, Cincinnatus, NY 13040. Call (607)-863-3200, if you need help. Additional names may be listed on a separate paper.
1. List all children in your household who attend school:
Student Name School Grade/Teacher Foster Child No Income
2. SNAP or TANF Benefits:If anyone in your household receives either SNAP, TANF or FDPIR benefits, list their name and CASE # here. Skip to Part 5, and sign the application.
Name :______________________________________ CASE #__________________________________
3. If any child you are applying for is homeless, migrant or a runaway, please call this number: Shelly Warnow (607)-863-3200 __________ Homeless Migrant Runaway (Homeless Liaison/Migrant Education Coordinator)
4. Household Gross Income: List all people living in your household, how much and how often they are paid (weekly, every other week, twice per month, monthly). Do not leave income blank. If no income, check box. If you have listed a foster child above, you must report their personal income.
Name of household member Earnings from work before deductionsAmount / How Often
Child Support, Alimony
Amount / How Often
Pensions, RetirementPaymentsAmount / How Often
Other Income, Social Security Amount / How Often
No Income
$ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________
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$ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________
$ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________ $ ________ / ________
5. Signature: An adult household member must sign this application and provide the last four digits of their Social Security Number (SS#), or mark the “I do not have a SS# box” before it can be approved. I certify (promise) that all of the information on this application is true and that all income is reported. I understand that the information is being given so the school
will get federal funds; the school officials may verify the information and if I purposely give false information, I may be prosecuted under applicable State and federal laws, and my children may lose meal benefits.
Signature:__________________________________________________ Date: ___________________
Email Address: ______________________________________________ Last Four Digits of Social Security Number: ***-**- __ __ __ __
Home Phone _________________ Work Phone_____________________ Home Address______________________________________________
DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE – FOR SCHOOL USE ONLYAnnual Income Conversion (Only convert when multiple income frequencies are reported on application)
Weekly X 52; Every Two Weeks (bi-weekly) X 26; Twice Per Month X 24; Monthly X 12
Food Stamp/TANF/Foster Income Household: Total Household Income/How Often: _________________/________________ Household Size: _________________ Free Meals Reduced Price Meals Denied/Paid Signature of Reviewing Official________________________________________________________ Date Notice Sent:________________
I do not have a SS#
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply for free and reduced price meals, submit a Free Meals/Milk Eligibility Letter received from the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance OR complete only one application for your household using the instructions.. Sign the application and return the application to the Food Service Office listed at the top of the page. If you have a foster child in your household, you may include them on your application. A separate application is no longer needed. Call the school if you need help:(607)-863-3200. Ensure that all information is provided. Failure to do so may result in denial of benefits for your child or unnecessary delay in approving your application.
PART 1 ALL HOUSEHOLDS MUST COMPLETE STUDENT INFORMATION. DO NOT FILL OUT MORE THAN ONE APPLICATION FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD.(1) Print the names of the children, including foster children, for whom you are applying on one application. (2) List their grade and school.(3) Check the box to indicate a foster child living in your household, and check the box for each child with no income.
PART 2 HOUSEHOLDS GETTING SNAP, TANF OR FDPIR SHOULD COMPLETE PART 2 AND SIGN PART 5. (1) List a current SNAP, TANF or FDPIR (Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations) case number of anyone living in
your household. Do not use the 16-digit number on your benefit card. The case number is provided on your benefit letter.(2) An adult household member must sign the application in PART 5. SKIP PART 4. Do not list names of household members
or income if you list a SNAP case number, TANF or FDPIR number.
PART 3 Before completing an application for a child who may be homeless, a migrant education student, or a runaway;please call your school’s homeless liaison or migrant education coordinator at this number: Shelly Warnow (607)-863-3200_________________(Homeless Liaison/Migrant Education Coordinator name and Phone Number)
PARTS 4 & 5 ALL OTHER HOUSEHOLDS MUST COMPLETE THESE PARTS AND ALL OF PART 5.(1) Write the names of everyone in your household, whether or not they get income. Include yourself, the children you are
applying for, all other children, your spouse, grandparents, and other related and unrelated people in your household. Use another piece of paper if you need more space.
(2) Write the amount of current income each household member receives, before taxes or anything else is taken out, and indicate where it came from, such as earnings, welfare, pensions and other income. If the current income was more or less than usual, write that person’s usual income. Specify how often this income amount is received: weekly, every other week (bi-weekly), 2 x per month, monthly. If no income, check the box. The value of any child care provided or arranged, or any amount received as payment for such child care or reimbursement for costs incurred for such care under the Child Care and Development Block Grant, TANF and At Risk Child Care Programs should not be considered as income for this program.
(3) The application must include the last four digits only of the social security number of the adult who signs PART 5 if Part 4 is completed. If the adult does not have a social security number, check the box. If you listed a SNAP, TANF or FDPIR number, a social security number is not needed.
OTHER BENEFITS: Your child may be eligible for benefits such as Medicaid or Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). In order to determine if your child is eligible, program officials need information from your free and reduced price meal application. Your written consent is required before any information may be released. Please refer to the attached parent Disclosure Letter and Consent Statement for information about other benefits.
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT: This explains how we will use the information you give us.The Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act requires the information on this application. You do not have to give the information, but if you do not, we cannot approve your child for free or reduced price meals. You must include the last four digits of the social security number of the adult household member who signs the application. The last four digits of the social security number are not required when you apply on behalf of a foster child or you list a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Program or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) case number or other FDPIR identifier for your child or when you indicate that the adult household member signing the application does not have a social security number. We will use your information to determine if your child is eligible for free or reduced price meals, and for administration and enforcement of the lunch and breakfast programs. We MAY share your eligibility information with education, health, and nutrition programs to help them evaluate, fund, or determine benefits for their programs, auditors for program reviews, and law enforcement officials to help them look into violations of program rules.
DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINTSThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited basis will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.)
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (PDF), found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at [email protected]
Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities and wish to file either an EEO or program complaint please contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136 or email at [email protected].
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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Cincinnatus Central School2809 Cincinnatus RoadCincinnatus, NY 13040Telephone: (607) 863-3200 www.cc.cnyric.org
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Cincinnatus Central School District: A community striving to meet all students’ needs, awaken their minds and touch their hearts.
Cincinnatus Central School DistrictBoard of Education
Margaret Peri-PresidentDebra Kressler-Vice President
Peter BushRichard Dodge
Lisa HullJessica Latta
Charles Winters
The Cincinnatus Central School District works to convey information to students, parents, businesses and community members in a variety of ways. One major source of information is the school district website which can be found on the Internet at www.cc.cnyric.org.
Another method of communication within the district is this publication, The Lion's Roar, which is produced by students enrolled in the high school course, Computer Publications. The newsletter is published entirely by students and the printing completed by OCM BOCES. In addition to the website and newsletter, there are also a variety of classroom newsletters, grade reports and parent memos sent home via students and/or mail.
The purpose of these communication tools is to share information about our district, to showcase student, faculty, and staff endeavors, as well as provide resources for students, parents, community members and faculty. We welcome input from all of the school community in making this communication more efficient and more valuable. In utilizing new technologies the district may want to post children's work or pictures on our website and/or in district publications. This could include photos, writings, artwork, or videos recorded for our in-house TV station. Parents or guardians who do NOT wish to have their child’s name and/or photograph on the district web site, in student video productions, in the newsletter or other publications, must notify the district in writing of their wishes. This must be done each school year. Please send any related correspondence to:
Cincinnatus Central SchoolComputer Department2809 Cincinnatus Road
Cincinnatus, NY 13040 orEmail: [email protected]
Notice RegardingDistrict Communications