BACK-TO-SCHOOL HUB for 2023-24

IMPORTANT RESOURCES & REMINDERS FOR OUR STUDENTS/FAMILIES

DISTRICT & SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS

Be connected with back-to-school information, including letters from principals and memos from schools, posted on school pages and accessed directly using these links:

•  NYACK HIGH SCHOOL -    http://hs.nyackschools.org
•  NYACK MIDDLE SCHOOL - http://ms.nyackschools.org
•  LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - https://lb.nyackschools.org/
•  UPPER NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - http://un.nyackschools.org
•  VALLEY COTTAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - http://vc.nyackschools.org

Stay up-to-date with District-wide announcements, events and resources:

•  DISTRICT WEBSITE -https://www.nyackschools.org/
•  DISTRICT PRINT CALENDAR 2023-24      
•  DISTRICT SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:@nyackschools Instagram:@nyackschools

• PARENT PORTAL  QUICK LINK TO PARENT PORTAL

Parent Portal is open to all K-12 families and contains your child's school schedule for 2023-24 and school bus transporation information. Parent Portal is directly linked to the student data management system, Infinite Campus, for access throughout the year to important information regarding your child's grades, school records and progress. It is accessible from our website. Look for the parent-child icon on each school site. For assistance, call 845-353-7023 or email mlydecker@nyackschools.org.

FOOD SERVICE & SCHOOL MEALS: QUICK LINK TO FOOD SERVICE

Breakfast and lunch, based on Federal nutritional guidelines, are served in each school. Free and reduced meals are available based on income levels. The District also participates in MYPAYMENTSPLUS as a convenient online payment plan for school meals which allows you to deposit funds directly into an account and manage your child’s meal account online. For more information call 845-353-7035 or email phickey@nyackschools.org.

LOG ONTO MYPAYMENTSPLUS: www.mypaymentsplus.com

FREE & REDUCED MEALS FORMS:
•  Free and Reduced Meal Application
•  Solicitud de Familia para las Comidas Escolares y Leche Gratis o Precios Reducidos 2023-24
•  Aplikasyon Pou Mangi Ak Let Gratis Ou Pri Redwl Nan Lekol Yo 2023-24

IMMUNIZATIONS & SCHOOL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

New York State law requires a health examination for all students entering the school district for the first time AND when entering pre-kindergarten or kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, and 11th grades. Physicals completed within 365 days prior to the first day of school are acceptable.

SCHOOL NURSE CONTACTS:
•  Kathleen Fredericks - Liberty Elementary School - 845-353-7250
•  Laura Weigel - Upper Nyack Elementary School - 845-353-7270
•  Patricia Kozar - Valley Cottage Elementary School - 845-353-7290
•  Susan Cech - Nyack Middle SchooL - 845-353-7210
•  Christine Ucker - Nyack High SchooL - 845-353-7140

MEDIA RELEASE FORM

Throughout the year, photos and videos are captured in our classrooms and schools for visual storytelling on social media, e-newsletters and other promotional purposes. If you wish to opt your student out of photos/videos, please complete the Media Release Form located in the print calendar and posted here:

REGISTRATION:  QUICK LINK TO REGISTRATION

Registration for new students must be done online using the link on our website. An in-person visit by appointment with the District Registrar is needed to provide required documents (e.g., immunization records, proof of residency, etc.). Children who will turn age 5 on or before December 1 are eligible to start Kindergarten in September of that year. For more information call 845-353-7038 or email the District Registrar at smena@nyackschools.org.

RESOURCES/SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES

The Family Resource Center’s (FRC) mission is to ensure the optimal development of all children in the district by supporting families and by advocating and fostering innovative programs and integrated services involving family, school, and community.

FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS:
• Liberty Elementary School: Jennie Elias, jelias@nyackschools.org - 845-353-7247
• Upper Nyack Elementary School: Yessenia Santana, ysantana@nyackschools.org - 845-353-7268
• Valley Cottage Elementary School: (pending) - 845-353-7291
• Nyack Middle School: Wanda Octaviano, woctaviano@nyackschools.org - 845-353-7214
• District-Wide: Joanne Wallace, jwallace@nyackschools.org

COMMUNITY LIAISONS:
• Si ou bezwen enfòmasyon tradui an kreyòl rele nan Jocelyne Abraham - 845-353-7044 (Haitian Creole speakers) , jabraham@nyackschools.org
• Si le hace falta información traducida en español, llame a Yesenia Polanco - 845-353-7042 (Spanish speakers),  ypolanco@nyackschools.org

DISTRICT STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND PREVENTION COORDINATOR:
• Dornzella Milligan, dmilligan@nyackschools.org - 845-353-7134

SCHOOL COUNSELING/GUIDANCE PLAN (K-12)

SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS

School supply lists can be found on our elementary and middle school websites. Lists are organized by grade. HIgh school students will receive their supply lists from teachers on the first day of school: 

TECH/STUDENT DEVICE AGREEMENT: QUICK LINK TO TECHNOLOGY

Family Technology Support - Technology Help Desk 845-353-7075

Students in grades K-8 will receive a Dell Chromebook. High school students will receive a Dell laptop. Devices and the Student Device Agreement will be distributed to all students in grades 1-12 during the first week of school; Kindergarteners on September 26th. Please be sure to review rules and responsibilities and have your child bring the signed consent form back to school.  FYI - Personal devices in class for the 2023-2024 school year will no longer be allowed without direct permission from school administration.

TRANSPORTATION:  QUICK LINK TO TRANSPORTATION

Bus Schedules are available on the Parent Portal and mailed to district families upon request. Bus cards are also mailed home for non-public and specialized transportation. Be sure to talk to your child about bus safety, both on the bus and at the bus stop. For some helpful tips, visit www.napt.org.For more information call Mirna Franco in theTransportation Office at 845-353-7041 or email: transportation@nyackschools.org.

District Announcements

  • The District's 26/27 Proposed Budget Presentation from the 3-24-26 BOE meeting is posted here with the 2026-27 Line-by-Line Proposed Budget

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  • CALENDAR REMINDER for Elementary Families: 2 half-days in March with 11:45AM early dismissal for elementary schools only:19th/27th

    Parents & Guardians of our elementary students,

    Due to upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences for our elementary schools, please mark your calendars for the two upcoming dates that will require Nyack ELEMENTARY Schools (only) to have an 11:45am early dismissal from school:

    - THURSDAY, MARCH 19th 11:45am Early Dismissal from elementary schools only

    - FRIDAY, MARCH 27th 11:45 Early Dismissal from elementary schools only

    Please note that the March 19th date for Parent Teacher Conferences was added to the district calendar AFTER the printing and distribution dates during the summertime, so it does NOT appear on the printed calendar.

    Thank you for your attention to this.

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  • Letter from Dr. LRG regarding the announcement of NHS Principal Saieva's retirement, effective June 30, 2026

    March 5, 2026

    Dear Nyack School Community,

    It is with bittersweet RedHawk pride that I share the news that Ms. Nicole Saieva has announced her retirement from Nyack Public Schools, effective June 30, 2026, following an extraordinary thirty one years of service to our students, staff, families, and school community. 

    Ms. Saieva’s current role of fourteen years as Principal of Nyack High School (NHS) proceeds a leadership trajectory that spans across three decades in our schools. She was Principal of Nyack Middle School (NMS) for five years; Assistant Principal at NHS for four; and Assistant Principal at NMS for one. She began her career in NPS as a middle school science teacher, then English teacher.

    It feels especially fitting at the beginning of National Women’s Month to recognize Nicole Saieva as a true powerhouse - someone whose charisma, strength, brilliance, and influence have shaped our high school community. She has been a driving force for the thousands of students in their educational journey towards graduation.

    As Superintendent, I see that Principal Saieva has led with integrity, vision, and an unwavering commitment to students. She has expanded opportunities, championed meaningful initiatives, encouraged student voice, and been a critical voice herself in cultivating a culture rooted in belonging and high expectations. I believe her legacy will be rooted in a bold love she has had for our babies. On behalf of our leadership team and all staff, I express profound gratitude for Nicole’s service and the tremendous impact she has had on generations of our students.

    Ms. Saieva’s decision comes with a deep sense of pride, stating “I am blessed to have been entrusted with doing what I love to do in this wonderful community. I will be forever grateful for the love and support I’ve received from the students, their families, and the staff throughout my career here in Nyack Public Schools.”  

    Be assured, there will be a thoughtful search consistent with our district hiring process to include stakeholder engagement and identify the next Nyack High School principal who will reflect NPS values and vision. In the meantime, please join me in celebrating and thanking Ms. Saieva for her remarkable dedication to Nyack Public Schools.

    Yours in Education,

    Dr. Lizzette Ruiz-Giovinazzi

    Superintendent of Schools

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  • The 2026-2027 Calendar is now available!

    The 2026-2027 District Calendar was approved during the 3-3-26 BOE Meeting and is posted here for easy access.

    You can also find this and the district calendar(s) for the current school year on the district website under "About Us", where the 2025-2026 Calendar-at-a-Glance is posted along with the pdf version of the district's printed calendar for the school year.

    Please note that scheduling changes may happen after the printed version is sent to families prior to the start of the school year. It is always a good idea to check your individual school's website to stay up-to-date with important reminders and events that get announced throughout the school year.

     

     

     

     

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  • Please be advised that there will be a BOE Policy Committee Meeting on Thursday, March 5th at 10AM.

    THE NYACK BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2026 AT 10:00 AM
    LOCATION: 13A DICKINSON AVE. NYACK, NY 10960

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  • The District is happy to include Valley Cottage Elementary School as a Universal Pre-K site for eligible families. Please note the following

    UPK for the 2026–2027 school year at Valley Cottage Elementary School (VCE) is an option again for parents in the 2026-27 school year.

    District parents of eligible pre-schoolers who are interested in sending their child to the VCE location should complete the UPK application (posted on the Registration page) and specify Valley Cottage Elementary School as their 1st Choice .

    Please note that there is a limited number of available seats for the VCE UPK location, and placement is determined by a lottery.

    If the UPK VCE location is a first-choice site, we strongly encourage parents to select additional sites as the  2nd Choice and 3rd Choice on the UPK application. 

    UPK APPLICATIONS:

    Universal Pre-K Application 2026-2027

    Aplicacion de Pre-Kinder 2026-2027

    Enskripsyon Pre-K Matenel 2026-2027

    Click here for a listing of UPK Locations: UPK Program List 2026-2027

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  • The Internal Audit Status Report for Nyack Public Schools is posted here and will be presented for approval at the 11-17-25 BOE meeting.

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  • Welcome to the 2025-2026 District Calendar! Please mark your calendars with dates, events & opportunities to stay connected all year

    Please note the following dates that have been added to the District Calendar - eVersion/pdf:

    • Elementary Back to School Night - Thursday, September 25 (from 9-11-25)
    • HS Homecoming Dance - Saturday, October 18 (from 10-4-25)
    • Elementary P/T Conferences with 1/2 day for Elem. Only -  December 5 & March 19
    • UN LITP dates - Wednesday, May 20 with Wednesday, May 27 as a rain date 
    • Elementary Family Math Nights:
      • VCE- October 22nd
      • Liberty- October 29th
      • UNES- November 5th
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  • REGISTRATION for incoming Kindergarteners in the 2025-26 school year is open throughout the summer. Be sure to register your Kindergartener!

    Visit our REGISTRATION page for more information and necessary papers for school registration.

    Call our District Registrar at 845-353-7038 during our summer hours, Monday - Thursday, 8:00am-4:00pm

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