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Week of September 26th

Monday, September 26th
  • Elementary Observations Begin
  • Class Rep Orientation: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Lobby
Wednesday, September 28th
  • Caregiver Coffee: 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. in the lobby
Thursday, September 29th
  • Curriculum Night for Lower Level Through Upper Level: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, September 30th
  • Elementary Apple Picking Trip at Fishkill Farms
  • Application Deadline for Sibling Applicants
  • The Doctor is In with School Psychologist Dr. Angela Seracini: 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Upcoming
  • Rosh Hashanah: Monday, October 3rd - School Closed
  • Rosh Hashanah: Tuesday, October 4th - School Closed
  • Curriculum Night for Beginners, Early Program, and Kindergarten: Thursday, October 6

Reminder: Test of the Emergency Alert System
Week of September 26th
We will be conducting a test of our emergency alert system the week of September 26th. All families wishing to receive alerts via text message (in addition to email and voicemail) must opt-in to our emergency alert system. If you have already completed this step during the 2015-2016 school year, no further action is necessary. However, if you changed your cellphone number within the last year, you will need to opt-in with any new numbers or devices. Messages will only be received to numbers that are in our My Backpack database.

Next Steps To Opt-in to Receive Text Messages
  • Simply text "yes" to the number 68453
  • You'll know you were successful if you receive the following reply message: "You are registered to receive aprox 3 msgs/mo. Txt STOP to quit, HELP for help."
  • If you possess more than one cell phone, you will need to repeat this process for each number. In addition to performing the opt-in process above you'll want to insure that the school has your wireless number(s) in our student information database.
Curriculum Night for Lower Level Through Upper Level
Thursday, September 29th | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Curriculum Night for Lower Level through Upper Level parents will take place on Thursday, September 29th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. You will have an opportunity to visit your child's classroom, hear from their homeroom teachers and specialists, and learn more about our curriculum and approach.

Curriculum Night for Beginners, Early Program, and Kindergarten
Thursday, October 6th | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Curriculum Night for Beginners, Early Program, and Kindergarten parents will take place on Thursday, October 6th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. You will have an opportunity to visit your child's classroom, hear from their homeroom teachers and specialists, and learn more about our curriculum and approach.

Child Care Available for Curriculum Night
Should you require childcare for Curriculum Night, please contact Mr. Kagan at kagan@caedmonschool.org or 212.879.2296, extension 371 by Tuesday, September 27th. Childcare is only available to school-aged children.

Elementary Apple Picking Trip
Friday, September 30th at Fishkill Farms
All Kindergarten through Upper Level students will be venturing out into the country this coming Friday to pick apples together, a much-loved and highly anticipated Caedmon tradition. We will be heading to Fishkill Farms at approximately 8:45 a.m. on four charter buses, and will return in time for pick-up. Be sure to check the weather beforehand and dress children accordingly. Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes (preferably sneakers) should be worn. Although it is autumn, keep in mind that children will still need sunscreen. In addition, you may want to send your child with an extra backpack, just in case they pick more apples than can fit in the provided bags. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Quintero at quintero@caedmonschool.org. We look forward to sharing in this delicious tradition!

The Doctor is In: With School Psychologist Dr. Angela Seracini
Friday, September 30th | 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Have something on your mind that you'd like to discuss with Caedmon's psychologist, Dr. Seracini? Drop in for office hours! This is a time when any Caedmon parent can come in to ask questions or seek advice about their children, child development, and parenting issues on an individual basis. Parents are welcome to make an appointment or just drop by. Dr. Seracini's office is just beyond the Nurses' Office on the Main Floor. E-mail address: seracini@caedmonschool.org.

Caregiver Coffee
Wednesday, September 28th | 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Caregivers are invited to learn more about life at Caedmon. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet administrators and staff, connect over coffee, and network with other caregivers. Information will be shared about school policies, and questions regarding your children and their school are welcome. This event is for caregivers/grandparents only.

CFA General Meeting: Magic Planet Demonstration
Wednesday, October 5th | 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | The Lobby
A faculty member will be giving a demonstration our new Magic Planet, a beautiful digital projection globe. Hang out after the demonstration with fellow Caedmon parents and family members to learn about the wealth of events that are in store this year, including the Caedmon Book Fair, the Halloween party, family movie nights, and more. The CFA is looking for volunteers to assist with event planning and coordination. If you're hoping to connect with old friends, make new ones, or if you just want to help out at the school your child calls home, you're welcome to join in on the fun! Schedules are flexible to accommodate working moms and dads, and helping even a little bit goes a long way. And trust us: your kids will be happy to see you at Caedmon!

Photo Day
Wednesday, October 19th and Thursday, October 20th
Get those outfits ready -- the cameras will be here before you know it! We will again be working with the fabulous team of photographers from Stomping Ground Photo. To help you plan, class and individual portraits will be taken against a gray backdrop. 

Submit Student Information Forms
In order for your child to successfully begin school, all Student Information Forms, including medical records, must be completed and returned to the school as soon as possible. You may drop off documents with Pauline in Reception, Sue in the Main Office, or with Nurse Roe or Nurse Neis in the Health Center.

Caedmon: There's an App for That
Please visit the App Store and search for "Advantage for Senior Systems" for the free download. Then, enter the school code "Caedmon." To log on, just enter your My Backpack username and password. For questions about using the app, please contact Simon Prosser at mbp@caedmonschool.or g.

Have a Question? Consult the Caedmon Family Handbook
The 2016-2017 Caedmon Family Handbook can be found here. We encourage all families to read through this document thoroughly to learn more about school policies and procedures. You will also find a helpful photo directory of teachers, administrators, and staff, as well as a list of who to contact.