Events
April 30-May 3 - NYS Grades 3-8 Math Testing
May 13 - Kindergarten Meet & Greet for Incoming Kindergartners ~ 6 PM-7 PM
May 14 - Early Dismissal ~ 12:30 PM
May 20 - PTA Meeting ~ 6:30 PM
May 22 - Kindergarten Meet & Greet for Incoming Kindergartners ~ 6 PM-7 PM
May 24 - No School for Staff and Students
May 27 - No School ~ Memorial Day
May 28 - Kindergarten Trip to CRT, Dwyer Park
May 29 - NYS Grade 4 Science Performance Test
May 29 - Arts Night ~ 6 PM-7 PM
May 29 - Talent Show ~ 7 PM
May 29 - Title I Information Night ~ 6 PM
June 3 - NYS Grade 4 Science Written Test
June 3 - Grades K & 2 Trip to Rosamond Gifford Zoo
June 3 - Grade 3 Trip to CNY Living History Museum
June 6 - Grades 4, 5, 6 Olympics, CHS
June 7 - Kindergarten Celebration ~ 2 PM
June 13 - Field Day
June 19 - Grades 3 &4 Trip to Cortland Crush Game
June 17-21 - Scholastic Book Fair
June 21 - Movie Night ~ 8:30 PM
June 24 - 6th Grade Recognition Night ~ 7 PM, CHS
June 25 - Last Day ~ 12:30 Dismissal
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Principal's Message
As we near the end of the school year I hope you will join us for many of the special events that will be taking place. The PTA has been working with staff to create our end of the year celebrations. Our Arts Night and Talent Show should be something truly special!
Student learning is just as important at the end of the year as it is at the beginning of the year. We will be ending the year strong as we continue to ensure students are prepared for their next steps. Even though the weather is getting warmer, please ensure your student(s) get to bed on time for a good night of rest. Their attendance is also incredibly important. Please make every effort to ensure your student is here on time and ready to learn!
As we near the end of the year, many families have begun to ask questions and express concerns regarding the transition process and next year. Administration is working collaboratively with staff and community members to help ensure a smooth transition. Many questions have been answered on the district website’s
Transition Planning Page.
There are links to view previously answered questions and ask new questions. You are also welcome to contact me at the school, and I am happy to assist in any way that I can.
Thank you for all you do to support student learning here at Barry!
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Early Dismissal Dates
All K-6 students will be dismissed at 12:30 pm on May 14 and June 21. This is AFTER all students have had their lunch. Our faculty and staff will be using this time to prepare for the transition to three elementary schools. Please reach out to Mr. Ashley with any questions.
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Title I Information Night
On Wednesday May 29th, there will be information available to parents regarding Title I.
Title I (pronounced “Title One”) is the largest federal aid program for elementary, middle, and high schools. Through Title I, the Federal government provides funding to school districts around the country based on the number of low-income families in each district. Each district uses its Title I money for extra educational services for children who are behind in school. Schools where more than half of all students are low-income can operate a school-wide Title I project. This includes all Cortland schools.
Local districts, schools, and parents know best what their students need to succeed. Title I allows them to decide how to use Title I money to help students who are behind. In Cortland, Title I funds are being spent in these ways:
- Reading specialists who help students to read and write;
- Math specialists who help students with their numeracy;
- A teacher who works with students for whom English is a new language;
- Professional development and training for teachers; and
- Literacy supplies and materials.
Title I money can also be used for different types of parent involvement activities, such as:
Family literacy activities;
- Parent meeting, training activities, and; resource centers
- Transportation and child care so parents can come to school activities or volunteer;
- Materials that parents can use to work with their children at home.
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Bike Safety
It’s that time of year when the weather is getting better and more outside activities are taking place. This includes bike riding. Please be aware of students, parents, bikes and buses present at any time before, during or after a school day, and always wear a helmet.
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Student Information Updates
It is important that we have the most up to date information for your child. If your phone number, address, or your student's emergency contact information has changed, please contact the office at 758-4150.
In the event of an emergency, we want to be sure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible.
The Yearbooks are In!
The yearbooks are in and they look fantastic! We are currently organizing them for distribution. Yearbooks will be sent home with students on Monday, May 6th. Be on the lookout!
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Student Drop Off & Pick Up
When dropping off and/or picking up students, all vehicles must be parked in a designated parking space. Students being dropped off for school must be dropped off in the designated drop off area in front of the building. Students must use the crosswalk
near the flag and school sign. To ensure their safety when crossing the bus loop, students must look for permission to enter the crosswalk prior to walking.
All cars turning right into the parking lot must park in a designated parking space to drop off or pick up students. Do not block our crosswalks, fire lanes, or handicap parking spaces, as these must be accessible at all times.
Most importantly, please obey our crossing guards, use caution and drive slow while driving through our parking lot. Remember to stop for all pedestrians (children and adults) in the crosswalks and around the parking lot as they enter and exit our building.
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As we move into the warmer spring and summer-like weather, please be advised that our dress code remains in place. Listed below is the Cortland Enlarged City School District Dress Code:
A student’s dress, grooming and appearance, including but not limited to attire, clothing, hairstyle/color, jewelry, makeup, tattoos and nails:
- Should be safe, appropriate and not disrupt or interfere with the educational process.
- Should recognize that revealing garments are prohibited - examples may include: sheer clothing, short skirts and shorts, halter tops, strapless shirts, shirts with spaghetti straps.
- Should ensure all undergarments are completely covered and not visible with clothing, and that abdominal and back areas are completely covered. * Sports bras and tanks are considered undergarments for the purpose of this code and are not to be worn uncovered.
- Students must wear their pants, shorts, skirts at appropriate level at the waistline.
- Clothing and footwear should be seasonally appropriate.
- Shall not include outerwear, coats, capes and similar apparel while inside school buildings.
- Shall not include footwear and garments that are a safety hazard such as, but not limited to: flip flops on a playground. Footwear shall be worn at all times.
- Shall include not wearing head coverings of any kind in the school except for a medical or religious purpose, or where it is as part of a uniform, school sponsored activities or approved by school administration.
- Shall not include items that are vulgar, lewd, obscene, suggestive, libelous or that denigrate others on account of perceived or actual race, color, religion, religious practice, ethnic group, national origin, gender (including expression and identity), sexual orientation, weight or disability.
- Shall not promote and/or endorse unhealthy behaviors such as, but not limited to, the use of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs and/or encourage other illegal or violent activities.
- Shall not include disruptive or dangerous accessories, including but not limited to: spiked bracelets, wallet chains, snap bracelets, face masks and sunglasses.
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Kindergarten Meet and Greet
Barry School will host two meet and greets this month for parents and incoming kindergarten students to meet our staff and participate in some fun activities. You can choose to attend one of the following dates:
Dates: May 13th or May 22nd
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Please call Mrs. Loope at 607-758-4130 to sign up for your evening of choice.
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Positivity Project
For the month of May we will be talking to students about what it means to have a purpose and the qualities of a leader. These are two very important topics. Promoting leadership and sense of purpose from a young age can help students develop a greater sense of self efficacy. It also teaches students to advocate for their beliefs. As children develop into young adults, a sense of purpose and the ability to lead can be essential to helping them reach their full potential.
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News from the Library
There has been so much going on in our libraries to prepare for our transition to three elementary buildings. The librarians have been weeding, reorganizing, and sharing books and resources. Due to the many changes that will happen beginning in early June, we are asking that
all library materials be returned by Friday, May 31st
. During the month of June, the libraries will be in flux. Some of us will have shelving removed and furniture replaced. In addition, all of the libraries will be boxing up books to send out to accommodate our new grade level centers. We will still be seeing/teaching classes, but instead of checking out books, the students will have the opportunity to select and keep discarded books that the District will no longer need. In addition to these oldies but goodies, the students will have access to a variety of E-books.
To access the E-book collections, students can log on to the District website at
Cortlandschools.org.
A list of the databases with access information will be available in each of the elementary libraries for students to take home as a reference.
TUMBLE BOOKS
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There are many books in this collection along with activities that help with comprehension including games and puzzles that are related to the books.
OVERDRIVE
: Once your student finds a book that he/she is interested in reading, click the book and it goes into the student’s book bag. It can be downloaded from there.
MyON
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This database tracks your student’s reading and periodically gives a reading assessment to show his/her growth across time.
These E-book collections are available year-round to our students. Please encourage your child(ren) to use these excellent resources.
Please email or call your librarian if you or your student(s) have any questions regarding E-book access and/or summer reading opportunities. We are always happy to help!
Happy reading!
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Reminders From the Nurse
- Please wash and return any clothing that has been borrowed from the nurse.
- Please call the school nurse at 758-4154 when your child is absent and send in a written note with your child when he/she returns.
- If your child is sick, vomits, has diarrhea, or a fever, please keep him/her home for 24-hours free of symptoms.
- Please update all phone number for parents, guardians, emergency contacts, & work to the main office so the school can call you in case of illness or accident.
- Reminder : NYS mandates a health exam / physical for grades K, 1, 3, 5 and students new to our school district. School physicals are provided by Kelly Hirsch, NP on Thursdays from 9:00-11:00am at Barry School.
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Vaccine Requirements
According to New York State Education Law and Public Health Law, every student attending school must be immunized.
All 5th Grade students entering 6th Grade, or when turning 11 years old, must show documentation of the Tdap vaccine before the start of the school year in September.
All 6th Grade students entering 7th Grade, must show documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine before the start of the school year.
New York State Law requires students be excluded from school without required immunizations. The school nurse will require documentation of the vaccine. Documentation may be sent in or faxed by the health care provider any time. The school nurse expects documentation be submitted prior to the start of school in September.
Documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccine means:
- Written medical documentation of having received the Tdap vaccine from your healthcare provider or the health department. Health Care Provider’s signature and date is required.
- Written medical documentation of having received the Meningococcal vaccine from your healthcare provider or the health department. Health Care Provider’s signature and date is required.
GET A JUMP START AND SCHEDULE YOUR CHILD’S APPOINTMENT NOW! THANK YOU!
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Art News
Come to Barry Arts’ Night, and view Barry School’s Artists' work on Wednesday, May 29th from 6 pm-7 pm prior to the Talent Show. Each student will have at least 2 pieces of artwork in the show! Hope you can make it to honor these fine young artists who’ve worked so hard all year to create such original and unique work!
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The String Corner
Barry Orchestra members are busy preparing for the Barry Spring Concert on Wednesday, May 15th at the Cortland High School. Please arrive no later than 6:30 pm for tuning and warm-ups. We have been working on a dance called the samba, theme and variations, and performing independent parts in our rehearsals and lessons!
We hope to see everyone on our final Barry Spring Concert for the year!
Upcoming Music Department Events:
Thursday, May 16th: Select Orchestra, Select Band, & Select Chorus Concert at Cortland High School at 7:00 pm.
Saturday, May 18th: Darien Lake Trip for all 3 Select groups.
Barry Alumni: Please contact Mrs. Capano if you are interested in performing in the Barry Concert! Please pass the word!
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Band News
Barry Spring Concert:
Wednesday, May 15th @ Cortland High School @ 7:00pm. All band students please arrive no later than 6:30pm for tuning and warm-ups. Dress nicely.
Select Band Concert:
Thursday, May 16th @ Cortland High School @ 7:00pm. All band students please arrive no later than 6:30pm for tuning and warm-ups. Dress nicely.
Darien Lake Trip for Select Band: Saturday, May 18th
Barry Band Beginners!
3rd Grade Beginners have started lessons! They are learning how to be musicians! Instruments are starting to go home. It’s very exciting!
Third graders are learning how to play “Hot Cross Buns”. Way to go Ethan and Noah!
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Music at Barry
Students are beginning to get very excited for the several upcoming events in the month of May. The Band, Chorus, Orchestra as well as all first and second graders will be performing in the school concert on Wednesday the 15th at the high school. They have been working hard to prepare many great selections and a special finale to celebrate our final Barry concert as we know it. The following day, the elementary select groups will be performing again for their concert followed by the Darien Lake Trip on the 18th. Our month will conclude with a very special Arts Night and Talent Show on the 29th for which students will be auditioning and preparing all month. I look forward to seeing you all at these excellent events and as always appreciate your continued support of the arts in our schools.
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Physical Education
Mr. Lacey
The PE Award winners for the month of March are Lia Comtois and David Ford and BentLee Mudge.
Mrs. Ryon
Students did a great job working on stepping with opposition while throwing or rolling a ball. Later on this month, we will work on some scoops with the Kindergarten classes and lacrosse sticks with third and fourth grades. Students in Adapted Physical Education will head up to CNS high school to compete in the Special Olympics on Thursday, May 23rd. They will compete in three events: the 50m dash, softball throw, and standing broad jump. Best of luck to the competitors!
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