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Principal's Update
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Last night we were informed of an inappropriate symbol in a classroom. This symbol was a swastika. This morning we followed through with the investigation and have identified the student who drew this symbol. Superintendent Fox-Alter and the police have been notified. Ms. Fox-Alter sent this letter home to the AMD community
Please know that we do not tolerate any symbols of hate. Period.
On another note we had a wonderful 8th Grade assembly yesterday kicking off NYGearUp, a program that supports 8th grade students through their journey from their 8th grade year at AMD to the year after graduation from OHS. This program provides college visits, preparation for high school, navigating the complexities of applying for college, university or other opportunities, and to help your child find their path for life after OHS. We are one of 10 school districts, out of 700+ school districts in New York State that was afforded this grant.
I was especially proud of the behavior of our 8th grade leaders. This is the first assembly as a grade level in five years due to the pandemic and other challenges. You would have been so proud of your child.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sue Ostrofsky
Interim Principal
Principal’s Important Information to Know:
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Halloween Letter - We are looking forward to a fun and safe Halloween at AMD. Please read the linked letter about expectations: Halloween Costume Letter.
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All Staff Parking Lots (front and side of building): Do not use the parking lot for drop off of pick-up. Use the drop off lane. Too many parent cars are entering these parking lots to drop off and pick up of their child. These children are walking between moving staff cars. Dangerous. I implore all that are dropping off or picking up their child, to use the drop off lanes.
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NWEA Fall Reports: Please read below from Executive Director Jessica Turner:
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Students' NWEA Reports will be available in our Infinite Campus Backpack next Thursday, November 2nd. Directions for accessing your Infinite Campus Backpack can be found by clicking the following links (English and Spanish) or by accessing our NWEA Family Reports section under Family Resources on our District's website.
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Math Night Slides/Voiceover: If you missed the Parent Night about our Math Programs, please click here for the AMD Math Night video in English. The Spanish version will be posted next week.
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