HUDSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
Board of Education Vacancy
The Hudson City School District is seeking candidates to fill a vacant seat on the Board of Education. Anyone interested in filling this position should send a letter of interest to Frieda Van Deusen, Clerk of the Board, Hudson City School District, 215 Harry Howard Ave., Hudson, NY 12534 no later than September 27, 2010.
The candidates will be asked to attend the September 27, 2010 Board Meeting to speak to the Board and respond to a list of questions provided to the candidates by the Clerk of the Board prior to the meeting on September 27th. The Board will make their decision at the Board meeting that evening.
Therefore, please contact the Clerk of the Board at 828-4360 ext. 2100 as soon as possible if you are interested in seeking a position on the Board in order that she may send you the list of questions prior to the meeting.
The New Standard for Proficiency in NYS
Scores released on July 28 for this year’s 3-8 English and math exams showed a sharp decline in proficiency from recent years — not because student performance decreased but because the state significantly adjusted the “cut scores” used to classify performance levels. The announcement that the cut scores would be raised came months after the exams were completed this past spring.
This major adjustment was based on research that suggests the need to more accurately indicate “proficiency” on the exams as a better forecast of success in high school and college.
Under the state’s testing system, the cut scores are used to classify students into one of four performance levels. Students at Level 1 are below standard; those at Level 2 meet the basic standard; those at Level 3 meet the proficiency standard; and those at Level 4 exceed the proficiency standard. The higher cut score for Level 3 means that students must achieve at higher levels than ever before in order to be considered proficient.
How does this affect Hudson?
The bar has been set higher, but it’s important that teachers, parents and students understand that student performance is not declining. District leaders have been reviewing and analyzing the test results to draw a comparison between Hudson’s levels of proficiency had the cut scores not changed to what the levels are using the new 2010 measures.
The district has a number of Academic Intervention Services (AIS) in place for students in need of academic support. As they always do, our teachers and staff members will work hard to support our children and their families. We will identify and develop the best course of action to support the academic needs of every student.
Additional information is available: NYSED Presentation
The Local Impact of the New “Proficient”
Now available is a PDF document with information on Hudson ELA and Math test scores. Read more...
Tax Notice
Due to circumstances regarding tax roll completion that are beyond our control, the tax payment schedule normally followed for the 1st installment of taxes, has been tentatively scheduled as follows:
Installment #1 – From August 2, 2010 to September 1, 2010 may be paid without interest or penalty; if not so paid, interest shall be added to the amount of any such installment at the rate of (1) percent for each month period, or part thereof from September 2, 2010 until such installment is paid or the return of the warrant, whichever shall be sooner.
Installment # 2 remains the same and is as follows: From September 15, 2010 to October 15, 2010 during which period the final installment of said tax may be paid without interest or penalty; if not so paid, interest shall be added to the amount of any such installment at the rate of one (1) percent from October 16, 2010 for each one month period or part thereof, until such installment is paid, or to the return of this warrant, whichever shall be the sooner
You can become a role model in a child's life by volunteering one hour of time each week to read and talk with a child over lunch! School Power Lunch is a program devoted to promoting children's literacy and a love a learning through gained reading experiences with caring individuals. To learn more about the program and how to become a volunteer please click here.
Band Program Seeks Instrument Donations
The school band program is seeking musical instrument donations as the the demand for school instruments far exceeds school supplies. If you have an instrument, in any condition, that you are not using please consider donating it to the program. We will put it to good use! To donate please e-mail Scott at VorwaldS@hudsoncityschooldistrict.com.
Greenport School Building
Our vacant Greenport School is up for sale. Click here to view the flyer.
How to Access the Swimming Pool
Those who come to the early morning lap swimming from Monday through Saturday may enter the building from the rear parking lot near the loading dock, on the south side of the junior high school. At other times, access should be available from front or back doors. More Pool Information…