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2010-2011 SCHOOL PROGRAMS Grades 9 – 12 A Message from the Superintendent of Schools

You are about to begin the process of The District’s 39 schools pro­vide students selecting your child’s school for September with the academically rig­orous programs 2010. It is important to have all the infor- that are needed for college readiness and mation you need to make decisions that beyond. Every school is organized around are right for your child and your family. This magnet themes and philosophies of catalog will help you in that process. instruction that are delivered in a personal- Whether you are choosing your child’s first ized learning environment where technol- school or the next school on their academic ogy is part of everyday education. journey, you have many options. New for Parents and families are the most impor­tant September 2010 --- fifteen elementary partners in every child’s education. Your schools will accommodate prekindergar- involvement is welcomed and encouraged ten through grade 6 students, with the every step of the way. From the four year new Yonkers Montessori Academy twelve olds in the District’s Prekindergarten Pro- prekinder ­garten through grade 8 schools gram through the members of the se­nior provide an uninterrupted education for class, students are encouraged to embrace ten years, and the two middle schools will the philosophy that “College is in My house only seventh and eighth graders. Future.” It is the job of the Yonkers Public Bernard P. Pierorazio These changes augment one College Board Schools to prepare them for this goal. With preparatory academy for grades 7 through your involvement every child will succeed. 12 and six comprehen­sive high schools for grades 9 through 12.

All Yonkers Schools

• Build essential knowledge and skills in all seven New Counselors, Social Workers, and School Psychologists York State and Yonkers Learning Standards, providing a • Foster partnerships with community organizations, strong academic core in English Language Arts; Math- cultural institutions, and colleges that extend learning ematics, Science and Technology; Social Studies; Lan- beyond the classroom guages Other Than English; Physical Education, Health, and Family Consumer Sciences; The Arts; and Career • Engage parents as partners in education through Par- Development and Occupational Studies ent Teacher Associations, workshops, conferences, open houses, performances, advisory committees, and school- • Implement school themes or philosophies that help stu- based decision-making teams dents understand subject matter and achieve academic success • Introduce career interests through curricular studies, service learning, and real world connections • Use technology as a tool for learning with at least five computers in every classroom, laboratories, library-media • Promote ongoing Professional Development through com- centers, and Internet access mon planning periods, workshops and courses, curriculum development and collegial sharing • Provide targeted instruction in reading and mathematics both after school and during the summer • Improve self-esteem and esteem for others through multicultural education studies and celebrations • Integrate enrichment opportunities through special mag- net experiences, field trips, music and art, arts residen- • Uphold and uniformly enforce the District’s Code of cies, hands-on and cooperative learning projects, and Conduct and Uniform Policy for Students and Staff to extracurricular activities provide a safe, orderly learning environment for students • Offer supplementary support services through Title I Read- • Stimulate curiosity and creativity through hands-on ing and Mathematics, Resource Rooms, ESOL, Guidance exploration and discovery School Choice Applications will be mailed the first week in January to all currently enrolled 8th graders, 6th graders at Montessori schools and students registered new for September 2010. School Choice www.yonkerspublicschools.org School Choice Weeks for All Students All for Weeks Choice School visit our site on the internet Wednesday, January 6 through through 6 January Wednesday, New Students for September 2010 Saturday, January 23, 2010 23, January Saturday, 28 Wells Avenue • Building #2, Yonkers, NY – Call to make an appointment at the Information Center, Applications will be accepted at all Map oftheYonkers PublicSchools Parent Information Enrolling intheYonkers PublicSchools Interscholastic Athletics ESOL andTransitional BilingualEducation Special Education Transportation Yonkers PathwaystoSuccess High Schools The SchoolChoiceProcess -Who,How, WhenandWhere Individual SchoolDescriptions General Information and the Information Center......

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Table of Contents The School Choice Process Citywide instructional magnet schools include Montes- January 6 through 23, 2010 sori Schools 27 and 31, Saunders Trades and Technical High School, Yonkers High School, Palisade Preparatory Yonkers Public Schools is committed to a School Choice School and the academically talented programs at the Process that is open and equitable to everyone. Selecting PEARLS Hawthorne School and Yonkers Middle School. a school for your child involves several steps. Some schools or programs have academic entrance re- • Read about the schools in District brochures or on quirements. Applications are accepted from any student the web at www.yonkerspublicschools.org. without serving any particular attendance zone. Sibling • Make an appointment to visit schools of interest, preference applies to schools that do not have entrance take a tour and review the school’s literature. requirements. • Submit a completed application by January 23, Facts you need to know! 2010. Completed applications may be hand deliv- • Applications are accepted from January 6 through ered or postmarked on/before January 23, 2010 to 23, 2010. Remember to keep your receipt. the Information Center, 28 Wells Avenue, Monday • All on-time applicants will be placed through the through Friday, 7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, School Choice Process. January 9 and January 23 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • All late applicants will be accepted, but placed on • Applications are accepted at all Yonkers public schools. waiting lists based on the date received. The wait- The School Choice Process allows parents the op- ing lists will be maintained until October 31 of the portunity to select from any Yonkers public school school year, with the exception of the waiting list that has available seats. There are two (2) types of for Montessori Prekindergarten that will be main- preference given to applicants – sibling and attendance tained throughout the school year. zone. First preference is given to siblings of currently en- • No changes will be made to an application once it rolled students based upon seat availability if the school is has been submitted. selected as the first choice on the official application. Sib- lings are defined as brothers or sisters living in the same • Students will be assigned to one of their choices The School Choice Process household. Preference must be requested on the applica- by a random selection process. tion at the time it is submitted. Sibling preference does • Currently enrolled students completing the highest not apply to schools or programs that have entrance grade level at their present school must complete requirements or require special education placement. an application. All schools have attendance zones. These schools give • Students entering the school district after the preference based upon seat availability to students liv- deadline date will be placed in schools based on ing within the attendance zone of the school. seat availability. School assignments for attendance zone schools are • School placements are conditional upon students made in the following order: successful completion of the current school year. • Siblings - if the school is selected as the first choice If students are retained, they will be required to on the official application, remain at their current school. • Special education students and placements for • If a family has more than one child applying for bilingual exiting students, school placement, an application must be submit- ted for each child. • Bilingual placements for students exiting the pro- gram in their present school, • Some specialized services for students with disabili- ties or students who require bilingual education • Eighty percent (80%) of the available seats will are not available in all schools. go to attendance zone students who request the school as their first choice, • Applications for schools or programs with aca- demic entrance requirements will include a review • Twenty percent (20%) of the available seats will be of the student’s transcripts and/or other criteria for made available to students from throughout the placement. school district who request the school. • The Yonkers Public Schools relies on information Preference must be requested on the application at the provided by parents/guardians for placement. If time it is submitted. this information is found to be incorrect, the stu- dent’s school placement may be changed. 2 school programs Who MUST submit a School Choice Application How are parents and students notified about the for the 2010-2011 school year? September 2010 school assignments? Students currently enrolled in a Yonkers public school: Results of the School Choice Process and requests for On the Elementary School Level: change of school will be mailed directly to parents by the end of June 2010. • Montessori 6th graders at Schools 27 and 31 How can parents request a Change of School On the Secondary School Level: Assignment from the school their child currently • All 8th grade students attends? • All 9th grade students at Saunders Trades & Currently enrolled students in a Yonkers public school Technical High School who would like to change their school assignment for New Students for September 2010 September for reasons other than transitioning to middle school or high school must complete the Change of • All pre-registered students School Assignment Request Form. If the request cannot • If your child is not pre-registered, contact the Infor- be accommodated, the student will remain at their cur- mation Center at 376-8050 rent school. Completed forms may be hand delivered or postmarked on/before January 23, 2010 to the Informa- How do you obtain a School Choice Application? tion Center, 28 Wells Avenue, Monday through Friday, • Applications will be mailed to students currently 7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. or to any Yonkers public school. enrolled in: The Change of School Assignment Request Form is – Grade 6 Montessori Schools 27 and 31 available at the Information Center and online at www. – Grade 8 yonkerspublicschools.org in Forms Central. – Grade 9 at Saunders Trades & Technical High If you need assistance during the School Choice School Process, what services are available to you? • School Choice Applications will be mailed to all The Information Center provides information regarding pre-registered new students for September 2010 instructional programs, educational choices, school as- The School Choice Process • If you are not currently enrolled or pre-registered, signments and general information about the Yonkers call the Information Center at (914) 376-8050 Public Schools. The Information Center’s hours during School Choice Weeks: When must the School Choice Application be submitted? – 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ONLY to accept applications – 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to enroll students by appointment • All School Choice Applications MUST be submitted between January 6 through 23, 2010 For further information contact: (914) 376-8050 Where must the School Choice Application be returned before January 23, 2010? • To the Yonkers public school in which your child is currently enrolled • At the Information Center and all Yonkers public schools the weeks of January 6 through 23, 2010

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 3 General Information • Century Honors, Advanced Placement (AP) or In- Each of Yonkers’ seven high schools provides a compre- ternational Baccalaureate (IB), college-link courses hensive academic program structured within Smaller and Tech Prep courses for students who want to Learning Communities adopting the research-based pursue post-secondary education Breaking Ranks School Reform model. Smaller learning • Targeted instruction in compliance with No Child Left communities feature an interdisciplinary, team-teaching Behind legislation approach to instruction with an emphasis on personaliz- Support Staff ing the learning environment for students and families. The support staff consists of counselors, social workers, All high school students enroll in the courses required by psychologists and nurses. Guidance counselors help stu- the State Board of Regents and the Yonkers High Schools High dents plan for college entrance and career assistance. Board of Education for a high school diploma. In ad- dition, all high school students are required to take School Safety: Yonkers Public Schools trained Safety Regents level courses. Beyond these required courses, all Officers are assigned to each high school to assist in schools offer a full range of extracurricular activities. maintaining a safe learning environment. Each high school provides: The following pages will inform you about our high schools. Each school description includes: • Exciting theme/career programs which provide students with an opportunity to gain in-depth The Theme/Philosophy - details about the instructional knowledge of subjects that truly interest and moti- program vate them The Partners - partnerships or affiliations with outside organizations, colleges or universities whose collabora- tions enrich the learning experiences of our students

C.A.R.E. - Comprehensive Alternative Reform Educational Program

The C.A.R.E. Program is the district high school credit The C.A.R.E. Program is housed at 201 Palisade Avenue, recovery program. The main objective of the program is with classes on Monday through Thursday evenings to assist students with meeting their graduation require- from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Office hours for C.A.R.E. ments in their cohort year. Additionally, the program aids are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 students who missed their cohort and want to obtain a p.m. and Fridays from 9am to 4:00 p.m. Courses avail- regular high school diploma. Students are encouraged able include English Language Arts, Social Studies, to maintain an active day school schedule in addition to Mathematics, Science, Health, Physical Education and attending the twilight C.A.R.E. Program. Visual Arts. For further information contact: C.A.R.E. (914) 376-8648.

4 school programs Palisade Preparatory School Grades 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 in September 2010 Program will expand to Grades 7 to 12 in September 2011 201 Palisade Avenue • Yonkers, NY 10703 • (914) 376-8177 • College Board Academy • School uniforms are required for all students

The Theme/Philosophy College Board Center of Learning Palisade Prep uses College Board programs and services to Smaller Learning Communities supplement and enhance New York State and school district • Established in collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates curricula. The College Readiness System helps students Foundation smoothly transition from one grade to the next, experiencing consistency through the middle grades and into high school, • No admission requirements; 80 students per grade will be and eventually from high school to college. randomly selected from applications • Springboard English Language Arts, a unique program • School uniforms are required for all students designed around the rigorous College Board Standards • Whole school smaller learning community with a total of for College Success, prepares students in grades 7-12 to 560 students master the critical thinking, reasoning, and writing skills and competencies needed for success in college-level work • College Prep learning environment where students must possess a strong sense of motivation • CollegeEd is a program designed to give all students the very best college planning and academic preparation • Parents and students must affirm their commitment to the advice. Aligned to the American School Counselor Associa- high standards of the program tion’s National Standards for School Counseling Programs, • College Board Schools maintain the mission, values, and CollegeEd materials include personalized learning-style core elements to prepare its students for access to and suc- options and assessment criteria cess in college • MyRoad is a web-based tool that enables students to explore more than 175 college majors, 450 careers, and 3,500 colleges and universities, and includes an assessment

College Board Academy that identifies students’ strengths, learning preferences, Palisade Preparatory School College Board Schools are designed around the values of motivators, and development opportunities clear, high expectations, an all-encompassing commitment • PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholar- to learning, meaningful relationships, challenging and ship Qualifying Test) administered to high school stu- engaging teaching and learning practices and programs, and dents are used to assess students’critical reading, math, instructional, collaborative leadership. College Board Schools and writing skills adhere to five core elements: • SAT Readiness Program is the College Board’s collection of • Alliances of mutual respect between the College Board online, print, and professional development resources to and the district to create a school that increases students’ help prepare students for the SAT, including full-length prac- opportunities for college success tice tests and personalized feedback to guide further study • Organized for student success by knowing and caring more • SAT Reasoning Test is the independent, standardized measure of a student’s college readiness, measuring critical about each student in order to foster high levels of produc- reading, writing, and mathematical reasoning skills tivity, fulfillment, and interest in learning • Advanced Placement Program is a voluntary program that • Centers of learning where College Board Programs and offers high school students the opportunity to take one or Services drive academic rigor more college-level courses while they are still in high school • Led and staffed by outstanding professionals with deep • ACCUPLACER is the first and only computerized adaptive knowledge of their subject matter and learning processes, placement testing program over the Internet, which twelfth strong leadership skills, and a commitment to create and graders will have access to in preparation for college admission. participate in a community of continuous learners • Supported by fully integrated, cutting-edge technology in The Partners every element of teaching, learning, and operations This school works closely with the following agencies, institutions and/or colleges: Expectations for College Board Academy Students • The College Board • 100% school-wide attendance rate • Bezak Environmental and Education Center • Students taking State examinations will be at or above • Museum of Westchester grade level proficiency • • Students who attend Palisade Prep from seventh to twelfth • Other agencies, institutions, and colleges as the program grade will be accepted into college develops

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 5 100 Shonnard Place • Yonkers, NY 10703 • (914) 376-8350 • Grades 9-12 • Academy of Medical/Health Professions

The Theme/Philosophy Patient Management Smaller Learning Communities • Career exploration in the diagnostic and therapeutic career pathways • Medical/healthcare schoolwide focus • Diagnostic career pathway explores careers that • Three smaller Medical/Healthcare communities involve assessing patient health status at a point in within the school: Patient time • Management, Medical Technology Services, and • Therapeutic career pathway is involved in careers that Gorton High School Medical Research and Development change the health status of patients • In the tenth grade students, based on their career • Students in Patient Management explore careers in interest, enter one of the healthcare career strands: medicine, dentistry, nursing, veterinary medicine, and Diagnostics, Therapeutics, Health Informatics, Sup- public health port Services, or Research and Development • Hands-on experiences in medical arts in their medi- • The Academy of Medical Professions course of cal microbiology, medical assisting, and anatomy study is based on the National Consortium on and physiology classes, practicums, internships, and Health Science Education’s National Healthcare mentorships are available Foundation Standards • Certificate programs available in emergency medical • Core area teachers in each of the communities/ services, pharmacy technician, certified nurse aide pathway use integrated, interdisciplinary, project- based medical/healthcare curriculum • College credit classes in Medical Terminology, College Algebra, English, Anatomy and Physiology I and II are • Rich learning experiences and real world applica- available through Westchester Community College tions are integrated into the curriculum and practi- cum experiences • Student-led conferences are scheduled twice a Medical Technology Services year for parents • Career exploration in the health informatics and • Students will take National Consortium for Health support services Science Education (NCHSE) Assessment and Certifi- • Health informatics documents patient care where- cate Program for eventual CTE certification as support services create a suitable environment for providing management Academy of Medical Professions • Health informatics careers deal with the commu- nication of medical information accurately and Ninth Grade within legal and regulatory bounds, the reading of All students in the ninth grade will enroll in a medi- medical records for billing and coding purposes, cal class that incorporates all eleven of the National and the design of effective systems and processes Healthcare Foundation Standards and includes careers within the healthcare system exploration in patient management, medical technol- • Support services deal with the maintenance of ogy services, and medical research and development. equipment, housekeeping, dietetics, central sup- Fundamentals of Healthcare course also includes career ply, agricultural, horticulture plant sciences and exploration, determination of learning styles, develop- environmental services ment of personal learning plans, and preparation for the • Hands-on training readies students for immediate student-led conferences. employment • Technology, field trips, and internships are an inte- gral part of this program

6 school programs Medical Research and Development • Jewish Council of Yonkers • Career exploration and techniques used in scientific • Junior Achievement of Hudson Valley, Inc. research for biotechnology, behavioral science, envi- • Westchester County Department of Parks, ronmental, or mathematical research and develop- Recreation and Conservation ment • Julia Dyckman Andrus Center • Students are taught the process of bibliographic re- search to obtain scientific papers on the topic of their • Hudson Valley Audubon Society

choice in the first year of study • Greyston Community Gardens Gorton High School • During the second year, students will prepare a • Moorsemore and Luther Burbank Garden Clubs statement of their course of study to obtain a men- • Untermyer Park tor who will assist them in carrying out an original research project • Groundwork Yonkers • Last year of study, students will prepare a paper and • presentation of their study for competitions such • Anita Friede and Associates as Intel Science Talent Search and Intel Science and • Center for Secondary School Redesign Engineering Fair • Education Development Center • Students who obtain a mentor can earn up to twelve • Chamber of Commerce college credits from SUNY Albany • All students will complete two practicum or intern- Colleges and Universities: ships before graduation • SUNY Albany • The Partners • This school works closely with the following agencies, • Lehman College institutions and colleges: • Westchester Community College • St. Joseph’s Medical Center • • St. John’s Riverside Hospital • Columbia University Teachers College • Cochran School of Nursing • • Nepperhan Community Center • Syracuse University • Yonkers Partners in Education • Sanford Brown Institute • National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship • • Hudson River Museum of Westchester • Lenior Nature Preserve

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 7 Lincoln High School Grades 9-12 375 Kneeland Avenue • Yonkers, NY 10704 • (914) 376-8400 • Finance and Business Development Academy

The Theme/Philosophy e-Commerce Smaller Learning Communities • The objective of this course of study is for students to gain an understanding of businesses in the economic • All students participate in a one of three smaller Fi- system and to acquire a basic understanding of theo- nance/Business communities in grades 9 through 12 retical concepts, principles, rules and issues • Small groups of students are taught by a team of • Student will apply problem-solving techniques to real designated core area teachers using interdisciplinary world business situations with critical and creative instruction Lincoln High School means • Rich variety of academically sound support and study • Subjects covered in this course of study include: skills opportunities finance, accounting, marketing, e-management, • Integration of extensive curriculum enrichment op- electronic marketing, online business strategies, man- portunities agement information systems, website development • Personalized learning and counseling and IT applications • Students will have an opportunity to follow a con- centration in the Academy of Finance curriculum Finance and Business Development Academies or the specialized e-Commerce programs Academy of Business Leadership Scientific Research and Students in this academy will have an opportunity to fol- Business Development Academy low a concentration in the Academy of Finance curricu- lum or the specialized e-commerce programs. • Students design grant and project proposals, review scientific literature, devise and modify experimental Academy of Finance protocols, college and manipulate data, draw conclu- • Affiliation with the National Academy Founda- sions based on data, and explore the research and tion (NAF), an acclaimed national network of high development of new, innovative products school career academies, offering college bound • Original science investigations and products will be students rigorous, career-themed curricula created created and tested in the Lincoln High School scien- with current industry and educational expertise, tific research laboratory and at partner laboratories paid internships, and job shadowing experiences. • Students will have the opportunity to follow a • Students will be prepared for post-secondary edu- concentration in the Scientific Research or Business cation and careers in the financial services industry Development programs. through a theme-based, contextualized curriculum • Students who successfully complete the Scientific approach. Research program may receive up to 12 college • Academic learning experiences are combined credits from the University of Albany with hands-on work experience to help students • Students participating in the Business Develop- develop the thinking and problem-solving skills ment program participate in National Foundation so critical to post-secondary education and career for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) national and success. global programs

8 school programs The Partners Arts Industry Academy - This school works closely with the following agencies, The Business of The Arts is the Art of Business institutions and/or colleges: • Hands-on training in business career in the visual • NFTE – National Foundation for and performing arts industry Teaching Entrepreneurship • Skills in marketing and promotion are developed • Future Business Leaders of America through the use of modern technology including

• Lambda Alpha Beta Gamma Lincoln High School e-tailing, website development and maintenance, • City & Suburban Bank digital recording, music scoring and editing, con- tracts, personal management, entertainment law, • CitiGroup and business of intellectual property • PEPSICO • Practical experience through paid and non-paid • HSBC Bank internships, mentoring and shadowing • Bank of America • Four year program of study in a capstone entre- • Lincoln Center Institute, Center for preneurial practicum applying business knowledge Secondary School Redesign in a problem-solving lab environment and develop business action plans • Education Development Center • Arts industry careers intertwine with performance • The College Board and visual arts training in Technical Theater (Stage • Junior Achievement of Hudson Valley, Inc. Craft and Design) Vocal and Instrumental Music, • Healthy Respect Drama, and Visual Art • Memorial Sloan Kettering • Professional experiences with renowned perform- ing artists and Arts business leaders • National Academy Foundation • Stew Leonard’s • Neuberger Museum • Hudson River Museum of Westchester • Westchester Conservatory of Music • Y.P.I.E. - Yonkers Parrtners in Education Colleges and Universities: • SUNY Albany • SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center • Lehman College • Fordham University • Manhattan School of Music • Johnson and Wales University • Westchester Community College • Borough Manhattan Community College • Bronx VA Medical Center • Albert Einstein School of Medicine • Queens College www.yonkerspublicschools.org 9 Riverside High School Grades 9-12 565 Warburton Avenue • Yonkers, NY 10701 • (914) 376-8425 • Environmental Science, Engineering, & Technology Academy (Admission Requirements)

The Theme/Philosophy • Visualization Tools: Hands-on experience with walk- through animations and realistic renderings Smaller Learning Communities • Documentation: Use of planning models that turn • Two unique state-of-the-art “University” Programs into construction documents that clearly and accu- reflect the 3Rs of the 21st Century – Rigor, Rele- rately depict the structure, and include sections and vance, and Relationships – each housing grades 9-12 elevations to incorporate into drawings • Teams of students within each academy are taught by teams of subject teachers using interdisciplinary instruction Environmental Engineering

Riverside High School (Admission Requirements) • Math, science, and technology integration is the hallmark of each academy Students will engage in designing, developing, and evaluating structures, equipment, and systems that pro- • Extra academic support, study skill development tect the environment from the effects of human activity. and club activities aligned are supported by the 21st Engineering allows students to think and problem solve. Century Gateway Program Through scientific analysis and synthesis, students find • Personalized learning and advisory program solutions to environmental problems, which maximize both their academic rigor and sense of community. Their classroom projects will reflect inquiry-based learning and Environmental Science, Engineering environmental awareness in their Project Lead the Way and Technology Academy and Synergy II classes. These courses sharpen critical Students will create sustainable, productive, and aes- thinking, design, and communication skills crucial to post thetically appealing human environments using natural secondary education and careers in architecture engi- ecosystems as models. Through experiential, participa- neering, environmental science, and environmental law. tory, and classroom learning, students will explore the • Project Lead The Way Engineering Program: A four- relationships between personal, social, and ecological year sequence of courses, which introduces students sustainability in the rich context of life via Auto CAD to the scope, rigor, and discipline of engineering that technology integration, 3D virtual tour and design for includes: “green” building. The Autodesk animation program will enhance students’ communication skills, develop team- • Introduction to Engineering Design: Provides models work and problem solving strategies, as well as prepare of product solutions using solid modeling computer students for future careers in “green” construction and design software interior design visualization. • Digital Electronics: application of electronic circuits • Environmental Science: Exploration of the current and devices issues and trends in environmental science and op- • Specialization Courses: Computer Integrated Manu- portunities for volunteerism, internships, careers, and facturing - robotics and CAD design, Civil Engineer- professional mentorships. Exposure to waterfront and ing and Architecture - interrelationship and interde- urban development and ecological issues for creating pendence through product and site planning and eco-friendly environments in collaboration with com- building design, Aerospace Engineering - hands-on munity partners, Beczak Environmental Center and projects developed with NASA in aerodynamics, Groundwork Yonkers space-life sciences, and systems engineering, and Bio- • Interior and Landscape Design: Exploration of archi- technical Engineering - develops and applies knowl- tectural/engineering design plans and building code edge and skills in biology, physics, technology, and specifications, sustainable, productive landscaping, mathematics creating, editing, and visualizing solids and surfaces, and interacting with simulated models

10 school programs • Capstone Course: Engineering Design and Develop- • Graphic Design: Students will engage in projects of ment places students in teams with the aid of a com- environmental graphics and urban design involving munity mentor, to research, design, and construct a the use of Desktop Publishing, software including solution to an open-ended engineering problem that Adobe Photoshop, Adobe encompasses preparing progress reports, a written • Illustration and Adobe In Design: Students will report, and defense of their solutions to a panel of explore the use of environmental graphics as public outside reviewers. information tools • Synergistic Learning Systems: Curriculum ‘Suites’ in a laboratory setting take students on an exploration

of various science, engineering, and technology do- The Partners Riverside High School mains, such as AgriBiotechnology, Alternative Energy, This school works closely with the following agencies, institutions Digital Animation, Digital Manufacturing, Aerospace and/or colleges: Rocketry, Hyper-media, Information Technology, • Industry and Cultural Partners: Robotics, and Home Makeover, Career and Financial • Beczak Environmental and Education Center Management. • GroundWork Yonkers • Robotics: Riverside Envirobotics Team, students using • Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE) engineering skills in designing and building a robot. Students will participate in competitions sponsored • Nepperhan Community Center - by FIRST, USA. 21st Century Gateway Academy Program • Riverfront Development Association • Environmental Law: Exploration of the origins, poli- cies, and enforcement of environmental law and the • Manhattan College- Association of Civil Engineers (ACE) relationship to advertising and marketing trends • Green Policy Task Force • College Board for Advanced Placement Courses Hyper-Media Production • CELF – Children’s Environmental Literacy Foundation • The Gaia Institute Students will learn about environmental issues and cur- • NAOHSM – National Association of Oil Heating rent trends in eco-friendly living through Digital Film- Service Managers making, Eco-Podcasting, and Video Production. Hands on exposure to professional video and lighting equip- Colleges and Universities: ment will be used to produce public service announce- • Manhattan College School of Engineering - ments, podcast webisodes, documentary films and ACE Mentor Program various other projects. • Fordham University • Digital Video and Animation: Exploration of the occu- • Law School and pations and functions of video and animation skills in Dyson School of Environmental Science demand across a variety of related field, such as web • Columbia University – Teachers College Center design, television, film, architecture, commercials, for Technology and School Change and the process of imaging • Fashion Institute of Technology • Hyper-Media Content: Exploration of Apple Final Cut • Rochester Institute of Technology Pro software, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe AIR effects to prepare students for careers in • New York Institute of Technology broadcast journalism, digital video production, edit- • St. John’s University ing, screen writing, sound design and more. • Long Island University • Iona College • Mercy College www.yonkerspublicschools.org 11 Roosevelt High School Grades 9-12 631 Tuckahoe Road • Yonkers, NY 10710 • (914) 376-8500 • Collegiate Academy • Academy of Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, and Science

The Theme/Philosophy Some of the highlights associated with the Collegiate Academy include: Smaller Learning Communities • Dual Credit (HS and College) Courses: Awarded upon • Two smaller communities within the Collegiate Academy successful completion of the class as well as passing the for Science and Technology, each housing grades 9-12 college placement examination administered at Roosevelt, • Teams of students within each of the communities are include Biotechnology, Elements of Geometry, College taught by teachers who work together across disciplines Algebra with Trigonometry, Global History from 1648, Roosevelt High School and magnets to take on new ways of teaching 20th Century U.S. History, Composition and Literature, • Engage students in rigor and high quality learning and Creative Writing • Extra academic support and study skills • Collaboration: Westchester Community College profes- sors and Roosevelt faculty develop and lead college readi- • Integration of rich learning experiences and real world ness and credit-bearing course and seminars applications • Academic Support Center: Counseling and tutoring pro- • Personalization is the central theme in each student-cen- vided to prepare students for admission to and success in tered academy college • ACT/SAT: All 11th and 12th grade students will be Collegiate Academy for Science and Technology required to sit for the ACT (American College Testing Program) and SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), and will be Collegiate Academy assisted with test prep, essay writing, college application, The Collegiate Academy is an interdependent smaller financial aid, and parent information learning community offering students an Advanced College Experience (ACE). Partnered with Westchester Community College to provide rigorous college courses in a high school setting, students can earn up to 15 college credits beginning in the 10th grade and obtain an Associ- ates Degree after five years of study, which would include one year of study spent on Community College campus.

12 school programs AMETS Academy The Partners The Academy of Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, This school works closely with the following agencies, institutions and Science Students embraces a wide range of natural and/or colleges: and physical sciences, including the “Project Lead The • National Academy Foundation Way” (PLTW) principles of teaching and learning, us- • Hudson River Museum and Planetarium ing a hands-on approach, called activities, project, and problem-based learning. This approach to learning, based • Gilder Lehrman Institute for American History Roosevelt High School on brain-based research, adds rigor to traditional technical • Jacob Burns Film Center programs and relevance to traditional academics. The cur- • U.S. Coast Guard riculum makes math and science meaningful to students • NASA by engaging them in real world, hands-on experiences where they understand how the skills they are learning in • Nepperhan Community Center/Yonkers Partners in Education – Gateway Academy the classroom can be applied in everyday life to the benefit of their community and society. • NFTE – National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship Programs offered in AMETS include: • Shop Rite Supermarkets, Inc. • Center for Secondary School Redesign • Robotic and Bio-Engineering: Introduction to Robotics and Engineering Design and exploration of Robotic Engineer- • Education Development Center ing Analysis, Design, and Problem Solving, Principles of • Y.P.I.E. - Yonkers Partners in Education Engineering, Engineering Design and Development and Colleges and Universities: Bio-technical Engineering • Westchester Community College • Academy of Information Technology - AoIT - through its affiliation with the National Academy Foundation offers • Manhattan College School of Engineering students an industry-based curriculum in com¬puter ap- • Mercy College plications, graphics, web-page design and development, • Java and HTML, digital media, systems support and main- • Iona College tenance, digital networks, and database management • Sarah Lawrence College • Marine Biology: Exploration of the plants and animals that • Columbia University Teachers College live in the sea and the work of biological oceanographers. • Fordham University • Astronomy: Exploration of the solar system and the earth’s place in the universe, star charts, astronomical technolo- • SUNY Purchase gies, and education and careers • Rochester Institute of Technology • Automotive Technology: Introduction to Careers, Financial Management for Technology, Automotive Mechanics I-III • Digital Television Media/Video: Exploration of the oc- cupations and functions of Digital Production – TV Production, Digital Production – Commercial Illustration, 3-D Animation

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 13 Saunders Trades and Technical High School Grades 9-12 183 Palmer Road • Yonkers, NY 10701 • (914) 376-8150 • Technological Sciences Academy (Admission Requirements) • Occupational Sciences Academy • Vocational Sciences Academy

The Theme/Philosophy Occupational Sciences Academy Smaller Learning Communities Students will be prepared for post-secondary education or immediate entrance into the workforce with applicable Ninth Grade Academy certification and licensing. In the senior year, eligible stu- • Teams of approximately 100 students taught by dents may participate in a cooperative experience. core area teachers using interdisciplinary instruc- • Cosmetology provides training in all procedures tion and flexible scheduling needed to take the New York State practical and • Extra academic support and study skills written licensing exam. Chemistry of Cosmetology and Related Art are integral parts of this program. • Integration of rich learning experiences • Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management fo- • Students are introduced to Technological, Occupa- cuses on food preparation, presentation, baking tional and Vocational Sciences for spring program techniques, safety, sanitation, nutrition and dining selection room service • Student Advisory program which teams small • Fashion Design emphasizes the art of clothing groups of students with a teacher/mentor for the design, assembling, fitting and finishing, pattern entire year making, related arts, textile science and computer assisted design Technological Sciences Academy • Graphic Communications and Pre-Press Produc- (Admission Requirements) tions teaches an array of professional graphic Students must meet academic entrance requirements in applications, page layout and design and visual math and science. Instruction is geared towards prepar- aesthetics while preparing students for careers in ing students for Advanced Placement examinations. the graphic/printing and visual communication (*Denotes that physics is a required course) industries • Architecture Technology* - emphasizes working drawings, construction, structural detailing, render- ing and computer-aided design and drafting • Construction and Facilities Management – incor-

Saunders Trades and Technical High School and Technical Saunders Trades porates architecture, engineering construction, surveying, landscape design, estimating and facili- ties management • Bio-Chem Technology and Society* - an intense and rigorous course of study encompassing bio- logical and chemical curricula, hands-on extensive laboratory sessions; field work, research driven experimentation; independent studies in collabo- rations with local colleges and near by science institutions, coursework culminating in Advanced Placement Exams in the sciences • Electronic and Computer Circuitry* - provides a background in pre-engineering for electronics

14 school programs Vocational Sciences Academy The Partners Students are prepared to enroll in post-secondary techni- This school works closely with the following agencies, cal programs as well as the workforce upon graduation. institutions and/or colleges: In the senior year, eligible students may participate in a • Xerox cooperative experience. (** Denotes a national certifica- tion exit exam required for students). • National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers • Automatic Heating/Air Conditioning** provides • National Automotive Training Education Foundation technical knowledge and practical experiences for • NASA - Robotics Alliance Project residential and commercial buildings. Instruction includes environmental science and welding in Colleges and Universities: conjunction with the National Association of Oil • St. John’s University Heating Service Managers • Westchester Community College • Automotive Mechanics** provides training in com- • Manhattan College puterized and manual troubleshooting, diagnos- • Fordham University tics, maintenance and repair of motor vehicles • New York Institute of Technology • Carpentry – instruction encompasses fundamental wood-working, construction of concrete forms, • Monroe College framing and blueprint reading for residential and • Baran Institute commercial buildings • Columbia University Teachers College • Lincoln Tech • College of Westchester Saunders Trades and Technical High School and Technical Saunders Trades

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 15 Yonkers High School Grades 9-12 150 Rockland Avenue • Yonkers, NY 10705 • (914) 376-8191 • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) (Admission Requirements) • International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) • School uniforms are required for all students

The Theme/Philosophy – Complete and pass courses and examinations in six pre- scribed areas Smaller Learning Communities – Complete a two-year interdisciplinary seminar; Theory of Expanding Our Global Community Knowledge, intended to relate learning from concepts, historical events, current events, and issues of importance in Yonkers High School Yonkers Yonkers High School all disciplines • The International Baccalaureate Programme is the cor- – Compose a 4,000 word research Extended Essay nerstone of the school’s college preparatory curriculum – Complete the requirements for Creativity, Action, Service, and is designed to prepare students for post-graduation independently fulfilling 150 hours of extracurricular and/or entrance to universities in the United States and around service activities the world • Although IB courses can only be taken by juniors and • Students who are accepted to be part of this rich seniors, all juniors and seniors are encouraged to take at academic environment should possess a strong sense of least two IB courses before they graduate. An official IB motivation and dedication. Both parents and students certificate will be awarded for each course successfully need to maintain a commitment to fulfilling the high completed standards of this program. • Graduates can receive college credits and be placed into • School uniforms are required of all students college honors classes by attaining high scores on their IB examinations International Baccalaureate Programme (IB): Honors IB and Diploma The Partners (Admission Requirements) This school works closely with the following agencies, • Students must have demonstrated high academic per- institutions and/or colleges: formance as part of the entrance requirements. Entrance is based on report card grades, standardized test scores • International Baccalaureate Organization and the selection of Yonkers High School during the ap- • Yonkers Public Library- Riverfront Branch plication process • Yonkers Partners in Education • Students and parents must sign the school’s Placement • Groundwork-Hudson Valley Agreement indicating that they will adhere to the school uniform policy and Code of Conduct, as well as main- • Maria Ferrari Children’s Hospital tain their academic standing • Yonkers Department of Social Services • MYP/Honors IB courses are offered in grades nine and • Hudson River Museum of Westchester ten, a required personal project is completed in grade • My Sister’s Place ten • Jewish Council of Westchester • Coursework is focused on philosophy and the integra- tion of knowledge as it influences our world • Junior Achievement of Westchester • Students are guided as they strive to develop the • Y.P.I.E. - Yonkers Partners in Education characteristics of IB Learners: inquirers; knowledgeable; Colleges and Universities: think¬ers; communicators; principled; open-minded; caring; risk-takers; balanced; and reflective. • Columbia University Teachers College • Students take New York State Regents examinations • Fordham University as well as IB examinations and are required to take a • Iona College Foreign Language and a visual art or music course • Manhattan College • Students graduating with both an IB Diploma as well as • Sarah Lawrence College a Yonkers High School diploma must fulfill the following requirements: • Pace University 16 school programs Vive School Yonkers Pathways to Success 75 Riverdale Avenue • Yonkers, NY 10701 • (914) 376-8600

Yonkers Pathways to Success offers instructional pro- External High School Diploma Program grams for out-of-school youths and adults. Designated as 21 Years Old and Over a Literacy Zone by the New York State Education Depart- The program provides adults with the opportunity to ment, this serves as a center for comprehensive educa- demonstrate their competencies by means of a system tion and support services that assesses both generalized and individualized skills. Candidates are required to complete projects at home and attend weekly review sessions. Successful comple- Adult Basic Education tion of the program leads to a regular high school 18 Years Old and Over diploma. Adult education programs are offered to all residents of the City of Yonkers. A special effort is made to reach out to the parents of the children who attend the Yonkers GED Public Schools to participate, free of charge, in any of the Yonkers Pathways to Success is an official New York Yonkers Pathways to Success programs. State test site for the GED examination. Applications and schedules for the GED are available at Yonkers Pathways to Success. Pathways to Success Yonkers Basic Skills Instruction This course of study concentrates on individual student goals, such as reading skills, mathematic skills, vocabulary English as a Second Language development and life management. This program assists foreign born students who have difficulty speaking, reading, writing or understanding the English Language. In addition to family and community High School Equivalency Programs living, there is an increased emphasis on incorporating Drop-In Program 17-18 Year Olds workplace and vocational English.

The Drop-In Program is designed to offer basic skills, GED Workforce Preparation and preparation and life skills to those students who have Adult Occupational Education recently dropped out of high school. The flexible sched- ule includes twelve hours per week of class instruction, Employment programs include: Retail Trades, Data Entry, counseling and work exploration. Students successfully Word Processing, Culinary and Health Aide Training. Job completing this program are referred for the GED exam. Placement is available.

High School Equivalency Program Special Features of Many Programs 18 Years Old and Over • Day, Evening Session This program prepares students for the GED exam’s • Free of Charge separate testing areas: reading skills, writing skills, social • Open Enrollment studies, science and math. Students work at their own pace on specific subject areas, as needed. • Prescriptive Testing • Computer Instruction • Employment Preparation • Job Development www.yonkerspublicschools.org 17 School Bus Safety • When crossing in front of the school bus, wait and The Yonkers Public Schools’ Transportation Policy is based on look for the proper signal from the driver, then the philosophy that the bus ride is an extension of the school cross 10 feet in front of the bus, looking both day. To ensure the safety of each passenger, it is the respon- ways to make sure all traffic is stopped sibility of all students to be aware of, and comply, with all • Get off only at the stop assigned established bus safety procedures. Therefore, the department’s goal is to provide the safest and Eligibility Criteria most efficient system for all the youngsters it serves. Transportation will be provided ONLY to students who To assist in maintaining this goal, the department requests attend a school that meets the District’s transportation that parents stress the importance of proper behavior, safety requirements. and the respect for all others’ rights. • Students eligible for transportation will be notified All students who are 8 years old and in 3rd grade or older are before school begins in September allowed off the bus at their assigned bus stops. All younger Transportation students must be met by a parent/guardian or designee. • Students attending non-public schools must sub- mit an application for transportation. This must be done every year Expected Behavior Applications are available from the • Be at the bus stop ready to board the bus 10 minutes Transportation Department before the scheduled time Deadline: April 1, 2010 • While waiting for the bus, line-up quietly on the side- For further information contact: walk, keep off private property and conduct yourself in (914) 376-8015 a safe and polite manner • Wait until the bus is at a complete stop before board- ing Student Transportation • Obey the bus driver The Information Center at 28 Wells Avenue, Building #2 is the site that assists students who have become • Avoid all unnecessary noise. No profane language misrouted while en route to their homes after school • Never place hands, arms or any other body parts out of hours. the windows or doors These students must be picked up at the Information • Never touch any bus equipment Center as soon as the parent/guardian is contacted and • No fighting, hitting, horseplay, eating or drinking on informed that their child is there. the bus For further information contact: • Never throw anything out of the bus windows (914) 376-8015 • Remain seated at all times until the bus has reached its final destination

ATTENTION: High School Students

High School students must pay for bus transportation to portation that is designated for specific areas of the City. public and parochial high schools. The cost for the Yonkers Public Schools Bus Pass/Stu- To be eligible for a Yonkers Public Schools Bus Pass/Stu- dent MetroCard is $25.00 each month ($250 for the dent MetroCard students in grades nine through twelve school year September to June) for students eligible for must reside one and one-half (1 ½) miles or more from transportation. Families that meet the District Policy and the school they attend. provide documentation from the Department of Social High school students eligible for transportation can Services indicating qualifying family income may receive purchase, at their high school, a Student MetroCard for transportation free of charge. public transportation (Bee-Line Bus) or a Yonkers Public There will be a $10 charge for all lost student metro Schools Bus Pass (bus sticker) for yellow school bus trans- cards.

18 school programs The Yonkers Public Schools provides a continuum of Spe- Committee on Special Education (CSE) for School- cial Education Programs for students with a broad range Age Students (5-21) of educational disabilities. The Committee on Special Education (CSE) is a multidis- In accordance with the Reauthorization of the Federal In- ciplinary team consisting of a chairperson, psychologist, dividuals with Disabilities Education Act (I.D.E.A.), the laws a special education teacher and a general education of the State of New York and the Committee on Special teacher who are knowledgeable about the student’s Education require consideration of the least restrictive performance, and a trained parent member who is a par- environment first, in order to meet the individual needs of ent of a child with a disability. Evaluations are reviewed students. These needs may be met in settings such as a by the team to determine if a student has an educational general education class with related services, an integrat- disability and is eligible for Special Education services. ed class or a self-contained special education class. An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed and placement is recommended in the Least Restrictive Special education students must participate in the School Special Education Choice Process. Special Education students are eligible Environment (LRE). to apply for all school and vocational programs. Admin- Committee on Special Education istrators, teachers and guidance counselors can assist in (914) 376-8209 selecting a school. Special Education Placement and Services (914) 376-8205 Knowing About Special Education Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) for 3 and 4 Year-Olds Part 200 of the Regulations of the Commissioner The Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) is of Education a multidisciplinary team that determines whether a 3 or These regulations inform parents and school districts of 4-year-old child is a “preschool student with a disability” procedures that must be followed for students who may and is eligible for Special Education services. be identified or who are already classified as having an educational disability. They also include the definitions Committee on Preschool Special Education of the thirteen disabilities, responsibilities of the district, (914) 376-8173 school and Committee on Special Education, the con- tinuum of services and due process rights. Part 100 of the Commissioner’s Regulations These regulations focus on elementary and second- ary general education programs. According to Section 100.2(s) “Each student with a disability condition … shall have access to the full range of programs and services set forth in this Part to the extent that such programs and services are appropriate to such student’s Special Educa- tion needs.”

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 19 Yonkers School English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is Library Media & Information Services offered in all schools to limited English proficient stu- Yonkers School Library Services provides support dents, K-12, who speak languages other than English. for library media programs throughout the District. The ESOL Program uses English as a Second Language In addition to the support given for instructional (ESL) Methodologies to allow students to learn English library media programs for students, Library Ser- from concrete to abstract levels of language through vices provides many services and resources not only spiraling instruction. The program helps students de- for Library Media Specialists, but also for teachers, velop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing administrators and staff. through content area instruction. ESOL students par- Collaboration between teachers and the Library ticipate in all districtwide and individual building activi- Media Specialist is strongly encouraged, in order to ties. This is a required program for all Spanish speaking emphasize interdisciplinary approaches and meet limited English proficient students whose parents have Yonkers and New York State Standards. Many re- opted them out of a bilingual program. sources are found in each School Library Media Cen- Transitional Bilingual Education Program (TBE) is ter and on the internet. The Yonkers School District, offered at School 13, de Hostos School, Enrico Fermi through Library Services, subscribes to several online School, R. C. Dodson School, Montessori School 31, resources. There is also a searchable Union Cata- Roosevelt and Yonkers High Schools. The program is log on the Yonkers Public Schools website, where available to Spanish-speaking students who are limited records of the books and materials in all the School English proficient, as defined by the New York State Library Media Centers are posted. In most cases, Education department. TBE offers instruction in the your Library Media Specialist can direct you to these content areas that enriches comprehension by using web-based resources that will be valuable to you in Spanish Native Language while fostering English Lan- lesson preparation and pursuit of information. guage development. Parents have an option to choose Resources physically housed at Library Services a Transitional Bilingual Education Program, however, include: ESL is a state mandated program. • Professional Library - Contains general and The ESL component for all students in ESOL and TBE subject specific reference books, Newbery addresses social and academic English. Social English is and Caldecott award winners, big books, supported through interaction with English proficient flannel board stories, and audio books. An students. At the same time, the English as a Second extensive list of professional periodicals is also Language (ESL) component develops the skills of listen- subscribed to by Library Services. The School ing, speaking, reading and writing through the content Library Media Specialist has lists of these ma- area instruction. The goals of all ESL programs are to terials, except for the reference books, which provide a transitional approach to develop fluency in can be found in the Union Catalog on the YPS English in order to meet proficiency and graduation website. requirements. • Video/DVD Library - Includes approximately Screening and Assessment 2,188 Videos, 412 DVDs. Approximately 1,200 The Yonkers Public Schools follow the NYSED guide- of the videos and DVDs have a copyright date lines for screening and placement of students. For after the year 2000. The videos and DVDs are initial screening and identification, all new entrants to either indexed in the film catalog available in the programs are administered the Home Language

Library Media & Information Services your Library Media Center or are searchable in Questionnaire (HLQ). If the HLQ indicates a language the online Union Catalog on the YPS website. other than English is spoken in the home, the student • All members of the Yonkers Public Schools is then administered the Language Assessment Battery- community are urged to use their school Revised (LAB-R) for placement. To assess student library and to contact the Yonkers School language growth, determine continuation of services, and be in compliance with NCLB guidelines, the New Library System Headquarters to learn more Bilingual Education ESOL and Transitional about the variety of services available to them. York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) is administered annually to all English • Library Services also offers database searches and Language Learners in grades K-12. Interlibrary Loan services. You may contact your School Library Media Specialist with a request or The ESOL Program is offered in every school from call Library Services directly at 914-376-8181 or grades Kindergarten–12. email [email protected]. ESL Services For further information contact: (914) 376-8231 (914) 376-8181 Transitional Bilingual Education Program (914) 376-8272 20 school programs A dynamic Interscholastic Athletic Program is vital to the 2. Must maintain 90% attendance in all classes educational and social development of students. The 3. Must adhere to the District’s Code of Conduct Yonkers Public Schools athletic program provides an en- 4. Must pass physical education vironment where students develop sports skills, physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and respect for others Students falling below in any of the above areas during that will prepare them for success in their adult life. As the previous marking period will be placed on proba- team members, students are encouraged to face chal- tion (may practice and play). A bi-weekly review of their lenges, strive for excellence and become leaders. Consid- progress will be conducted by the Athletic Director to ered a model for quality secondary athletic programming determine participation status. The Administrative Liaison in New York State, the District maintains rigorous eligibil- for Athletics will review, verify and make the final deter- ity standards, requires appropriate student conduct and mination regarding playing status. If no improvement is emphasizes safe participation for athletes. evident, students will be prohibited from playing until they meet the minimum standards as enumerated above. Every effort is made to support the athletic program with the best facilities, uniforms, equipment and with the • Medical Examination most qualified coaching staff available. Coaches provide Each student will receive an adequate medical examination a sound, positive philosophy taught in a safe and health- and must obtain approval from the school physician. ful environment. • Health Status Review The opportunity to participate in our sports program is Students must have a Health Status Review performed afforded to all eligible secondary students in grades 7-12. by the school nurse to update the student’s health his- More than 1,800 students participate in the interscholas- tory, unless a full medical examination has been given tic athletic program under the direction and supervision within the preceding thirty (30) days. Based on the of approximately 120 qualified and certified coaches. results of the Health Status Review, a pre-physical and/or complete physical will be conducted whenever required. Eligibility Standards for • Insurance Interscholastic Athletics The school district’s accident insurance coverage is pro- Before being permitted to try out, practice or participate vided by the Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc., which has a fixed in any interscholastic athletic activity, students must be benefit schedule based on the nature of the injury. A enrolled in a Yonkers secondary school and fulfill each of percentage of the excess coverage is provided after the the following requirements: individual family coverage has been utilized. • Attendance Requirements

• Parent/Guardian Consent Form Interscholastic Athletics The signed Parent or Guardian Consent Form must be com- Students absent from school may not practice or participate in pleted and submitted before the start of each sports season. athletics that day. Absence, cutting and lateness to class can result in the student being dropped from the team. • Academic Eligibility Policy To participate in Interscholastic Athletics students: For further information contact: Health/Physical Education/ 1. Must have a 70% average on their report card for Interscholastic Athletics Department the previous marking period (914) 376-8292

Seasonal Sports and Competition Levels The following is a list of sports by season and level of competition. Specific teams vary from one school to another, and are dependent upon interest, facilities and budget.

Fall High School Middle School Winter High School Middle School Sports Grades 9-12 Grades 7-8 Sports Grades 9-12 Grades 7-8 Football Varsity, JV Modified Track Varsity Cheerleading Varsity, JV Modified Wrestling Varsity Modified Cross-Country Varsity Skiing Varsity Soccer (Boys) Varsity, JV Modified Volleyball Varsity, JV Modified Spring High School Middle School Swimming (Girls) Varsity Sports Grades 9-12 Grades 7-8 Tennis (Girls) Varsity Baseball Varsity, JV Modified Golf Varsity Winter High School Middle School Sports Grades 9-12 Grades 7-8 Lacrosse Varsity Basketball (Boys) Varsity, JV Modified Softball Varsity, JV Modified Basketball (Girls) Varsity, JV Modified Tennis Varsity (Boys) Bowling Varsity Track Varsity Cheerleading Varsity, JV Modified Soccer (Girls) Varsity, JV Swimming (Boys) Varsity www.yonkerspublicschools.org 21 Enrolling in the Yonkers Public Schools Proof of Residence • To enroll a student you must be the parent/guardian Three proofs of residence, such as the following, are and a resident of the City of Yonkers required: • Students who are new to the Yonkers Public Con Edison bill; telephone bill; bank account statements; Schools or re-entering the District can enroll Cablevision bill; W-2 Form; current water bill; property throughout the year, including during July and tax statement; payroll stubs; lease or deed; voters reg- August istration card; DSS budget sheet; letters from agencies • Enrollments are completed Monday through Friday or caseworkers; validated post office change of address at The Information Center (914) 376-8050 between form; Section 8 or Municipal Housing Statement. 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. by appointment only. Guardianship The School Choice Process takes place once a year. Legal proof of guardianship is required for students who Parents new to the District can apply for September 2010 are not residing with their natural parents. school assignments during the School Choice Process. If enrollment takes place after this period, parents will Immunization Certificates receive a placement letter by June 2010. Immunization Certificates must be signed by a physician At what age can a child be enrolled for and must indicate that the student has been immunized September 2010? or is in a program to guard against: • 3 or more doses of diptheria toxoid (DPT or DT) • For prekindergarten, four years old with a birth date on or before December 1, 2006 • 3 or more doses of trivalent oral polio vaccine (OPV) or inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) • For kindergarten, five years old with a birth date on or before December 1, 2005 • Live measles vaccine given after 12 months of age • Live rubella vaccine given after 12 months of age Who must enroll the student? • Live mumps vaccine given after 12 months of age The parent/guardian who resides in the City of Yonkers • Second dose of measles vaccine, preferably measles, must enroll the student. mumps, rubella (MMR), given at 4-6 years of age Where are the students enrolled? • 3 doses of Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) or 1 dose administered on or after 15 months of age Parents/guardians must enroll their child at the • 1 dose of varicella vaccine after 1 year of age for chil- Information Center dren born after 1/1/98 Yonkers Public Schools • 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine for any child born after Administration Annex 1/1/93 and all children entering grades 7, 8 and 10 28 Wells Avenue, Bldg. #2 Yonkers, NY 10701 • Tuberculin test (PPD) every 2 years (914) 376-8050 There are exemptions from immunizations provided for by the law where immunization, in a physician’s opinion, What are the hours for the Information Center? would endanger the child’s health, or where immuniza- Monday through Friday from tion is contrary to the parents’/guardians’ sincerely-held 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. religious beliefs. Applications for exemption on either of the above grounds must be presented to the Yonkers What documents are required to enroll your child? Public Schools in writing. The following documents must be presented at the time Immunizations may be obtained from: Enrolling in the Yonkers Public Schools Enrolling in the Yonkers of enrollment: A private physician or the Westchester County Health Birth Certificate Department (FREE OF CHARGE) by making an appoint- Birth certificates for students born in the City of Yonkers ment at: may be obtained from: Westchester County Department of Vital Statistics Health Department City Hall - Room 107 Yonkers Office Nepperhan Avenue 20 South Broadway Yonkers, NY 10701 Yonkers, NY 10701 (914) 377-6017 (914) 231-2500/2522 Birth certificates for students born outside of the City of For further information contact: Yonkers may be obtained from the city or state where the (914) 376-8050 child was born. 22 school programs Communication Parent/Teacher Conferences with the Board of Education Trustees Private meetings with teachers can be arranged throughout The public is invited to address the Trustees of the Board the school year to discuss your child’s progress and specific of Education on school district policy issues prior to the educational needs. When appropriate, our teachers and ad- beginning of each Stated Meeting. These meetings are ministrators will also take the initiative to contact parents and held on the third Wednesday of the month in the Saun- guardians to discuss a child’s individual needs. ders Trades & Technical High School Auditorium. Persons Open House Night wishing to address the Board on agenda or non-agenda items should see the Executive Assistant to the Board Each school has an annual Open Houses Night where parents prior to communication from the community at 7:00 PM. and guardians are invited to meet with teachers for classroom orientation. The evening provides parents with an overview Agenda abstracts of Board meetings are available to the Parent Information of course work and teacher expectations. Open House Night public at the Stated Meeting. schedules are announced by individual schools. Board of Education meetings are televised live on In addition, there are Special Day and Evening Open Houses WDMC-TV cable television Channel 75, Verizon Fios held prior to School Choice Weeks in all schools to help in the Channel 38 and on the school district website. Consult process of selecting a school. the Program Schedule for the re-broadcast schedule of meetings. Webcasts of meetings are available on the Parent Teacher Associations school district website. The Yonkers Parent Teacher Association (PTA) plays an impor- For further information regarding Board meetings contact: tant role in the education of children. PTA is the largest vol- unteer child advocacy organization in the country. We work Trustees Office to ensure a quality education for all children and provide a Board of Education forum for open discussions on various issues of concern to One Larkin Center Yonkers, New York 10701 parents and guardians. Each individual unit works with the Tel. (914) 376-8095 administration and teachers of the school to educate parents Fax (914) 376-8660 and help complete the school-to-home connection that is so [email protected] important. On the middle and high school level, the partici- pation of students is encouraged through Parent Teacher Student Associations (PTSA). The Yonkers Council of PTA/ Parent/Guardian Involvement PTSAs acts as an umbrella organization providing support for the units with regard to districtwide concerns. To learn more Parent/guardian involvement is strongly encouraged in about PTA activities call: the Yonkers Public Schools. Whether it’s keeping track of your child’s progress, PTA activities or classroom participa- Kelly Chiarella tion, parent and guardian contributions help to strength- President en a well-rounded learning environment. The following Yonkers Council of PTA/PTSAs avenues are available to encourage parent/guardian (914) 438-8694 involvement: [email protected] [email protected] School Visits Parents and guardians are welcome to visit any of our schools. Tours are available and arrangements can be made to attend classroom activities. To schedule a school visit, contact the school principal.

www.yonkerspublicschools.org 23 Parent Coordinators 1-866-SPEAK-UP Parent Coordinators provide a number of services to par- One of the primary goals of the school district is to provide an ents and children in the District. Parent Coordinators serve excellent educational program for each student and our staff as liaisons to increase trust and respect between persons of in a school environment free of disruptions that interfere with diverse social, economic and ethnic backgrounds; assist the the educational process. Consistent with the District’s Code of Committee on Special Education in helping parents under- Conduct and weapons free policy, the District instituted the stand the multi-faceted expectations and responsibilities SPEAK UP program. for Special Education programs; assist in informing parents about educational programs and issues within the District Anonymous Hotline:

Parent Information and meet with community agency personnel. 1-866-SPEAK-UP or 1-866-773-2587 1-866-SPEAK UP is a completely anonymous, bilingual hot- District Code of Conduct line, operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hotline opera- One of the major goals of the Yonkers Board of Education tors follow a rigid protocol developed in collaboration with is to create and maintain an atmosphere in every school in national education and law enforcement authorities (includ- which sound instruction and learning can occur. By mak- ing the FBI). When the information is collected from the caller, ing this possible, students’ opportunities for success are the operator informs the local school officials, as well as, the enhanced. law enforcement authorities of the threat. The Board recognizes that students have both rights and SPEAK UP Campaign and in-school instructional program are responsibilities. It is essential that students and parents fully taught by Health teachers. understand that these rights and responsibilities go hand- In coordination with the Yonkers Police Department and the in-hand. City of Yonkers, Yonkers Public Schools has incorporated the The education of our youth involves cooperation between SPEAK UP program into the Health instruction in grades 6 the home and the school. Parents and school personnel through 12. The SPEAK UP program is designed to engage share the responsibility for providing and supporting a good students in dialogue about violence prevention, encourage education. To that end, the Yonkers Public Schools has them to share their concerns and fears, and reassure them set forth newly revised, and uniformly enforced, rigorous that all hotline calls are anonymous. Additionally, students are school conduct and discipline standards. encouraged first and foremost to speak to someone they trust A copy of the Code of Conduct can be obtained from about weapons threats. The hotline is a resource for those school principals, at the Information Center, 28 Wells Av- instances in which students feel anonymity is vital. enue, Bldg. #2, Yonkers, NY 10701 or the District’s website Visit www.speakup.com to find out more information or con- (www.yonkerspublicschools.org). tact the District’s Safety and Security Department at 376-8678.

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