Note from the Principal's Office
December
23, 2011
Happy New
Year! The month of December has gone by so quickly.
I would like to inform you of some
changes that are happening within the building as we enter the New Year.
First, I would like to wish both, Mr.Gary Fluery, 7th and 8th
grade Math teacher, and Ms. AnnaRita Mele, school secretary, a fond
farewell. North Albany appreciates all that you have done for the school and
we wish you the best as you move on to new jobs. I would like to welcome Ms.
Suzette Berry to the staff as the new 7th and 8th
grade Math teacher. We are excited to have you join our wonderful staff.
I would
also like to congratulate Eneah Fite, 8th grade student, who is
the first place winner in the “Alan
B. Lubin Essay Award.” Eneah’s will receive an award at the 14th
Annual MLK Labor Celebration on January 16th. Congratulations
Eneah!!!!
During
the winter break I encourage our students to participate in fun and
enriching activities. I would like to inform you of two events being held at
the North Albany YMCA. On Wednesday, December 28th the YMCA will
be hosting a Rock Climbing event. You do not have to be a member of the YMCA
to participate. The event begins at 9:00. A bus will take you to the Colonie
Court Club. The cost is 40 dollars. A parent will need to register you to be
able to attend. The second event is a Karate Day at the YMCA. This is a full
day event that costs 20 dollars for YMCA members and 25 for non-members.
Please contact the YMCA for more information.
I would
also like to encourage our students to read over the winter break. Reading
just 30 minutes a day will help increase comprehension and fluency. Reading
material can include books, newspapers, magazines, and even pamphlets and
direction booklets to a new game or toy.
Please
mark your calendars for NYS Exams. The NYS ELA exam will be April 17th
– 19th and the NYS Math exam will be April 25th – 27th.
These dates have changed from what
was previously reported so please make note of the change.
Have a
lovely winter break. Be safe and stay warm!!!
Sincerely,
Lesley Buff

