Taconic Hills Central School District

Attention Elementary Families,

If your student will be a regular pickup during the upcoming school year, please complete the attached Student Pickup Authorization Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mY3GKKcSMp4kAPVPYUg2jycEJVOcVfFD/view?usp=sharing

Only individuals listed on the authorized pickup form will be permitted to pick up your student

To help ensure the safety of all students, a photo ID may be requested at pickup, especially for individuals who are not frequent visitors.

Please email the completed form to Stacy Smith at SSmith1@taconichills.k12.ny.us.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep student pickup safe, secure, and efficient!

Any students grades 6-12 who are interested in joining our Trap Team must complete a Hunter Safety Course. The next upcoming course is this Saturday, August 1st at Kalicoontie Rod & Gun Club in Livingston NY. Learn more information and register online here: https://decals.events.east.licensing.app/em/events/448

Construction continues to make great progress across the Taconic Hills campus this summer. Crews are actively completing flooring repairs, roofing improvements, interior renovations, and work on our new track and synthetic turf field. Each of these projects is an important investment in maintaining safe, modern, and high-quality facilities for our students, staff, and community.

Summer construction is always a busy time, and our contractors, architects, facilities staff, and project managers continue to work diligently to keep projects on schedule while preparing our buildings for students' return this fall.

Campus Reminders:
- Tennis Courts: The tennis courts are not accessible Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. while Summer School is in session.
- Elementary Playground: The elementary playground remains closed while roofing work continues on the elementary wing. Please respect all posted signage and construction barriers for the safety of our students, families, and contractors.

Construction may impact traffic patterns and campus access at times. If you are visiting the Aquatic Center or other open areas, please pay close attention to posted signage and district updates, as temporary detours or adjusted entry points may be necessary.

We sincerely appreciate the patience and support of our students, families, staff, and community throughout this process. These improvements are vital to the future of Taconic Hills, and we are incredibly grateful to our community for voting to support these projects. Your investment allows us to continue enhancing our facilities and creating learning environments that will benefit students for generations to come.

We look forward to sharing additional updates as construction progresses and to welcoming everyone back for another great school year!

Sincerely,

Lynnette Brunger, Superintendent of Schools
Nick Smith, Director of Facilities

REMINDER!

Alternate pick up and drop off request forms are ready to be filled out for next school year! If your child(ren) will be utilizing a differnt stop next year, you will need to fill out the alternate form.

Complete the form here: https://forms.gle/6ZspkkZe2sHcG5GK8

Please note:
- This form is to provide an alternate bus pick up or drop off location for your child. There is a limit of ONE alternate address allowed per student.
- ONLY complete this form if you have an alternate pick up or drop off location. If your child gets picked up and dropped off at your residence only, there is no need to complete this form.
- This form is due by July 31st. Any forms completed after this deadline do not guarantee processing before the start of school.
- This form must be completed each year. Information from previous years does NOT carry over.

Thank you in advance for helping us plan for next school year!

Please contact the Transportation Department at 518-325-2870 with any questions.

Bobbie-Jo Mato
Transportation Supervisor

The proposed 2026–2027 Taconic Hills Central School District District-Wide School Safety Plan is now available for public review. Review the draft plan here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uOFZIqj14ZLgWPZjbravHZE-Lw1xo_gZ/view?usp=sharing

Community members, families, and staff are encouraged to review the plan and submit feedback. A public hearing will be held on August 26, 2026, at 5:30 PM to allow community members to share input before the Board adopts the revised plan at the board meeting later that night.

The plan is open for public comment during the required 30-day review period. Please submit any feedback here: https://forms.gle/uGsrrGGVFDazJFP59

Congratulations to our Honor Roll recipeints for the 4th and Final Quarter of the 2025-2026 school year! ❤️

We are proud of each of you, and we can't wait to see all of our students back in the fall!

https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/honor-roll

The Summer Spark Program is off to a great start! This week, students worked on a fun “Read All About Me” project, giving them the opportunity to practice their literacy skills while learning more about one another, building connections, and beginning new friendships.

This year, the Summer Spark Program is focused on students entering 3rd grade, with an emphasis on strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The transition from 2nd to 3rd grade can be a significant academic jump, as students begin applying their reading, writing, and math skills in new and more complex ways. Summer Spark provides students with extra time to reinforce those important foundations, build confidence, and head into the new school year feeling prepared and ready to grow! 📚☀️

Thank you to Ms. Zidel for sharing!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As summer approaches and families spend more time enjoying pools, lakes, rivers, beaches, and other waterways, we would like to share some important water safety information. In accordance with New York State Education Law §926, school districts are required to provide families with resources on water safety, drowning prevention, and safe and healthy swimming.

Water safety is everyone's responsibility, and taking a few simple precautions can help prevent accidents and save lives. We encourage families to:
• Closely supervise children whenever they are in or near water.
• Help children learn basic water safety and swimming skills.
• Ensure children wear properly fitted life jackets when boating or participating in water activities.
• Choose bright-colored swimwear to increase visibility in the water.
• Follow all posted rules and safety instructions at pools, beaches, and waterfront areas.
• Never allow children or adults to swim alone.
• Consider any medical conditions, such as seizure disorders or heart conditions, before participating in water activities.
• Stay out of the water during storms or when lightning is present.
• Teach children to avoid unsafe or unsupervised bodies of water.
• Be prepared for emergencies and know how to call 911 if assistance is needed.

The New York State Department of Health also provides helpful resources for families on water safety and drowning prevention. We encourage you to review the following information:
• Safe and Healthy Swimming: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/outdoors/swimming/
• Safe Swimming Tips for Everyone (PDF): https://www.health.ny.gov/publications/3112.pdf

Thank you for helping keep our students safe. We hope you and your family have a fun, healthy, and safe summer!

Lynnette Brunger
Superintendent of Schools

Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony, Alternate Bus Pick Up / Drop Off for next school year, Transcript Request Info, College in the High School Course Reimbursement Info, and more!

Check out the LAST Friday Folder of the 2025-2026 school year!

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Thank you for another successful school year! We wish everyone a safe, fun, and relaxing summer!

Attention Families!

Alternate pick up and drop off request forms are ready to be filled out for next school year! If your child(ren) will be utilizing a differnt stop next year, you will need to fill out the alternate form.

Complete the form here: https://forms.gle/6ZspkkZe2sHcG5GK8

Please note:
- This form is to provide an alternate bus pick up or drop off location for your child. There is a limit of ONE alternate address allowed per student.
- ONLY complete this form if you have an alternate pick up or drop off location. If your child gets picked up and dropped off at your residence only, there is no need to complete this form.
- This form is due by July 31st. Any forms completed after this deadline do not guarantee processing before the start of school.
- This form must be completed each year. Information from previous years does NOT carry over.

Thank you in advance for helping us plan for next school year!

Please contact the Transportation Department at 518-325-2870 with any questions.

Bobbie-Jo Mato
Transportation Supervisor

The Senior Class spent an unforgettable day in the Lake George area last week, kicking things off with an exciting white water rafting adventure on the Sacandaga River.

While Mother Nature had other plans and kept them from enjoying their scheduled beach time, they quickly switched to Plan B and had a blast battling it out in Laser Tag!

And of course, no trip to Lake George is complete without a stop at Martha's for some delicious ice cream.

What a fun day spent with members of the Senior Class, making memories together just one week before the big day, Graduation! 🎓🌊🍦

Thank you to Ms. Webster for sharing!

We are Hiring!

Open Positions:
- Supervisor of Special Education
- Agriculture Teacher
- Food Service Worker
- Summer Programming: Nurse, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist

Visit taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/employment for information on how to apply.