We’re so excited for our annual Halloween Parade tomorrow! The parade will step off at 1:00 PM. Following the parade, at approximately 1:30 PM, we’ll begin our Reunification Drill to practice our safety procedures. Thank you for your cooperation and support as we make this a fun and safe event for everyone!
The November Lunch Menu is here!
Highlights:
- BBQ Pulled Pork with Mac & Cheese
- KFC Popcorn Chicken Bowl
- Turkey Dinner
Mark your calendars now! View the whole menu here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15VvQqTGk1InUdVZakZKlcNqKszjtkJpV/view?usp=drive_link
The Taconic Hills Aquatic Center will remain closed through November 14th as we finish the upgrades to our HVAC system. Once this is complete, we need to clean, refill, and bring the pool to an appropriate temperature.
We understand the inconvenience and truly appreciate your understanding as we complete this project.
The Fitness Center remains open.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to the Aquatic Center very soon.
If you have any questions about the closure, please feel free to contact Nick Smith, Director of Facilities at (518) 325-2883 or NSmith1@taconichills.k12.ny.us.
LAST CHANCE!
The district offers families in grades 6-12 the opportunity to purchase laptop insurance for their student's device.
Insurance coverage provides peace of mind, ensures a quick and hassle free service, and helps students stay focused on their learning without interruption.
Coverage options:
- Lenovo 11E (Grades 7-12) for accidental damages: $46
- Lenovo 11E (Grades 7-12) for accidental damages & theft/loss protection: $80
- Lenovo 300E (Grade 6) for accidental damages: $38
- Lenovo 300E (Grade 6) for accidental damages & theft/loss protection: $64
The deadline to purchase insurance for this school year is October 31, 2025.
Purchase Insurance Coverage here: https://gpo.worthavegroup.com/gpo/taconichills/
We Are Hiring!
Join the Taconic Hills Team today!
We are hiring for the following:
- Director of Special Education
- Jr/Sr High Psychologist
- Jr/Sr High Social Worker
We are also always hiring for Substitutes, especially teachers and clerical staff.
See more information & how to apply on our employment page here: https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/employment
Reminder to TH Elementary Families!
The district will be holding a reunification drill immediately following the Elementary Halloween Parade on Friday, October 31st.
Please check your email for detailed instructions on the drill. Permission slips are due no later than this Wednesday, October 29th. If you did not receive a permission slip, please contact the Elementary Office ASAP.
Thank you!
- weapons or items that mimic weapons
- any promotion of violence, drug use, or alcohol use
- any face coverings or masks (will be allowed during ES Halloween parade but not during school day)
- revealing clothing that violates district code of conduct
Thank you for ensuring Halloween is fun & safe for all!
Has your student just turned 14? It might be time for working papers!
In New York State, any youth aged 14–17 must obtain an employment certificate (commonly called “working papers”) to hold a job.
There are different certificates depending on age:
Ages 14–15: Student Non-Factory Employment Certificate
Ages 16–17 (in school): Student General Employment Certificate
Ages 16–17 (not attending school / full-time employment): Full-Time Employment Certificate
If your student needs their working papers, please have them stop by and see Mrs. Card in the High School Office.
Visit https://dol.ny.gov/working-papers for more information.
Halloween Costume Reminders, Get $20 when you sign up for the blood drive on October 30th, Learn to Ski/Snowboard Club Registration, and more!
Check out the Friday Folder for October 24, 2025.
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The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, October 30th from 8:30AM - 2:30PM.
Sign up here to save a life! https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=taconichills
We have over 20 spots still available!
Give Blood & Get Thanked! When you donate blood from Oct 20 - Nov 16, you will receive a free $20 e-gift card to a merchant of choice!
Reminder!
Join us in showing your support for Breast Cancer Awareness by wearing pink tomorrow, October 24th! Don’t forget to also wear pink for the football game versus Millbrook at 7 PM.
Did you know? Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, with 1 in 8 women diagnosed in their lifetime. Every gesture of awareness and support matters!
Registration for the Elementary Learn to Ski/Snowboard Program is open now through December 5th!
The program is available for students Grades 1-6, and will be Thursdays at Catamount Mountain Resort from January 8 - February 12.
Some notes:
- first time skiers/snowboarders and students under the age of 7 MUST have a parent/guardian at the mountain to supervise their child.
- a parent/guardian MUST meet the bus at the mountain to assist if their child is unable to carry/bring equipment independently to and from the mountain. (We no longer have enough volunteers to provide younger students and novice skiers/snowboarders with the supervision and assistance they need to safely navigate the mountain.)
Register your student here: https://catamount.connectintouch.com/group/register/9b2db5ab-1665-4bb1-955e-c9b961785463
Please review these additional reminders for a successful season: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XCzy82-tX0LHsP_MuezmMKXeOlu8xC7M/view?usp=drive_link
View step by step directions on how to register and pay here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1us7ahJEWNHWJGSqeuB7B-aSBAU8iF7oW/view?usp=drive_link
Please contact Brittany Hay, Learn to Ski Advisor, and bhay@taconichills.k12.ny.us with any questions.
Go Titans! 🧡🥇
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l1xtZT-uFNcjmbSgo78-J9qR0n-guh_K/view?usp=drive_link
The annual Taconic Hills Elementary Halloween Parade will be held on Friday, October 31st at 1:00PM.
Parents / Families are invited to watch and should line up behind the fence along the Elementary & Jr/Sr High Parking lots.
If you plan to pick up your student after the parade, please turn in your permission slip no later than October 29th. If you do not hand in a permission slip, your student pickup may be delayed due to the district reunification drill. Please check the email or text sent home on Friday afternoon for more information regarding this drill.
As a general reminder, the following are not allowed for costumes:
weapons or items that mimic weapons
any promotion of violence, drug use, or alcohol use
any face coverings or masks (will be allowed during parade but not during school day)
revealing clothing that violates district dress code
Come see students in grades PreK-6 show off their creative costumes!
Wednesday, October 22nd is our Big Apple Crunch celebration!
We’re inviting everyone to show their apple spirit by wearing red or green. We’ll be handing out apples so we can all take a big, loud CRUNCH together—and to sweeten the day even more, our lunch menu will feature a special BBQ sandwich served with warm, homemade apple crisp.
It’s going to be a fun (and delicious!) day. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
TH Youth Basketball League Sign Ups, Big Apple Crunch Day, Hallowen Events at the Roe Jan Library, and so much more!
Check out the Friday Folder for October 17, 2025.
To stay up to date with current news & events, follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
Dear TH Elementary Families,
Please check your email for important information regarding our Halloween Costume Parade on October 31st and the reunification drill that will take place immediately following the parade.
This information is important for all elementary students who will be picked up after the parade or at dismissal that day.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Join us in showing your support by wearing pink on Friday, October 24th! Don’t forget to also wear pink at that night’s football game versus Millbrook at 7 PM.
Did you know? Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, with 1 in 8 women diagnosed in their lifetime. Every gesture of awareness and support matters!
