The first Titan Herald of the 2025–2026 school year has been mailed to our community members this week!
Keep an eye on your mailbox because you don’t want to miss it!
Read it online here: https://aptg.co/-v7MKC
In this edition, we’re highlighting the NYS Cell Phone Mandate, introducing our Special Education consultant Janet Orwick, exploring the importance of breakfast, and much more!
October 13–17 is School Board Recognition Week!
Board of Education members generoursly volunteer their time and energy to help shape a brighter future for our students.
To show our appreciation, the students and staff of Taconic Hills came together to create a special video to say “Thank you!”
Watch it here: https://youtu.be/0lJ1XfqktzQ
From all of us at Taconic Hills — thank you!!
2ND REMINDER!
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/
Please join the students of Taconic Hills for our Veterans Day Assemblies on Friday, November 7th at 8:30AM and 9:30AM in the Lyle G. Hamm Performing Arts Center.
Refreshments for Veterans will be served in the Elementrary Cafeteria beginning at 7:45AM. Please enter through the Elementary (left) side of the building.
We look forward to having you!
Reminder for this Wednesday!
Join us for the 2nd Coffee Talk of the school year with Superintendent Lynnette Brunger!
When? Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5:00PM
Where? Board of Education Room (S105)
This session will focus on discussions around school safety, emergency drills, and bus behavior & expectations. We will also have an open Q&A if time allows.
Coffee & Tea will be provided for all. We look forward to seeing you!
School Board Recognition Week is October 13–17!
This week, we celebrate our Board of Education members! Our district has 9 amazing volunteers who give their time to help make Taconic Hills the best we can be.
Thank you to our Board members:
Bonnie Torchia, President
Richard Viebrock, Vice President
Joseph Costa
Molly Delaney
Jeanine Earnhart
Margaret Hallisey
Kevin Maisenbacher
Samantha Maker
Ronald Morales
Fun fact: Public school boards help set policy, approve budgets, and make important decisions that shape the future of our schools — all as volunteers!
If you see a board member this week, be sure to say thank you for all they do!
#NYSSBA #SchoolBoardRecognitionWeek
There will be NO tax payments accepted in person this day. Payments will resume on Tuesday, October 14th. Thank you!
Next week, October 14-17, is National School Lunch Week! The theme for 2025 is Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport!
This week, Elementary students were given passports to travel the culinary globe! From Tuesday October 14 – Friday, October 17, they will bring their passports with them to the café. Each time they try the main meal, they’ll receive a stamp. Students who collect all four stamps will become world-class travelers and earn an upgrade to first class with a complimentary (FREE) snack!
Here’s what’s on the menu for their culinary journey:
- Tuesday, Oct 14 – Sweden: Swedish Meatballs with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Whole Grain Pasta
- Wednesday, Oct 15 – Mexico: Chicken Fajitas on a Tortilla, Peppers & Onions, Street Corn, Cilantro Rice & Black Beans
- Thursday, Oct 16 – Asia: Stir-Fry Noodles, Stir-Fry Vegetables, Honey-Soy Chicken
- Friday, Oct 17 – Germany: Bratwurst on a Roll, Apple-Braised Red Cabbage, German Potato Salad, Cucumber Salad
Thank you to our amazing PTO who helped put together the passports! Bon Voyage and Safe Travels!
- FAFSA & NYS Aid
- Scholarships & Grants
- Application tips & deadlines
- Long-term college financial planning
When? Thursday, October 23rd at 6:00PM
Where? High School Library
Cost? FREE!
We are now hiring for an Automotive Mechanic! Be part of a team that keeps our students safe and our fleet running smoothly!
Pay: $28.77/hr
Position: 12-month
Join our team and gain hands-on experience working with both diesel and electric buses!
Benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation time
- Opportunities for overtime driving
- NYS Retirement Benefits
Interested?
Complete the THCSD Employment Application (https://5il.co/2xg9b) and submit it to Eileen Olson, HR Coordinator, at EOlson@taconichills.k12.ny.us by October 19th.
Questions?
Contact Bobbie-Jo Mato, Transportation Supervisor at BJMato@taconichills.k12.ny.us
Tuesday 10/14: Into the Woods
Wear that camo and see if you get spotted
Wednesday 10/15: Bikers v. Surfers
Let the showdown begin!! (NO beach chairs or swimsuits)
Thursday 10/16: Dynamic Duo
Batman & Robin, Bacon & Eggs, Lilo & Stitch.. Get creatice and be dynamic! (NO masks)
Friday 10/17: Titan Pride!
You know it. You love it.
Time to bleed orange and white!!!
Friday Night Lights
4PM - 6PM Chicken BBQ Pickup in HS Cafe
6:15PM Senior Walkthrough
7:00PM Homecoming Football Game
White out the crowd and show your support!
Other Athletic Home Events
- 10/14: Modified Girls Soccer v. Coxsackie Athens 4:30PM
- 10/14: Modified Field Hockey v. Coxsackie Athens 4:30PM
- 10/15: Varsity Girls Soccer v. Catskill 4:30PM
- 10/16: Modified Girls Volleyball v. Greenville 5:00PM
- 10/16: Varsity Girls Volleyball v. Greenville 6:30PM
- 10/17: Varsity Football v. Ellenville 7:00PM
District Closed on Monday 10/13, Financial Aid Night for Grades 10-12, Jr/Sr High Homecoming Spirit Week, Pink out for Breast Cancer, Veterans Day Assembly Invitation, and so much more!
Check out the Friday Folder for October 10, 2025.
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Dear Families,
This is a reminder that our district will conduct its annual Emergency Dismissal Drill tomorrow, October 10, 2025.
All students will be dismissed 15 minutes earlier than normal, and according to their emergency dismissal plan. Again, the before & after school program will still run, and students will report there directly after the dismissal.
Thank you for your cooperation!
A lockdown drill was held this morning at Taconic Hills. Students and staff did a wonderful job.
Thank you to the emergency responders for their assistance with this drill.
When? Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5:00PM
Where? Board of Education Room (S105)
This session will focus on discussions around school safety, emergency drills, and bus behavior & expectations. We will also have an open Q&A if time allows.
Coffee & Tea will be provided for all. We look forward to seeing you!
Congratulations to this week's Titan Spotlight Athletes!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NMLkqFa-PUYqeoGzwbN7yL7foLzTq7qO/view?usp=drive_link
Remember to celebrate World Teachers' Day tomorrow by wearing ORANGE!
World Teachers’ Day is a time to celebrate the impact teachers have on education and to show them the support they deserve. Let’s make our appreciation visible!
Ten minute job interviews were conducted by a variety of faculty and staff members. Other staff members were able to provide information on background checks, beefing up a resume and what happens after you are hired. Students received feedback and learned a great deal about what to expect when entering "the real world".
Thank you to the staff members who assisted with this experience!
