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Four SOMS Students Awarded at Black Achievement Awards
On February 8, 2012, four of our students from SOMS were honored at the Annual Black Achievement Awards held at Rockland Community College. Jamil Alexandre, Tae Quan Price, John Mesagno and Sienna Perry received awards based on an academic average of 92% or greater, plus outstanding participation and accomplishment in at least two of the following categories: Community Service, Artistic Expression, Athletic Ability and Accomplishment, Leadership, and Personal Triumph and Success. Congratulations to all of our award recipients!

SOMS MathCounts Team Qualifies for States
Congratulations to our SOMS MathCounts Team. They won second place at the county competition and earned a spot to compete at the NYS MathCounts Competition on March 17th. Victor Tao took an Individual Honorable Mention. Congratulations Team!

What is MathCounts?
The MATHCOUNTS Competition is a national middle school coaching and competitive mathematics program that promotes mathematics achievement through a series of fun and engaging "bee" style contests.

TZHS Students Attend Assembly on Growing Concern of Prescription Drug Abuse
On Tuesday, February 14, students at Tappan Zee High School took part in a special assembly and heard from DEA Flaherty, who brought a message of concern regarding the overuse and abuse of prescription drugs among adolescents and adults. His message was factual and personal, as he shared the dangers of these drugs, how they are manufactured, and how use of such can change a life. Showing that this issue is of concern right here in Rockland County, DEA Flaherty showed that we all need to be aware of these dangers and that we need to make good choices every day and to encourage others to also choose well. DEA Flaherty, along with other agents and local Orangetown Police Detective, Joe Sullivan, provided opportunity for students to ask questions and get honest, knowledgeable answers about this important issue. We encourage you to continue this conversation at home with your teen. Knowledge is the best defense.

PTA® Reflections Program^SM
South Orangetown Central School District PTA/PTSAs

DIVERSITY MEANS
47 brave SOCSD students submitted artwork to the 2011-2012 Reflections Competition. Join them next year when the theme will be "The Magic Of A Moment".

Below is a listing of the top placements winners in each category.

* Indicates piece was chosen to move onto the Central Hudson Regional PTA competition

** Indicates piece was chosen at CHR to move onto New York State PTA competition

*** Indicates 2011-2012 NY STATE Award of MERIT Winners

EYES ON COTTAGE LANE!

Fourth Graders Enjoyed a Sweet Math Problem

I bought a box of candy for myself last week. However, by the time I got home I had eaten ¼ of the candies. As I was putting the groceries away, I ate ½ of what was left. There were 6 chocolates left in the box. How many chocolates were in the box to begin with? The correct answer: 16 candies. Over thirty students participated in the challenge by solving the problem, writing an explanation and creating a three-dimensional representation. Congratulations to Blair S., Maya A., and Erin C. They received Valentine prizes for the most accurate and creative representation along with a detailed explanation. 

Click the play button on the right to watch this short video Valentine 2012.  After previewing the video stay to watch Cottage Lane's Three Words for February 2012 just below Valentine 2012.  ENJOY!

Registration Dates for Incoming Kindergarten Students in the South Orangetown Central School District
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 and
Thursday, March 1, 2012
9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
At the William O. Schaefer School, in Room 3

And

Tuesday, March 6, 2012
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
At the South Orangetown Middle School
160 Van Wyck Road, Blauvelt, in the Library

Appointments to register can be made if you cannot attend the dates mentioned. Please call Rose Ngai at 845 680-1137.

Did You Know. . . A "We The People" Video from Cottage Lane
Marc Eckert's fourth grade class wants you to join them at this year's We The People multicultural festival! Click the button to the right for the fabulous promotional video produced by the class to hear a fun fact each student learned while independently researching each of the 25 regions that will be represented at the multicultural festival. Come one, come all and join Mr. Eckert and his class at this free event at SOMS on Saturday, March 10, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. for food, crafts and entertainment from around the world. For more information on the event, contact Sheila Chin at smochin@verizon.net.  See you there!

Detective Lieutenant Donofino Presents...Cyberknowledge
Parents Road Map to Protecting Their Children From the Dangers of the Internet
March 27, 2012 at 7pm
South Orangetown Middle School Library
90 Minute Presentation
Sponsored by South Orangetown Community Awareness of Substance Abuse
Reserve a Seat - Click here
View Flyer - Click here



 

Faces of Radio
Join us in the Tappan Zee High School Auditorium on March 31, 2012 as ArtsRock brings multiple award winning public radio journalists and personalities to Rockland County! Elliott Forrest, from radio stations WQXR and WNYC, will host the conversation series “FACES OF RADIO,” featuring guests such as Brian Lehrer (The Brian Lehrer Show, WNYC) and Brooke Gladstone (On the Media, NPR & WNYC). Tickets may be purchased in advance for $15 or at the door for $20. Tickets for students are $10, and premium seats including a spot in the after party are $45. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the arts programs here at TZ.  See flyer for details


 

Please Note Correction in District Calendar
Hepcat, TZ'S annual poetry and acoustic music coffeehouse, has been moved to Friday, April 27th, not March 30th as stated on the district calendar. Doors will open at 7:30 for coffee and dessert; the show will begin at 8pm. Admission is $5.00 and supports TZHS English Honor Society scholarships and events.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CORNER

SAT Review 
Tappan Zee High School is offering SAT Review beginning March 8th. This review course is a great opportunity to work with experienced teachers. The course will focus on material covered in the exam as well as strategy and testing tips. The review will meet 8 times on Thursdays, and it will be completed in time for the May 5th exam. Books may be purchased online or at local book stores. See our website www.socsdcontinuinged.org for the correct title and ISBN number of the book. Since seats are limited, therefore we suggest you register early. Checks should be made out to SOCSD for $365 for both math and verbal or $230 for one course. Please attach a note stating students name, address, phone, e-mail and course name. For more information please call, 845-494-4290.

Our Continuing Ed Program is offering new as well as returning favorite programs this semester. See our website for the new Spring Brochure. http://www.socsdcontinuinged.org.  If you have any questions, please call 845-494-4290 for further information.


Pre-License (5 hour Motor Vehicle Course)
The 5 hour motor vehicle course requirement for classroom training as a prerequisite for the road test will be offered on Monday, March 12, 2012 from 4:30-9:00 pm. To register, make check payable to SOCSD and mail to Continuing Education, 160 Van Wyck Road, Blauvelt, NY 10913, Attn: Carol Luick or hand deliver to Mrs. Di Loreto at TZHS in room 201.

Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving will also be offered to students and adults on March 7 and 14, 2012 from 5:45 to 8:45 pm. Fee is $45, check should be made payable to SOCSD, mail to: Continuing Education, 160 Van Wyck Road, Blauvelt, NY 10913, attn: Carol Luick. Students will receive a 10 percent insurance reduction on collision and liability for 3 years and 4 points removed from your driving record. Please call 845-494-4290 for further information.

Other Continuing Education Spring Program Information will be available online after January 1, 2012. You may register at any time for Spring Courses. Call 845-494-4290 for further information.

Approved Flyers

Music and the Underground Railroad     DURING SCHOOL BREAK!
Celebrating Black History Month
Saturday, February 25 at 2:00pm
Orangeburg Library
details

Rockland Boces Fundraiser Dinner 
Wednesday, February 29 at 7:00pm
All proceeds will go toward Rockland BOCES Adult Education and Business Services Division
details
rsvp online

Boy Scout Troop 55 Pankcake Breakfast  NEW
Sunday, March 4, 2012
details

TZHS Softball 1st Annual Pasta Dinner Fundraiser   
Sunday, March 4 from 2pm to 4pm
Sons of Italy, Van Wyck Rd, Blauvelt
details

Crash Course Camera Class
Saturday, March 10 and Sunday, March 11
details

9th Annual Art Competition  
Open to Rockland County High School Students
Theme:  Ending Violence Against Women & Girls
Entries due Monday, April 2, 2012
details

SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR
T-shirts, Long-Sleeve T's, Hooded Sweatshirts, Water Bottles, Drawstring Backpacks, Pencil Cases
WEAR YOUR SOCES COLORS TO SCHOOL!
details

Lego Classes Winter-Spring 2012
Classes begin in January - May
details

Theatre at Hopper House
Classes start in January
details

Piermont PAL Boxing
Children 10-18 years old
Runs through the school year
details

Rockland Teacher Center Institute   
FashionPrep Design Academy
Classes begin in February - March
details

4-H Dog Obedience & Tricks Classes
November - June
details

Teen Leadership Rockland 2011-12
Attn:  High School Sophomores
December - May
details