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District Notices

A special meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Monday, July 27 at 9:30 a.m. in the South Orangetown Middle School Library, 160 Van Wyck Road, Blauvelt, NY.

Livestream: Board of Education meetings are broadcasted via view-only livestream at SOCSD BOE YouTube channel. Members of the public must attend meetings in person to participate in public commentary. Only regular meetings, in which business is conducted, are live streamed; Board workshops will not be live streamed. Board workshops are open to the public, but there is no public commentary. Community members may also email questions or comments to the Board at any time at feedback@socsd.org.

Policy Review: The Board of Education reviews school district policies on an ongoing basis. View Policies Under Review on the Board of Education webpage for more information.

Draft 2026-2027 District-Wide School Safety Plan
(Posted July 17, 2026)

The South Orangetown Central School District Board of Education shall review the 2026-2027 District-Wide School Safety Plan for adoption at the August 18, 2026, Board meeting. The public may submit their comments/questions regarding the plan to safety@socsd.org by August 16, 2026.

School-Level (a.k.a. Tactical) Emergency Response Plans Summary

The South Orangetown Central School District Board of Education shall review the 2026-2027 School Emergency Response Plans for each school building for adoption at the August 18, 2026, Board meeting. Due to the sensitive information contained in these plans, only the summary below is available for the public to submit their comments/questions to safety@socsd.org by August 16, 2026.

The South Orangetown Central School District has developed and maintains confidential School Emergency Response Plans (a.k.a. School Tactical Plans) for each of its schools. These plans include sensitive information unique to each school (e.g., building floor plans, evacuation sites, master class schedules, utility shutoffs, etc.) and therefore only a summary of the plans shall be made available to the public; this overview will serve to meet this requirement. Included in each school’s plan is a school-level safety team which is appointed annually by each building principal. The teams included the following:

Representatives for Teachers and Administrators
Representatives of Parental organizations
School safety personnel
Other school personnel (e.g., facilities and medical)

Other Required Notices

Parents: Fight Flu at Home and School
Each year, to comply with New York State Public Health Law (PHL) § 613, licensed and registered day care programs, nursery schools, pre-K, kindergarten, school-age childcare programs, and public and non-public schools are required to post information about influenza (flu) and the benefits of flu vaccination at the start of flu season in early fall. The flu vaccine is the best way to prevent flu. It is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older every year. Getting vaccinated can prevent flu-related hospitalizations and deaths in children. The vaccine can also reduce flu illnesses, doctor’s visits, and missed work and school days. View the 2025 Fight Flu at Home Flyers for Parents here: English | Spanish. For more information and to view the messages in additional languages, visit the New York State Department of Health webpage here.

District & Community Events

e-Backpack Submission Guidelines

In its efforts to promote community engagement and partnership, the South Orangetown Central School District shares information from local nonprofit organizations regarding activities, events and programs relevant to families on our e-Backpack webpage.

To submit an item for e-Backpack posting, registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations must email the following information in text-only format to Secretary to the Superintendent & District Clerk Ann Quigley (no PDFs) for review and approval:

Brief description of event, program or activity
Name of sponsoring organization
Contact name, phone and/or email
Website URL, if available
Post end date (no more than 30 days from date of submission)

For-profit advertising, information regarding political campaigns, religious organizations or activities and/or fundraising information for organizations other than our PTAs, TZ Red & White and school-based student clubs are not eligible for posting on the School District website. Please note that SOCSD does not email promotional flyers or announcements on behalf of external organizations.

Events

4-H Beyond Ready: Free Summer Program: Cornell Cooperative Extension

August 17-21, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Palisades Mall

Grades 7-9: Help your child prepare for high school and beyond! 4-H Beyond Ready is a free week-long summer program for Rockland County students entering grades 7–9. Through hands-on activities, team-building experiences, and workshops led by local professionals, participants will develop valuable life and career readiness skills, including communication, public speaking, financial literacy, résumé building, interview skills, leadership, and wellness. The program will take place August 17–21, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Palisades Mall. Lunch, snacks, and all activity supplies are provided. Space is limited to 20 participants, so register early! To register, click here. For more information, contact Kristin Ruggiero, KLF37@cornell.edu.

Ongoing Programs

YMCA School Age Care

Our School Age Care program provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children before and after school. Designed to support working families, the program offers structured activities, social development opportunities, and consistent daily routines led by trained and caring staff. For more information, visit the School Age Care webpage or contact Kris Edelman, SAC Senior Program Director, at 845-643-3075 or KEdelman@rocklandymca.org.

YMCA Pre-K Before and After Care

Our Pre-K program provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children learn, grow, and build social skills through age-appropriate activities and daily routines. Led by caring staff, the program gives working parents peace of mind knowing their child is in a supportive and secure setting. For more information, visit the Pre-K Before and After Care webpage or email Amy Sanchez at asanchez@rocklandymca.org.

Rockland County YMCA Swim Lessons

The Y is “America’s Swim Instructor” and the most accessible community resource to prevent drowning and encourage a lifelong enjoyment of swimming. For more information, visit the Aquatics Information webpage or contact Marcus Hawthorne, Aquatics Director, at 845-358-0500 ext. 105 or Mhawthorne@rocklandymca.org.

Rockland County YMCA Youth Sports

Youth sports programs provide children and teens with opportunities to stay active, build athletic skills, and learn important values such as teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Through organized practices and games, participants develop confidence, make new friends, and enjoy a fun, supportive environment. For more information, visit the Youth Sports webpage or contact Jacob Coston, Youth Sports Director 845- 643-3056 ext. 403 or JCoston@rocklandymca.org.

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