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"Character consists of what you do on the third and fourth tries." James A. Michener
 
Work hard, try hard, do your best, are all "sayings" that have resonated with each of us throughout our lives.  As adults we try to embody these words in our day to day lives or at least when we remember. Teaching children to be persistent is important.  We know through research, that persistence and having the ability to keep trying ultimately helps students navigate through life.
 
So, what does this look like in school for your children?    
In the classroom
Students may have to complete assignments more than once.
Students may have to study a concept for quite a bit of time.
Students work in small and large groups on learning to better understand.
Teachers organize differentiated experiences for our students to ensure learning.
 
All of these exercises are cloaked with the emphasis on working hard and persisting throughout the activity.
Within the classroom setting, teachers constantly remind students about the importance of persisting through a task.  
As we continue these discussions with students, please be sure to share with your children times when you have had to be "persistent
 

This link will show tweets that have been posted from the start of this school year.  Colonial Tweets

  • A Colonial student jumps over a pole mounted on two cones as part of Jump Rope for Heart.

    Fourth and fifth graders at Colonial School worked to raise $3,951 for the American Heart Association through the annual Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser. Each year, the physical education teachers at each elementary school organize the event, in which students collect sponsors and donations before jumping rope to raise funds and awareness. The money that is raised goes to help children with heart-health issues. In addition to the fundraiser, the students develop healthy habits and learn about the value of community service. In total, the four schools combined to raise more than $25,000! View more photos from the event on the District's Facebook page.

  • 5th Grade artists created these "heartfelt" works of art inspired by American POP artist Jim Dine. Students were encouraged to develop their own unique styles using a variety of media and techniques. On display are dozens of hearts in an array of colors and textures. 

  • Celebrating the Chinese New Year: The red-themed Chinese Dragon that slithers across the hallway wall shows how students use simple materials, such as paper in circular shapes and streamer ribbons, to explore and create this dragon creature. 

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District Announcements

  • Notice of Retirement Waiver and Temporary Employment of Susan E. Lockhart

    Dear residents

    Please be advised that the Pelham Union Free School District has been granted a waiver for temporary employment Susan E. Lockhart as Interim Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services under Section 211 of Retirement and Social Security Law and section 80-5.5 of Commissioner's Regulations from June 28, 2018 to December 31, 2018. Mrs. Lockhart will be paid on a per diem basis during her employment with the District and will continue to receive her New York State pension during this time.

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  • Interested in Serving on a BOE Committee?

    The Board of Education is seeking interested candidates to fill vacancies on several of the Board's committees for the 2018-19 school year.
     
    Vacancies exist on the Board's Advocacy & Community Engagement, Audit, Bond Steering, Safety & Security, Strategic Planning, International Baccalaureate Oversight, Literacy, Math, K-12 Innovation, Wellness and Diversity committees, as well as the Athletic Facilities sub-committee.
     
    Please read more about each of these committees and complete this Google form or fill out this PDF form and scan and email back to Public Information Officer Alex Wolff at awolff@pelhamschools.org. Forms must be submitted by September 28, 2018.
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  • Update on new Hutchinson School Design and Invitation to Community Meeting

    Architect Russell Davidson of KG&D provided the Pelham Board of Education with an update on the schematic design of the planned new Hutchinson School that was approved in the 2018 capital improvement bond.

    The community is also invited to a meeting on Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:30 pm in the Hutchinson School gym at which Mr. Davidson will share information on the design and status of the new school, as well as the other projects included in the bond.

    Please read more about Mr. Davidson's update and view the slides from his presentation.

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  • Brice, Mazzaro to be Appointed to Board of Education

    The Pelham Board of Education announced on August 23 that John Brice and Vincent Mazzaro will be appointed as Trustees to fill two vacant seats on the Board. Please read more about their appointments. 

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  • Important Information Regarding Food Service

    Dear Parents/Guardians,

    Food Service information for the 2018-19 school year was sent via email on August 8, 2018. This information, including applications for free and reduced lunch, Nutrikids accounts, meal pricing, and the USDA non-disclosure agreement is available on the District’s Food Services page.

    If you would like this information sent to you in hard copy, please contact the Business Office by calling 914-738-9140 or your child’s school.

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  • Trouble contacting teachers/ staff? Please read

    Dear Parents,
     
    A recent technology systems upgrade resulted in the resetting of all Pelham Public Schools faculty's email passwords. Because of this, some teachers and staff who are not working over the summer may not yet have access to their school email accounts. If you are having difficulty reaching a teacher or staff member, please call your school or the District office. Please know that our technology department is actively working to resolve this issue.
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  • Board Appoints Susan Lockhart and Sean Llewellyn as Interim Asst. Superintendent, MS Asst. Principal

    We are pleased to announce the appointments of Susan Lockhart as Interim Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services and Sean Llewellyn as Interim Assistant Principal of Pelham Middle School.

    Please read Dr. Champ's letter announcing their appointments and join us in welcoming them into their respective new roles!

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  • Lynn Sabia to be Appointed Middle School Principal

    Lynn Sabia, currently the assistant principal of Pelham Middle School, is expected to be appointed principal at the Board of Education's meeting at 8:15 pm on Wednesday, June 20. Please read Dr. Champ's announcement for more information. 

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  • School Budget, Bond and BOE Election Results

    Budget/Bond/BOE Election Results:
     
    Budget Proposition Passes: Yes-1723; No-550
    Bond Proposition 1 Passes: Yes-1584; No-698
    Bond Proposition 2 Passes: Yes-1412; No-848
     
    Jessica Young (1682 votes) and Eileen Miller (1522 votes) were elected to three-year terms on the Board of Education
     
    Thank you voters!
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  • Bond Referendum Set for Tuesday, May 15

    Eligible Pelham voters may vote on a two-proposition bond proposal to fund facilities/infrastructure projects and athletic facilities/fields upgrades on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. Visit the District's updated bond page to learn more about the proposal.

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Good To Know

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    Elementary Schools ELA & Math Information Nights

    Grades K-2 Thursday, October 11, 7 pm (Location TBD)

    Grades 3-5 Thursday, October 18, 7 pm (Location TBD)

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    Picture Day

    Monday, September 24 (Rain Date 9/25)

     

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    Chess Family Night

    Thursday, September 20 @ 6 pm; Gym

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  • Open House

    Monday, September 24: Gr. K-2, 6:30 pm

    Tuesday, September 25: Gr 3-5, 6:30 pm

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  • Student Login Information

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  • Follow Mrs. Wilson

    Follow Mrs. Wilson and Colonial School on Twitter! Use the handle @tonyajwilson1

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  • The Colonial Times

    The Colonial Times  - News from the School You Love Lots of new stories from our students!  

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  • FILR

    Attention teachers and students: A new way to access your network files from home using FILR - view

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Need To Know

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    Pelham Public Schools 2018-19 (single page) Calendar

    2018-2019 Pelham Public Schools single page calendar

    It is common during the school year for the dates, times, and locations of events to change or for additional events to be added. As changes are received, the District will update both the PDF calendar and the eChalk calendar. Also, consider following the District on Twitter and Like the District's Facebook page where changes and updates will be posted. 

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    Two-Hour Delays for Professional Development

    Classes will begin at 10:20am on the following dates:

    October 12

    December 12

    January 7

    February 4

    March 11

    May 21

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  • 2017-18 District Events Calendar

    2017-18 District Events Calendar

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  • Kindergarten and New Student Registration

    Click here for forms and requirements

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What's Happening

  • Day 2

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  • C: Chess Family Night

    6 pm, Gym
    Colonial Elementary School

  • Day 3

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  • C: Picture Day

    (Rain Date 9/25)
    Colonial Elementary School

  • C: Gr. K-2 Open House

    6:30 pm

    Colonial Elementary School

  • Day 4

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  • Board of Education Mtg

    8:15 pm, MS Library

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  • C: Gr. 3-5 Open House

    6:30 pm

    Colonial Elementary School

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  • Bakery at Four Corners

    BOE Coffee, 9am

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  • HS Library

    PTA Council/Superintendent Mtg.

    8:45 am

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  • Day 1

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  • Columbus Day: Schools Closed

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