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Tusker University Presents: Social Media Boot Camp
Did you miss the Social Media Boot Camp during Tusker University? Click above to learn from law enforcement experts about the most popular apps and how to monitor what your kids doing and seeing.
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SCSD Safety Plan 2020-21 - Updated Section
The Somers District-wide Safety Plan has been updated to include signed legislation in the event of a declared public health emergency involving a communicable disease. The public may comment on the Plan between February 9, 2021 and March 8, 2021. Comments may be directed to Dan Corrado at dcorrado@somersschools.org
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Opt out of video conferencing agreement for synchronized support sessions
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A Video Message from Dr. Blanch
Moving Forward with Project TRUE: TRiage through Uncertainty to Enlightenment
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Parents' Turn to Learn at Tusker University
It was the parents’ turn to learn from the teachers at the first Tusker University event, held on February 24th. More than 120 parents attended the virtual workshop, a concept developed by the Somers Central School District’s Learning Office. “This idea came from our community,” says Director of Learning Kevin Guidotti. “We asked families how we can best support them and their child’s school life, and those discussions evolved into these learning sessions.”
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Social Media Boot Camp
Social Media Boot Camp, a part of Tusker University, gives parents a crash course on the most popular apps and what to watch for if their children using them. Presented by the Westchester County Police Department and Somers School Resource Officers, this workshop is packed with great tips.
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First Female Black Astronaut is Out of This World
When kindergartners in Melissa Maliniak's class hear that the first Black, female astronaut, Mae Jemison, was told it would impossible for her to go into space, the children are shocked and upset. When they hear that she did it anyway, they celebrate. "I think it's called bravery,” says five-year-old Finn Lyons. “When someone says you can't do something, but you do it anyway." During Black History Month, Somers students have been learning about important contributions of Black Americans.
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Seshadri Coca Cola Scholar Regional Finalist
Somers High School senior Nitin Seshadri has been named a Regional Finalist for the Coca Cola Scholars Program, moving to final round, which would include a $20,000 college scholarship. “Nitin was recently named our Salutatorian for the Class of 2021,” says Mark Bayer, principal of Somers High School. “He is an excellent student who has not only excelled in all of his studies, but also puts his talents to use in a variety of volunteer opportunities.
