PKMS Winter Concert 1.12.12

Students will have homework every night.  Homework can and will be given anytime; plus reading every night is expected.  Please note the following schedule.

Monday - Math and Science Gr. 7-8
            - English Gr.6

Tuesday - Math and Social Studies Gr. 6-8

Wednesday - Math and Science Gr. 6-8

Thursday - Math, Foreign Language, English Gr. 7-8
              - Math Foreign Language, Gr. 6

Friday - Math (usually a review packet) Gr. 6-8

February is nationally recognized as Black History Month. Peekskill MS celebrates our diverse society in a consistent fashion throughout the entire school year.  February is nationally recognized as black history month and as such we have attached some examples of the many interdisciplinary projects relative to this celebration within our school and beyond.

"If there is no struggle, there is no progress."  Frederick Douglass

"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."  Frederick Douglass

PEEKSKILL PRIDE NEWS!


Peekskill Pride Newsletter! Produced and Published by PKMS LEAP Students. 
Click on the attachment to read about all the great news happening at PKMS!
Thanks to the students and Ms. Mazzarulli for all your hard work. 

PKMS READING CHALLENGE:  All documents are posted below as well as within the "resource section" on the left of this page.  Reading is priority #1.  All adolescents must feel comfortable with text and language.  We continue to encourage and support this process in and out of school. Below are documents that relate to a Reading Challenge, which begins November 1st and ends March 1st.  There are various prizes and rewards with respect to levels.  Once a student completes a book, he/she must submit a Book Response Form (fiction or non-fiction depending on book to the assigned location). These locations are posted and have been communicated.  They are the main office, library, and/or LEAP office).

Peekskill Middle School strives to promote the idea that education is an ongoing process, which create not only personal growth, but professional/life-long success. The mission of our school and district alike is to educate students in a caring and inspiring environment; characterized by a spirit of excellence, safety, and high expectations amongst all stakeholders within. We recognize the developmental needs of our students and individualize our approaches both in and out of the classroom.

Our school of approximately 600 students is divided into six houses. Each grade level (6th - 8th) is divided into two teams. The 21st century building provides separate wings for each team. This allows teachers and students to create unique and positive relationships that focus on their academic, social, and emotional needs. A guidance counselor is assigned to each grade level and the classrooms are directly across from each other, which supports the team approach and collaborative efforts. This model provides significant support to the teaching/learning process as your child moves through his/her middle school years.

Another component to the Middle School is LEAP (Learning Enrichment Activities Program), which extends our students day and provides not only academic support, but an opportunity to explore and enrich the curriculum in a project-based type of environment. The Middle School also offers a variety of after-school clubs, athletics, and programs that can be accessed through our website. In addition to teacher web-pages, each child is assigned a secure e-mail that is utilized for staff/student communication. This allows for a secure conversation relative to the learning process. It also provides an opportunity for students to inquire or share information with their teachers and/or send school-related reminders.

Peekskill Middle School is a wonderful place to teach and learn. Making good choices for yourself and each other has become a school motto. We are proud everyday by the fantastic decisions and accomplishments our school, staff, and students alike continue to make. Please feel free to contact us at anytime. Our website is updated weekly and our "Monday Morning Reflections" newsletter provides up to date information/events/programs.

Thank you for what you do for our school and students alike. Have a great school year!

Sincerely,

Dr. David Fine

Instructional Calendar, School Year 2011-2012

Enroll your child in LEAP, our Extended Day Program! Space is limited; however, applications are still being accepted.  Call or see information below.

(Morning and Afternoon LEAP Sessions)

Please click on the below link to contact our LEAP Staff members:

http://pkmsleap11-12.wikispaces.com/Welcome+to+PKMS+LEAP

Peekskill City School District Seeks Volunteers for Financial Task Force
PEEKSKILL…. In preparation for the formulation of the 2012-2013 schools budget, the Peekskill City School District is seeking volunteers to serve on a financial task force. The task force is charged by the Board of Education with formulating a Five-Year Financial Forecasting Plan. The goal is to complete the plan by December 2011. See attachment.

Rubicon Atlas and Curriculum Map
http://peekskillcsd.rubiconatlas.org/

LHRIC Website/Data Analyses: http://www.peekskill.ny.altperf.com/default.asp

Camp Inc.

Camp Inc. is an academic tutoring program funded by The Elton Brand Foundation to support the needs of the students of Peekskill. It provides tutoring services for the school and students alike. It is located in downtown Peekskill on 1008 Main St.. For more information, please contact Camp Inc. directly at 914-734-4895.