This week is National School Bus Safety Week. Did you know that passing a school bus with its red lights flashing is against the law, even on school property?
New York State Senator Terrence Murphy dropped by Frank G. Lindsey this afternoon to chat with students about good nutrition. Timed to coincide with National School Lunch Week, the Senator’s visit aimed to highlight the importance of making good food choices and maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle.
The Hendrick Hudson School District has named Lisa Schuchman as its new Executive Director of Pupil Personnel Services. Schuchman brings 20 years of experience to the position, and she most recently served as Director for the Center of Special Programs at Southern Westchester BOCES. Her background includes serving as principal and other leadership roles at a number of elementary, middle and high schools in New York State.
Step into a classroom within Hendrick Hudson High School’s Academy program, and you will see students clustered together around high-top tables, seated throughout the room in upholstered, wheeled chairs or perched upon stools that wobble. Welcome to “active learning spaces,” classrooms designed to foster greater engagement and prepare students for the 21st century college classrooms and workspaces that lie ahead.
The New York State School Boards Association featured the Hendrick Hudson School District in the October issue of “On Board,” the Association’s monthly newspaper. The article, “Closure of Nuclear Power Plant Imperils Finances of School District,” highlights the key issues facing the district as Entergy prepares to shut down Indian Point, as well as some of the steps the district is taking in response.
