The Hendrick Hudson School District will be adopting the Princeton Plan within the 2022-2023 school year. No elementary schools will be closing; instead there will be a reorganization of the grades by building:

Kindergarten & 1st Grade: Frank G. Lindsey School, Principal Dr. Cynthia Kramer
2nd & 3rd Grade: Buchanan-Verplanck School, Principal Donna Torrisi
4th & 5th Grade: Furnace Woods School, Principal Josh Cohen

Resources for parents:
The Hendrick Hudson School district has created a Princeton Plan page on their website.  Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page for a number of important documents, including the district's cost analysis, tax calculator and the Princeton Plan Stakeholder Committee's SWOT analysis.

On March 16, 2021, the BMMS PTA and the HHHS PTSA hosted a joint Q&A Session with Superintendent Hochreiter (video on YouTube) where parents asked questions about how implementing the Princeton Plan would affect the middle school and high school.

BMMS PTA Presents virtual cooking classes for families! 
We'll provide the ingredient shopping list, you follow along at home and learn how to make a new dish for the whole family to enjoy!

INDIAN FOOD COOKING SERIES
Taught by Leena Karande-Gore
Wednesday 1/20/21 at 6:30pm - Butter Chicken & Naan
Wednesday 2/3/21 at 6:30pm - Palak Paneer & Jeera Rice
Wednesday 2/24/21 at 6:30pm - Baingan Bharta & Dal Tadka
Wednesday 4/14/21 at 6:30pm - Tandoori Chicken Kebab & Masala Chicken Burger
Tuesday, 5/18/21 at 6pm - Gulab Jamun dessert

LEARN TO MAKE DOG OR CAT TREATS!
Monday, March 1st, 2021, 7pm
All Hen Hud students will be invited to join a Google Meet to bake their choice of dog or cat treats.  Can't join us for the class?  We will provide recipes for the treats and you can make them on your own!  Once you finish your treats, the PTA will collect them in sealed baggies and donate them to a local ASPCA.  Remote students will have a drop-off location; hybrid students will bring them in to school.
Pumpkin Dog Treats
4 Ingredient Cat Treats
3 Ingredient Chicken Dog Biscuits


WEDNESDAY NIGHT BAKE CLUB SERIES
Learn to make mid-week sweet treats!
Monday, February 11, 7pm - Chocolate Cupcakes, Buttercream Frosting and Decorating Tips with Jenean Eichenholtz
Tuesday, May 4, 7pm - Muffins for Mom with Jenean Eichenholtz

Looking for things to do with your BMMS student while we stay safe at home?  The PTA has you covered!  We will update this list every month.  Families should always inquire about registering for these programs, and always call ahead to confirm availability to make sure the program is stll running.  Email list curator Lindsey Marcus if you have events you would like to add for the future!

Summer Sustainability Program for BMMS Students
● August 16-19th
● August 23-26th
The BMMS Summer Program for incoming 7th and 8th graders will run for two weeks, Mondays through Thursdays.  The exact dates are:  August 16th - 19th &  August 23rd - 26th.  The program will be held at BMMS from 9 am to 11:30 am. Certified teachers will lead activities focused on sustainability and environmental justice with a focus on community and kindness. On the final day of the session, Thursday, August 26th, we will host a student-led community event focused on sustainability that launches continued efforts throughout the school year to reduce our waste and reuse resources. Interested families must complete an online questionnaire indicating their intent to send their child to the BMMS Summer program in order to aid the planning efforts.  Please submit one form per student.  Questionnaire responses will help gauge attendance at the program.  We ask for your response by June 1st, 2021.

Volunteer NY
● Camp Vollo Summer 2021
https://www.volunteernewyork.org/camp
Sign up for Volunteer New York’s two-week virtual summer camp for Middle and High School students. Camp Vollo! Campers are introduced to a variety of local nonprofits and provided with 10 structured DIY volunteer projects in the areas of community building, the environment, social justice/awareness, arts, and physical fitness. ​

Drive in Movie Nights!
● Hyde Park Drive in Theatre:  http://hydeparkdrivein.com/

● Poughkeepsie Drive in Theatre: http://overlookdrivein.com/

Farmers Markets
● Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market - The TaSH: http://tashfarmersmarket.org/

● Pleasantville Farmers Market: https://www.pleasantvillefarmersmarket.org/

● Ossining 2021 Down to Earth Farmers Market: https://www.downtoearthmarkets.com/

Bronx River Bicycle Sundays
● Now through October, Sundays from 10am-2pm
The only exceptions are Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day and Columbus Day weekends. The route runs from Westchester County Center in White Plains south to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers totaling a roundtrip of 13.1 miles. Free!


National Park Service
Come experience the national parks! In 2021, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2021:

• August 4: One year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
• August 25: National Park Service Birthday
• September 25: National Public Lands Day
• November 11: Veterans Day

Family Nature Explorer Walks w/Saw Mill River Audubon
● June 12th:  Crawbuckie Nature Preserve
Saw Mill River Audubon is offering small group nature walks for families.  These walks are for one parent/guardian with 1 or 2 children, ages 4-12.  One walk per family, please.  Use Sam Mill River Audubon's Lunetta Explorer Bags which can be checked out of local libraries anytime for more exploration.  Hendrick Hudson Free Library has two explorer bags - contact the children's room for more information!  These walks are led by Eric Stone from The Rewilding School, our educational partner offering even more ways for children to explore nature.
Please register at: https://www.sawmillriveraudubon.org/family-walks or via LocalHop at www.henhudfreelibrary.org


American Museum of Natural History
Explore climate change: https://www.amnh.org/explore/ology/climate-change

Tech-Savvy Teens needed to assist Seniors with Zoom
https://www.volunteernewyork.org/opportunity/a075A00000fjUMIQA2

Hilltop Hanover Farm
● Field and Farm Stand Volunteers are Needed!
http://www.hilltophanoverfarm.org
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center is seeking volunteers to help its farmers harvest, weed, prune, and prep food from its fields for its weekly farmer's market. This is a great opportunity to get outside, experience the beauty of the landscape, and work alongside knowledgeable staff and other volunteers.

Arts Westchester
● Now through August 1 
Together apART: Creating During COVID

Westchester County Parks
Outdoor sports — including hiking, biking, boating and fishing at our county parks!
https://parks.westchestergov.com/activities

Hendrick Hudson Library Teen Scene:
(914) 739-5654
● Free passes to several area museums.

Need a quiet place to work? The library has multiple study rooms available to reserve. Booking online is easy! Visit www.henhudfreelibrary.org for more information.

● Trex Recycling Film Challenge
The library has joined a six-month challenge with NexTrex.  We will be collecting plastic and when we reach 500 lbs of material we get a free bench from Trex!  You will see a recycle bin for this in our vestibule.

● Pull Tab Recycling Collection for Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley
Collect as many as you can from June through August!  Look for the container in their vestibule.

● Sunrise Scimitar with Joe Rao via Zoom
Sunday, June 6, 2 - 3pm
In collaboration with the White Plains Library, the Town of Pelham Public Library, and the Dobbs Ferry Public Library, the Hendrick Hudson Free Library will be co-hosting a virtual presentation with Joe Rao, meteorologist and astronomer, on the topic of eclipses and will highlight a spectacular eclipse of the sun that will occur over our area on June 10.  Registration begins on May 24.  The Zoom link will be made available upon registration.

● Lotus Lantern Craft via Zoom
Monday, June 7, 6pm - 7pm
The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project (KSCPP) will teach participants how to make a lovely lotus flower lantern using colored paper and wire frames.  A short documentary film will be included with the presentation.  Registration begins May 24 via LocalHop.  Kits will be available to the first twenty registrants and will be available for pick-up at the library upon registration.   The Zoom link will be sent out one day prior to the program.

● Cybersecurity via Zoom
Monday, June 14, 7pm - 8pm
Join us for a unique event where Kish Melwani of ServiceByte shows you the latest Cybersecurity threats impacting us. Learn how you can protect yourself and your family from financial loss, exposure of sensitive information, and other risks. After the presentation, Kish will perform live ethical hacking to see how hackers compromise us online. All attendees will receive a free dark web report to see if any of your current passwords are already exposed on the internet. Registration begins June 1. The Zoom invitation will be available upon registration.

● Courageous Conversations about Race
Thursday, June 24, 6:30pm
Join HHFL & Greenburgh Public Library as we continue a monthly discussion series to learn about the history of our nation, and through dialogue and education, understand and address the wounds of racism. These conversations will be facilitated by the executive director of New Era Creative Space in Peekskill, Ridvan Foxhall.  A ZOOM link will be sent to participants.

● Outdoor Coffeehouse Concert:  The BlueStorm Four
Sunday, June 27, 2pm
We are happy to bring you five gig-seasoned musicians who perform infectious "Live Cool Blues" spanning multiple decades and styles including delta blues, Texas blues, Chicago blues, bayou blues, country blues and more!  Enjoy their renditions of tunes by The Allman Brothers, BB King, Buddy Guy, Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Credence Clearwater Revival, Derek & The Dominoes, The Doors, Elvis Presley, Jimi Hendrix, Muddy Waters, Little Mack Simmons, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Stevie Ray Vaughan and many others.
Bring your mask and lawn chair or blanket, keep safe social distance, and enjoy this outdoor concert!  Fun for the whole family!

● Summer reading program Tails and Tales
Registration begins Monday, June 28, 2021 
http://hhflny14.readsquared.com

Town of Cortlandt Recreation Department
The summer brochure is available online.


Town of Cortlandt Youth Center:
(914) 736-0498
● The Youth Center has implemented a YC Lottery with specific requirements in order to keep a limited, rotating number of students in their building.
● Winter/Spring Calendar of Events

YC LOTTERY A: Parents register by taking the YC Lottery Survey, visit www.townofcortlandt.com/yc for survey. Names are pulled monthly; spots are not guaranteed and are based on need. Youth not enrolled may be waitlisted.  Location: Youth Center Day/Date: Mondays & Tuesdays Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm

YC LOTTERY B: Parents register by taking the YC Lottery Survey, visit www.townofcortlandt.com/yc for survey. Names are pulled monthly; spots are not guaranteed and are based on need. Youth not enrolled may be waitlisted.  Location: Youth Center Day/Date: Thursdays & Fridays Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm Registration: Register for Youth Center at www.townofcortlandt.com/reconline & fill out the Lottery survey at www.townofcortlandt.com/yc

YC SATURDAYS
YC is open for our regular drop-in program (pre-registration required) where you can play on the game tables, video games, go outside and more! At 2:00 PM youth can participate in our scheduled program.ccYouth are invited to join us for an evening of fun and games. Location: Youth Center Days/Dates: Saturdays; Time: 1:00 PM- 7:00 PM *Programs start at 2:00 PM Registration: Register for Youth Center & Register for YC Saturday at www.townofcortlandt.com/reconline

● Saturday, June 5: Minute to Win It
● Saturday, June 12: Cornament
● Saturday, June 19: Among Us
● Saturday, June 26: Scavenger Hunt

YC FRIDAY NIGHTS
Friday nights the YC is offering some fun, exciting programs. See the breakdown below for specific dates. Not interested in the program we are offering? You can still come and enjoy all the regular activities the YC has to offer such as ping pong, pool, video games, outdoor activities and more!  Location: Youth Center Days/Dates: Fridays; Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm Registration: Register for Youth Center & Register for YC Friday Night at www.townofcortlandt.com/reconline

● Friday, June 4: Henna Time
● Friday, June 11: DJ Night, 6pm
● Friday, June 18: Among Us
● Friday, June 25: Scavenger Hunt

YC WEDNESDAYS
YC is open for our regular drop-in program (pre-registration required) where you can play on the game tables, video games, go outside and more! Please email Katherine and/or Lindsey to register at katherines@townofcortlandt.com / lluposello@townofcortlandt.com.  Location: Youth Center Day/Date: Wednesdays; Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm Registration: Register for Youth Center at www.townofcortlandt.com/reconline & search by keyword

Artistic Camps (Grades K – 9th)
June 28 – August 20

YC Programs (Grades 6th – 12th)
May & June
July & August

YC Courses (Grades K-12th)
May – August

Youth Employment Services
Youth ages 14 - 18 can register for the program
Buinesses & Community Members with job opportunities can register for the program

● YC Family Obstacle Course 
Saturday, June 6, 1-2pm 
*Parent(s)/Guardian must attend

● Resumania 
Saturday, June 12, 1-2pm 
Ages 14-18

● Interview Skills 101 
Saturday, June 12 
2:15pm-3:15pm 
Ages 14-18

● YC Clean-Up 
Saturday, June 12, 10-11am  
6th-12th graders

Croton Library Teen Programs:
(914) 271-6612
● The Library Guild D&D
Mondays at 3:30pm
For ages ~8-18
Join their Library Guild in a D&D campaign online, with a library staff member as dungeon master! Adventurers will create characters and embark on a quest to track down rare artifacts together. No experience required (but veteran players welcome)! Email gglazer@wlsmail.org with questions.

Ossining Library Teen Programs:
(914) 941-2416
Registration is required at oplteens@wlsmail.org

● Dynamic Art
Third Wednesday of each month at 4:30 PM
Dynamic Art is presented by local art teacher Mrs. Anne Zimmerman.  In this series of classes you will learn different techniques using different mediums.  Attendance at all sessions is not mandatory.  The Zoom link will be emailed when you register so please be sure to include your email when registering.  Registration: https://ossininglibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=11483&lib=0&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2021/02/01

● Magic the Gathering
Thursdays, 3-6pm
Join game master, James as he guides you through the realms of Magic. Game will be played through Magic Arena. Download Magic Arena here. To talk with other players in the game, go to James’ Discord Channel.Email oplteens@wlsmail.org for more information.

● Take and Make!
Every Saturday unless otherwise noted
Our Take and Make Bags for Teens have been a smash hit! So we decided to continue this every Saturday morning! Our Take and Make bags will be available by the upper and lower level entrances. Get there early and get your hands on some of the coolest things their Teen Room has EVER done.


Cortlandt Community Rowing Association:
● CCRA offers a Winter Program, rowing and training opportunities for everyone - students in grades 4-12 who want to try a new sport, to adult absolute beginners, through experienced masters.

New to BMMS?  The following resources will help:

BMMS Handbook
Locks and lockers, bus notes, late bus, sports bus, afterschool activities, school nurse, academic class descriptions, unified arts, homework policies, the year at a glance, modified sports, and there's even a map for morning student drop off!

Mod & Lunch Schedule 2019-2020

BMMS Calendar
Updated monthly by the BMMS main office.

BMMS Daily Announcements
These announcements are read over the loudspeakers at the end of each day. 

Incoming 6th Graders Website

BMMS Guidance Counselors Office Website

Afterschool Clubs 2019-2020

Cortlandt Community Coalition
A group of parents, substance abuse counselors, local and county government officials, representatives from state and county police, faith-based organizations, educational groups, civic organizations, PTAs, and medical organizations who are focused on reducing underage drinking and drug use by working with community businesses and residents to change adult attitudes and behavior toward this problem.

6th Grade Barbalato Team Website

6th Grade Miller Team Website

7th Grade Callery Team Website

7th Grade Lynch Team Website

8th Grade Boyle Team Website

8th Grade McGillicuddy Team Website