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High Character – Huge Success
Weekly Bulletin – June 6, 2024
The last Weekly Bulletin for the school year will be sent home on June 13th.
Student Focus – Principal’s Message
As our students prepare for finals and Regents examines I would like to offer some practical study tips:
Create a Study Schedule: Plan your study time and stick to a routine.
Get Organized: Keep your study materials and notes well-organized.
Set Specific Goals: Define what you want to accomplish in each study session.
Find a Good Study Environment: Choose a quiet, comfortable place with minimal distractions (NO CELLPHONES).
Use Active Learning Techniques: Engage with the material through summarizing, questioning, and teaching others.
Take Regular Breaks: Set a timer and stick to the schedule.
Practice Retrieval: Test yourself on the material regularly to reinforce learning.
Use Multiple Resources: Diversify your learning materials (books, videos, online resources).
Stay Hydrated and Eat Healthily: Good nutrition can improve concentration and energy levels.
Get Enough Sleep: Adequate rest is crucial for memory consolidation and cognitive function.
Form Study Groups: Collaborate with peers to enhance understanding and gain different perspectives.
Limit Distractions: Put away devices or apps that can interrupt your focus.
Review Regularly: Periodically review your notes and materials to reinforce learning.
Stay Positive and Motivated: Maintain a positive attitude and remind yourself of your goals and achievements.
Keep a Notebook of Questions for Teachers
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found items have been placed on the table by the back entrance. If your child is missing clothing or other items, they should be looking on this table. Unclaimed items will be donated and discarded. Found electronic devices are located in the Main Office. Students missing an electronic device (phone, earbuds, etc.) should see Mrs. Keaney in case they were found and returned here.
Final Exams for Grades 6-12
Final Exams for students in grades 6-12 will be held June 11-13. The Block Schedule that will be utilized on these 3 days is below.
Last day of Regular Classes for Grades 6-12
The last day that students in grades 6-12 are expected to be in attendance in the school building is Thursday, June 13; the last day of final exams. On Monday, June 17, students in grades 6-12 are NOT expected to be in attendance at school unless they have a final exam(s) to make-up or are attending a Regents review class with a teacher.
Regents Exams
The Regents Exam schedule is as follows:
Friday June 14
8:00am English 11
12:00pm Living Environment
Tuesday, June 18
8:00am US History & Govt
12:00pm Global History & Geo
Thursday, June 20
8:00am Earth Science
12:00pm Chemistry
Friday, June 21
8:00am Geometry
Monday, June 24
8:00am Algebra II
Tuesday, June 25
8:00am Physics
High School students who need to take a Regents should report to Room 302 at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time of the exam. Students must sit for the exam a minimum of 2 hours. Regular bus runs in the morning and at 3:00pm will be available for students that need it. There is no bussing home for students who finish the morning exam or for students who need to arrive by 12pm. Please make alternate arrangements if needed.
Community Focus – A Service to the Sharon Springs Community
Sharon Springs Free Public Library
129 Main Street, Sharon Springs, NY
Regular Hours begin April 1st:
Monday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Friday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday- 10:00am-1:00pm
Computers Available
All-in-One computers available from the school. If your household qualifies for free or reduced school lunch and you would like a computer for your household, please contact Tom Reynolds at treynolds@sharonsprings.org or (518) 284-2266.
Weekly Bulletin Submissions
SSCS will continue to produce this document each week as a service to the SSCS community. Similar to last year, classified ads, such as advertisements for the sale of items, help wanted ads, etc., will no longer be accepted. Advertisements will only be accepted if it relates to a potential educational benefit for our students or it has the potential to benefit the Sharon Springs community. SSCS reserves the right to edit any submission. For consideration, please email by 3 p.m. on Tuesdays to weeklybulletin@sharonsprings.org.
