MESSAGE FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT
Dear Pocantico Hills Family,
On behalf of the entire Pocantico Hills Board of Education, I have the distinct privilege of welcoming all of our students, teachers, parents, and staff back for the 2009-2010 academic year. It is our hope that this school year will again make our learning institution shine as it has done for the past 75 years. Our students and teachers strive for excellence, for we know not the meaning of mediocrity. Our distinguished faculty stands at the ready to help educate and guide our students. Our varied academic programs and teacher led initiatives has enabled our students to excel. With hard work, grit and determination, our students will be better prepared for college and beyond. We are a New York State designated Blue Ribbon School.
Our institution is also special because of all our parent volunteers. Our parents who give time, energy and support to our teaching staff should know that their efforts makes a difference to our school. We do so very much appreciate their service. We are also fortunate to have a very generous and active PTA. Through its efforts, a myriad of events and activities are sponsored throughout the school year. Thank you PTA. The Pocantico Hills School Foundation is also publicly thanked for all the support and generous donations made by its members throughout the years.
Our school’s success comes for a clear commitment to provide excellent academic rigor and a differentiated curriculum for all students. Our instructional program is based on New York State learning standards and provides multiples opportunities for our children as they discover their talents and develop their abilities. The high academic achievement, for which we are known, coupled with the nurturing atmosphere, continues to make our school a highly desirable place to both learn and work.
The school calendar and the information contained in it are important components in maintaining our students’ high level of success. Through the calendar, community members are encouraged to participate in and plan for the many activities children will be involved in during the school year. Also please keep in mind that not all of the schools activities are posted in this calendar and all of the events posted are subject to change. Please visit our website at www.pocanticohills.org, and be ensured of receiving the latest information. We also have an e-mail network. To become a part of the network contact our District Clerk, Gina Downes at gdownes@pocanticohills.org.
It is our fondest hope and wish that this academic year bring happiness, health and new found knowledge to all our students, teachers, parents, staff and community. May we all have a successful year.
Warmest regards,
Katherine Yu
President, Board of Education