3992 NY 2 • Troy, NY 12180 • P: 518.279.4600, ext. 2003 • F: 518.279.0612 | Karen Lederman, Principal
The PTSA will hold an Elementary School Valentine's Day Dance on Friday, February 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $3.00 with music and entertainment provided by DJ Fernando. Posted 1/26/11.
Are you the parent of a child who will be eligible to attend kindergarten at Tamarac Elementary next year? If you are, please fill out our online kindergarten survey by clicking here... This will allow the district to adequately plan for staffing and space consideration for the 2012-13 school year. Please note, children must be 5-years-old on or before December 1, 2012 to start kindergarten. Posted 1/10/12.
Third Grader Ensures Children in Need Get Toys for ChristmasThanks to the thoughtfulness of third grader Marissa Lackey, more than 100 children in need will have a brand new toy to unwrap this Christmas. After seeing a story on the news about Toys for Tots, the Tamarac Elementary School student asked her teacher if they could organize a collection at school. “I thought it was a good idea because we get a lot of presents but a lot of kids don’t,” Marissa explained. Read more by clicking here... Posted 12/16/11.
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Donate Hats and Mittens to Joseph's House and ShelterJoseph’s House and Shelter in Troy will be able to provide individuals they serve hats, mittens and scarves this winter thanks to Tamarac Elementary and Middle School students. Each year, Elementary School students collect new hats and mittens for their Hat and Mitten Tree. Middle School students in the Kids Care afterschool program also knit items to put on the tree. Items are then brought to Joseph’s House and Shelter to give out to those in need. Great work! Posted 12/20/11.
The Troy Public Library is offering a free tutoring program for students ages 8 and up. “Beyond the Classroom” is offered at the main library on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Students can receive help in all subject areas. For more information, visit the Troy Public Library’s website by clicking here or call 274-7071 to make an appointment. Thanks to the Troy Public Library for offering this free service to the community! Posted 11/29/11.
Our school nurses would like to remind everyone we are entering cold and flu season. Below are everyday precautions to minimize the risks. A Parent Guide from the Centers for Disease Control is also available here… Posted 12/02/11.
The annual Pumpkin Carving Day at Tamarac Elementary School was a big hit once again this year as fathers and grandfathers visited kindergartners in class to carve pumpkins together. “It’s a nice way for them to visit their children and get involved in our school community,” said Principal Karen Lederman. “And the students absolutely love it.” To see a photo slideshow of Pumpkin Carving Day, please click here... Posted 11/01/11.
Tamarac Elementary would like to remind parents not to bring children to school before the start of school at 8:45 a.m. unless they are enrolled in the before care program, remedial morning program or have band lessons. There is no supervision available for students prior to 8:40 a.m. We thank you for your help with this matter. Posted 9/26/11.
BOE Recognizes Students for Excelling at Odyssey of the MindAt its October 6 meeting, the Board of Education recognized Tamarac Elementary students who participated in the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals in May. The team of students qualified for the World Finals by finishing first in regional competition and second in state competition. Students also received a Certificate of Merit from Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin. To read about the students trip to World Finals, click here… Posted 10/07/11.
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