• Board Meeting Highlights: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

    Scarsdale Public Schools ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CODE OF CONDUCT Organizational Meeting : At 9:01 a.m., Dr. Patrick convened the annual Organizational Meeting at which newly elected Board member, Colleen Brown, was sworn in for her second term and Laura Liu for her first term. Newly elected ex officio student Board members Lucy Eisenberg and Anish Mehta were also sworn in. Following nominations, Board Officers were elected for the 2025-26 school year. Jim Dugan was elected Board President, and Colleen Brown was elected Board Vice President. Dr. Patrick noted that since Suzie Hahn was unable to attend the meeting in person, she will be sworn in for her second term on the Board by the end of July. The Board acted on several annual requirements for the new school year, including the re-adoption of all Board of Education policies; the appointment of District Officers, District Consultants and a resolution for the appointment of the Audit Committee; the certification of payroll registers; designation of Board Officers to appoint impartial hearing officers; designation of depositories and the official school district newspaper; authorization of the bonding of employees; and authorization of several reimbursement rates, and bid procedures.  Public Hearing on the Code of Conduct:  Board of Education President Mr. Dugan called to order a Public Hearing on the Code of Conduct. As required by State regulation, the Code of Conduct must be reviewed and re-adopted by the Board of Education annually. Mr. Rauschenbach reviewed the  Code of Conduct, the annual review process, and the recommended changes to the Code for the 2025-26 school year . Mr. Dugan opened the floor to both the public and virtual audiences, but no one came forward. BUSINESS MEETING CABINET UPDATES/CONSENT AGENDA Business Meeting:  Mr. Dugan called the Business Meeting to order at 9:26 a.m., noting all Board members were present with Suzie Hahn attending remotely (Jim Dugan, President; Colleen Brown, Vice President; Leah Dembitzer; Robert Klein; Laura Liu; and Amber Yusuf). Mr. Dugan formally welcomed Ms. Liu as the Board’s newly elected member, and Ms. Brown and Ms. Hahn to their second terms on the Board, noting Ms. Brown’s role as Vice President this coming school year. He also gave a special welcome to the student Board members, stating, “ We are truly delighted to have you here with us this morning.”  Dr. Patrick and his Administrative Cabinet were also present. In his opening remarks, Mr. Dugan thanked the Board for the opportunity to serve as Board President this year, saying, “ I look forward to working with all of you as we continue our important work on behalf of our students, our school community, and the broader Scarsdale community. ”   He also noted, for the record, the  2025 Scarsdale High School graduates; thanked Ms. Hahn for her words and for representing the Board at the High School Graduation; and extended heartfelt congratulations to the Scarsdale High School Class of 2025 and the 5 th  and 8 th  grade students who moved up.  In closing, Mr. Dugan said, “ The Board looks forward to its important work this year, collaborating with the administration, faculty, students, and community in fulfilling the newly crafted Strategic Plan, and ensuring excellent educational experiences and outcomes for our students in this ever-changing world.” Dr. Patrick added his welcome to the first Business Meeting of the 2025-2026 school year and echoed Mr. Dugan’s words of congratulations to the 2025 Scarsdale High School graduates. He also recognized the work and dedication of the High School faculty, staff, and administration for providing an amazing graduation on Butler Field, and he congratulated our 5 th  and 8 th  graders as they’re bound for their next level of learning. On behalf of the entire school community, Dr. Patrick congratulated and welcomed Colleen Brown and Suzie Hahn as they commence their second terms on the Board; Laura Liu as she begins her first term; Anish Mehta and Lucy Eisenberg, our new ex officio student Board members; and thanked the continuing Board members. He noted, “ Your service to the school district is critically important, and deeply appreciated, as the work of our Board members has a lasting impact on the education of Scardale’s children. ” .  Board members gave the following reports: Ms. Hahn reported that she and Dr. Patrick attended the Scarsdale Edgemont Girl Scout Award Ceremony on June 11 th and presented a Certificate of Recognition to SHS senior Samantha Levine for her Gold Award project “Simple Cooking With Sam.” She congratulated Ms. Levine and wished her the best in her future endeavors.  Ms. Brown shared information on the Elementary Math Parent Coffee she attended with fellow Board members on June 11 th . She noted that the event was thoughtfully designed and provided insight into the math curriculum, and she extended heartfelt thanks to the District administration and faculty for their contributions.  Mr. Dugan provided information on the 2x2 Board-Leadership Meeting he attended on June 17 th  and the topics discussed.  Although there were no reports by the new student Board members, both Anish Mehta and Lucy Eisenberg introduced themselves and expressed excitement to be at the Board table.  Cabinet Updates:  Dr. Patrick introduced Cabinet Members to provide the following updates.  Human Resources :  Ms. Troy welcomed and introduced new faculty appointments on the  Personnel Report , including the appointment of  Nick Ferraro to the position of Director of Facilities III . Technology : Ms. Crowley presented an update on the role of the Data Protection Officer and reported on unauthorized disclosures, noting that there were zero breaches this year. She also provided details on an accidental release of data reported this year, the remediation plan used, and she answered Board questions.  Safety, Security, and Emergency Management : Mr. Rauschenbach presented an update on the work and prioritization of installing door ajar sensors in the District. He also provided information on field work and work at the Fox Meadow playground, which are contingent on State aid. Mr. Rauschenbach answered questions submitted by Board members. Curriculum and Instruction : In Dr. McIntosh’s absence, Dr. Patrick noted that the contract with McGraw-Hill for Reveal Math will be presented to the Board for review, discussion, and action later in the meeting.  Business/Facilities : Mr. Lennon provided the following updates: The purchase of three large EV buses was included in the 2025-26 budget, utilizing EPA and NYSERDA funding to reduce the cost. Recent concerns regarding the reliability of Federal tax credits have resulted in the decision for the District to purchase two of the buses to keep within the budget. Mr. Lennon noted that if the credits become available, the third bus will be purchased, and further information will be presented at a future meeting. Mr. Lennon addressed questions and concerns presented by Board members.  Mr. Lennon provided the  background information  and justification for a change order with Tribeca Air to remove, clean, and reconnect ductwork in the High School Auditorium. The change order will be presented to the Board for approval later in the meeting. Mr. Lennon answered Board questions. The Capital Projects Steering Committee will meet again later today to generate consensus for the scope of work for a potential 2026 Bond Referendum. Hearing From Those Present:  Community members were invited to address the Board. No one spoke in person or virtually.  Written Communications:  Ms. Brown reported the Board had received (14) emails from members of the community since the last report,  as listed in the Board meeting agenda,  all of which received a response from the Board and/or District Administration. Consent Agenda:  The Board approved the items on the  Consent Agenda , including the  Code of Conduct  and  Personnel Report .  INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ACTION ITEMS Information Items/Discussion:  The Board considered several items under the information/discussion portion of the agenda:   Lisa Zareski, District Treasurer, presented the  District Treasurer’s Report & Schedule of Investments for May 2025 .  In accordance with   District Policy 6150 , the Board of Education must approve all transfers of funds in excess of $25,000. Ms. Zareski explained the  budget transfers  that will be presented to the Board for approval later in the meeting.   Contract Over $20K: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - Reveal Math : Dr. Patrick provided the background information and proposal for renewing the contract with McGraw-Hill’s Reveal Math for three years. He explained that the recommendation is being made after a thorough review of the program’s strengths, areas for improvement, and the feedback received from educators, families, administrators, and students. Additionally, the program aligns with the Next Generation Math Standards. Dr. Patrick answered Board members' questions and discussed ways to continue to engage the community for further input on the program. The contract will be presented to the Board for approval later in the meeting. Dr. Patrick presented the  background and first reading of draft Policy 8113 -  Extreme Heat Condition Days . The policy will be presented for the second reading at the August 25 th  Board meeting. Dr. Patrick provided the  background  and the first reading of  1400-R -  Public Complaints - Complaints About Instructional Materials   and the corresponding form  1400-E  that will, once adopted, accompany  Policy 1400 -  Public Complaints .   Board Goals: Preliminary Discussion : Mr. Dugan provided background information on the Board’s process of establishing goals and objectives for the upcoming school year. The   2024-2025 adopted goals and objectives  were used as a starting point for the Board discussion, which was followed by recommendations for the  2025-26 Board Goals and Objectives. A draft of the goals, incorporating the suggestions, will be presented at the August 25 th  Board meeting for further review and discussion. Superintendent Evaluation Template: Preliminary Discussion : Mr. Dugan provided an overview and timeline for the Board’s annual process of evaluating the Superintendent of Schools, and reviewed the template and evaluation tool that were used in last year’s evaluation. Board members engaged in a discussion and reached a consensus to continue to use the SuperEval evaluation tool for the upcoming school year.  Dr. Patrick reviewed the gift proposals over $1,000 for the Board’s review and discussion, and answered Board questions. Edgewood Greenacres Greenacres Heathcote Quaker Ridge Quaker Ridge Middle School Board Summer Work : Mr. Dugan introduced possible options for Board summer work and asked fellow Board members for their thoughts on any additional work and to reach out to him and Ms. Brown with any interest in this work.  Action Items:  The Board adopted  Policy 5695 -  Students and Personal Electronic Devices ; the 2025-26 Tax Levy; budget transfers, the contract with McGraw-Hill for Reveal Math, and approved, with gratitude, a gift proposal from the High School and an amended gift to Fox Meadow Elementary School. Public Comment:  Community members were invited to address the Board; no one spoke in person or remotely. Wrap-Up Items:  In a wrap-up of the meeting, Dr. Patrick confirmed that the 2025-26 Board goals will be reviewed and discussed at the August Board meeting. Adjournment:  The Board adjourned the meeting at 11:09 a.m. and entered into an Executive Session to discuss matters related to collective bargaining and contract negotiations. The Board meeting may be viewed on the District website,  Board of Education VOD .   * Note from the Board of Education: Please email your feedback, questions, or comments to  boardofed@scarsdaleschools.org UPCOMING MEETINGS Monday, August 25, 2025 6:00 P.M.: Business Meeting Location: Room 170-172, High School Monday, September 8, 2025 6:00 P.M.: Special Meeting/Executive Session, if needed Location: Room 170-172, High School Monday, September 15, 2025 5:00 P.M.: Special Meeting/Designated Group Location: SHS Learning Commons 6:00 P.M.: Special Meeting/Executive Session 6:30 P.M.: Business Meeting Location: Room 170-172, High School BOARD & CABINET  Board of Education James Dugan, President Colleen Brown, Vice President Leah Dembitzer Suzie Hahn Robert Klein Laura Liu Amber Yusuf Supt. of Schools Dr. Drew Patrick Supt.’s Cabinet Jeannie Crowley, Dir. of Tech. and Innovation Andrew B. Lennon, Asst. Supt. for Business   Dr. Edgar McIntosh, Asst. Supt. for Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Eric Rauschenbach, Asst. Supt. for Special Ed. & Student Services Meghan Troy, Asst. Supt. for Human Resources and Leadership Development  William Yang, K-12 Coordinator of Digital Literacy & Learning 

    Wednesday, Jul 02 2025

  • Board Meeting Notice: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

    Scarsdale Public Schools Board Meeting Notice The Board of Education of the Scarsdale Union Free School District will hold the following meetings in Room 170-172 at Scarsdale High School, 2 Brewster Road, on  Tuesday, July 1, 2025. At  9:00 a.m.,  the Board will convene its annual Organizational Meeting, at which it will elect officers and attend to annual appointments, designations, and authorizations. Suzie Hahn will be attending the meetings virtually due to extraordinary circumstances, according to  Policy 2340 - Notice of Meetings  and  2340-E - Board Meeting Video Conferencing Procedures . Immediately following the Organizational Meeting, the Board will convene a Public Hearing on the Code of Conduct. Immediately following the Public Hearing, the Board will convene a Business Meeting. Highlights of the Business Meeting agenda include: A Consent Agenda; Cabinet Updates; Information and Discussion items, including the District Treasurer’s Report & Schedule of Investments, budget transfers, the first reading of draft Policy 8113 -  Extreme Heat Condition Days , and draft Policy 1400-R  Public Complaints  and Exhibit 1400-E  Complaint(s) About Instructional & Library Materials,  preliminary discussions regarding the Board’s goals, the Superintendent’s evaluation template, summer work for Board members, and gift proposals over $1,0000; and Action items include budget transfers, the adoption of Policy 5695 -  Students and Personal Electronic Devices , the 2025-26 tax levy, proposed new textbooks, a gift proposal to the High School, and an amendment to a previously approved gift. It is anticipated that the Board will adjourn the Business Meeting into an Executive Session to discuss matters related to collective bargaining negotiations. * Please note : The meetings will be  live-streamed online at  SPS-TV , and public comment will take place in person and via Zoom. To participate in the public comment periods virtually, click the link  here .    The meetings will replay on cable SPS-TV. The replay schedule will be published the following day at  www.scarsdaleschools.org/tv . The video recording will also be posted online in the  BOE Video Library . For additional information, contact the District Clerk at  hadams@scarsdaleschools.org.

    Thursday, Jun 26 2025

  • The Friday Five - June 20, 2025

    June 20, 2025 5th Grade Capstone Congratulations to our 5th graders on completing and presenting their Capstone projects! The wide range of inquiry based research projects reflects the deep curiosity and inquisitiveness that our students possess. Their pursuit of scientific wonderings, historical events, and personal passions required expert interviews, site visits, and traditional research. By posing and answering questions of their own design, students narrowed down their topics and integrated feedback from peers and teachers alike. Thank you to our teachers and the experts who supported our students on their Capstone journey!  Learning, Living, and Leading Here is a small sample of progress made this year toward our  strategic plan goals :  Student focus groups responsive to last year's  belonging survey  have helped to define building goals for next year, which will be shared in the Fall; w ork to identify priority capital projects for a potential bond referendum in 2026 is well underway; t raining of faculty and staff on the  prevention, reporting, and investigation  of bullying, harassment, discrimination, and misconduct took place, and planning for student-facing lessons for next year has begun; finally, we launched ParentSquare as our new communications platform, and upgraded our  website , including the new  Parent Hub  page.  Graduation is Tonight! SHS class of 2025 Commencement is set for 7 PM on Butler Field. The graduation will be  live streamed on SPS-TV , so please feel free to tune in. A shout out to our custodial team for all their preparations - Butler Field is ready to welcome our soon-to-be graduates and their loved ones! Spring Sports Final Congratulations to the Girls Golf team on another State Championship! Emma Lee finished tied for 6th in the tournament. The Track and Field team competed at the state tournament this past weekend. Eva Gibney finished 5th in the pentathlon, and Adrianna Pettinelli finished 4th in the 1500m. The girls All-State 4 x 800 relay team of Rachel Rakower, Zoe Dichter, Leia Patel, and Adrianna Pettinelli, took 4th place. Congratulations to all of our athletes on a tremendous year ! As we look to 2025-26, Football practices start on August 23 and all other sports begin on August 25. That 's A Wrap! This will be the final edition of The Friday Five for the 2024-25 school year. Please remember that next week follows an early release schedule for our schools. Please keep your eye out for the first of two Back-to-School editions of The Friday Five   on August 22 . In closing, thank you to our amazing Scarsdale Public Schools community for making this year so positive. It truly takes a village, and this is a very special one. We wish you all a fun, restful, and relaxing summer!   Do you have a question, or a suggestion for the Friday Five? Email publicinformation@scarsdaleschools.org      Join our community email list! Scarsdale Public Schools   2 Brewster Road Scarsdale, NY 10583 914-721-2410 www.scarsdaleschools.org

    Friday, Jun 20 2025

  • Final Spring Sports Update

    SCARSDALE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS Hello Raider Nation, The  Girls Golf  team takes home another State Championship! Emma Lee finished tied for 6th in the tournament. Congratulations to the team and Coach Barney Foltman on a fantastic season!   The Track and Field  team  competed at the state tournament this past weekend. Eva Gibney finished 5th in the pentathlon, and Adrianna Pettinelli finished 4th in the 1500m. Additionally, the girls 4 x 800 relay team, consisting of Rachel Rakower, Zoe Dichter, Leia Patel, and Adrianna Pettinelli, took 4th place. Congratulations to them on being named All-State.   In my last note, I shared that the custodial staff has asked for all items in the locker rooms to be removed for cleaning. They have moved their timeline up, so please have students retrieve anything they may have left behind as soon as possible. Anything left after Wednesday will be donated or discarded.   Lastly, Fall sports interest meetings are this week. The schedule can be found here . Football starts on August 23 and all other sports begin on August 25.   To all the graduates and their families – congratulations and best of luck in your next chapter! Enjoy the summer! Cindy Parrott Athletic Director

    Monday, Jun 16 2025

  • The Friday Five - June 13, 2025

    June 13, 2025 Elementary Math Morning A big thank you to all the parents, teachers, and building leaders who engaged in a morning dedicated to elementary math this past Wednesday. After diving into many of the   lessons, tools, and assessments we use to support math learning, parents asked questions and engaged in dialog aimed at guiding changes and improvements that will take place over the summer for implementation next year. We look forward to updating you on that work as the 2025-26 school year starts! Retirement & Recognition On Tuesday, Scarsdale Public Schools held our annual Retirement & Recognition ceremony honoring both retirees and employees who have completed 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and...yes...45 years of service to our District!  Click here to see a photo album  of those we recognized, and  click here for the list of honorees . Please join us in thanking our dedicated educators and support staff for their contributions to Learning, Living,  and Leading  in the Scarsdale Public Schools ! Butler Track & Field Closure SHS class of 2025 Commencement is set for June 20th at 7 PM on Butler Field. The Butler Field track and turf at Scarsdale High School will be closed from Wednesday, June 18, through the evening of Friday, June 20, to accommodate graduation preparations. Signage will be posted at the facility during the closure as a reminder to the public. We thank the community for understanding.  Thank You! As the year draws to a close, we want to thank all of our parents and caregivers, our  PTC , our   PTAs , and  Maroon & White  for their continued support throughout the year. Collectively, the Board received 41 gifts this year totaling $342,316 to support programming and experiences beyond the curriculum that we would not otherwise be able to provide for our students. We are also grateful to  Scarsdale Family Counseling Service  and our partners in the  Village , including the Mayor, Village Manger, Parks and Recreation, SPD, the Fire Department, and the rest of the Village team! You are essential partners in our work and we thank you! State Champs & More! The Girls Flag Football team won the New York State Class A Championship! Sam Saeed captured 2nd place in the State for boys tennis, and coach Jen Roane was nominated for NFHS Coach of the Year!  Catch up on the latest postseason outcomes in Girls Golf, Track and Field, Crew, and Boys lacrosse  here ,  and don't forget to view all the post season action in the  Raider Reporter .   Congratulations to our student-athletes on an incredibly successful season, and an amazing year! Do you have a question, or a suggestion for the Friday Five? Email publicinformation@scarsdaleschools.org      Join our community email list! Scarsdale Public Schools   2 Brewster Road Scarsdale, NY 10583 914-721-2410 www.scarsdaleschools.org

    Friday, Jun 13 2025

  • Board Meeting Highlights: Monday, June 9, 2025

    Scarsdale Public Schools SPECIAL MEETINGS/RETIREMENT RECOGNITION Special Meeting/Retirement Recognition : At 5:30 p.m., Suzie Hahn, Board of Education President, convened a Special Meeting to recognize teacher retirements. Dr. Patrick spoke in honor of the  teacher retirees  who have served the District for 227 years collectively. On behalf of a grateful Scarsdale community, Dr. Patrick thanked the retirees for their distinctive contributions to our students, schools, and community and congratulated them on their well-deserved retirement.  Ms. Troy introduced and congratulated each retiring faculty member, and presented them with the book -   I Wish You Happiness.  On behalf of the Board, Ms. Hahn expressed appreciation to this year’s retirees noting, “ Your careers have been distinguished and your contributions significant. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, your years of service, and the legacy you leave behind .”  BUSINESS MEETING/CABINET UPDATES/CONSENT AGENDA Business Meeting:  Ms. Hahn called the Business Meeting to order at 5:50 p.m., noting that all Board members were present except for Ron Schulhof who couldn’t attend the meeting due to a family matter. Dr. Patrick and members of his Administrative Cabinet were also present.  Being the last Board Meeting of the school year, Ms. Hahn reflected on the Board’s accomplishments related to its  2024-25 Goals and Primary Objectives  in support of the Strategic Plan and  Learning, Living, and Leading.  She said, “ While these goals were wide-ranging in their scope, they all connect back to providing the best education for our students. I want to thank all Board members, Dr. Patrick, Cabinet Members, administrators, faculty and staff, and our students and community for making great strides in all of these areas. The dedication and time given by Board members this year has been tremendous.”  Ms. Hahn also thanked the PTAs and PTC, Maroon and White, and Friends of Music and the Arts for their generous support and partnership this year that continues to enrich the student experience in our schools. In closing, Ms. Hahn congratulated and welcomed the newly elected ex officio student Board members, Anish Mehta and Lucy Eisenberg; she provided a brief review of the election; and she thanked Principal Bonamo and his team for guiding this process and overseeing the election. She also congratulated Colleen Brown on being elected to a second term on the Board and Laura Liu on her first, saying, “ I look forward to working with you and the rest of the Board next year .” Dr. Patrick added his welcome and congratulations to the Scarsdale High School Girls Flag Football team on winning the State Championship and he thanked their coaches Tom Newkirk and Mindy Genovese, and also the Scarsdale Police Department (SPD) for giving the team a ‘championship escort.’ He congratulated tennis player Sam Saeed on his second-place State finish and Coach Jen Roan on her nomination as NFHS tennis coach of the year.  Dr. Patrick extended gratitude to his Cabinet Members for the hard work and the great deal of preparation that went into the evening’s extensive Board Meeting agenda and he thanked each Board member for their preparation, questions, and suggestions in advance of the meeting, as well as throughout the extremely busy school year. He also recognized the full administrative team, faculty, and support staff, saying, “ They approached another challenging year with fortitude and the commitment to excellence this school district is known for.” Dr. Patrick also thanked parents, caregivers, and the PTC and PTAs for their continued support throughout the year, as well as the Scarsdale Family Counseling Service and our partners in the Village, SPD, and the Fire Department. He said, “ You are essential partners in our work .”  In closing, Dr. Patrick congratulated all of our students, especially the 5 th  and 8 th  graders and the 2025 senior class stating, “ I hope we have helped to advance our vision to foster the potential of our students to live well-balanced lives full of meaning, purpose, impact, and joy this year. The excitement of transition to new schools, and for our graduates, the “commencement” of a new chapter of your lives, is something to be savored. These milestones can serve as important points of reflection, so I urge our students to pause and take a quiet moment before your respective ceremonies to reflect on all you have accomplished. An extraordinary future awaits each of you, next year and beyond. ”  The following  Board members presented reports: Mr. Klein provided information on the Code of Conduct Meeting he attended on June 2 nd  and noted that the Code of Conduct will be presented at the July 1 st  Board Meeting for approval.  Ms. Hahn reported she attended the  Tunes in Bloom Concert  on June 1 st  with over 100 attendees and performances by Dr. McIntosh and Amanda Gundling, High School Choral Director. She added that it was a truly heartwarming event. Ms. Hahn announced that the Scarsdale Edgemont Girl Scout Gold Award Ceremony is on Wednesday, June 11 th , at 7:00 p.m. She congratulated SHS student Samantha Levine on her award and thanked her for living and personifying Scarsdale’s motto of  non sibi . Cabinet Updates:  Dr. Patrick introduced Cabinet Members to provide the following updates:  Dr. Patrick presented the elementary  Parent-Teacher conference dates for the 2025-26 school year  and the revised school calendar. In response to a question regarding feedback on the remote conferences, Dr. Patrick noted the general sense he received from community members was that remote conferences were useful. Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment : Dr. McIntosh provided information on the Elementary Math Parent Coffee to be held on Wednesday, June 11 th , from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. at the Scarsdale High School District Offices 170-172. The event will be hosted by District teachers, administrators, and Math Coordinators and will explore the lessons, tools, and assessments used to support math learning; build a shared understanding of ways the District is making evidence-based refinements; provide opportunities for parents to offer their perspectives and ask questions; and identify opportunities for further collaboration.  Human Resources and Leadership Development : Ms. Troy welcomed and introduced the probationary teachers as presented in the  Personnel Report  in the Board meeting agenda. Public Comment:  Members of the community were invited to address the Board. Two people spoke in person. One person spoke remotely. Follow-Up to Public Comment : Dr. Patrick provided clarification on the 2x2 Board-Leadership Meetings in question. As stated in Appendix #7 of the District Safety Plan, the purpose of the meetings is to share information, engage in discussion, and collaborate on issues of joint District and Village interest related to safety, security, and emergency management. The meetings are attended by the Village Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Village Manager, Board President and Vice President, and the Superintendent. Written Communications:  Mr. Dugan reported the Board had received (28) messages since the May 12 th  Board Meeting,  as listed in the Board meeting agenda , all of which received a response from the Board and/or District Administration. Consent Agenda:  The Board approved the items on the  Consent Agenda , including the  Personnel Report . INFORMATION/DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS Information Items and Discussion:  The Board considered items under the Information/Discussion portion of the agenda: Dr. Patrick introduced Kevin Walsh, BBS Architects, to provide  an update on the work of the Capital Projects Steering Committee . The update included the purpose and scope of work of the Committee; scheduled meetings and topics discussed; prioritization and consensus topics for a 2025-26 bond; and a potential timeline. Board members submitted questions that were addressed by Mr. Walsh.  Dr. Patrick presented the  Treasurer’s Report for April 2025  and answered Board members' questions in Ms. Zareski’s absence. In accordance with  District Policy 6150 , the Board of Education must approve all transfers of funds over $25,000. Dr. Patrick presented an explanation of the  budget transfers  that will be presented to the Board for approval later in the meeting.  Cenergistic - Behavioral Energy Savings Program Update :  Cenergistic representatives Matthew Stellar and Holly Charlesworth provided an overview of the program including the District’s energy program performance, the school year accomplishments and the progress made over the past two years, and a look ahead to the third year of the program and steps moving forward. Board members and Dr. Patrick asked questions about the regional average for Energy Use Intensity (EUI); what factors determine those numbers in other districts in the Cenergistic community; and the feasibility for Scarsdale Schools to get closer to the regional average of 47 EUI which were answered by Mr. Stellar and Ms. Charlesworth. Ms. Troy presented the  SAES MOA , stating that the agreement has been extended for a new one-year term ending June 30, 2026, and the terms of the Agreement shall stay the same except where stated in the Memorandum. The MOA will be presented to the Board for approval later in the meeting.  Dr. Patrick presented the fourth and final reading of  draft Policy 2245 -  Ex Officio Student Board of Education Member  and Exhibit. With no further revisions recommended, the policy and Exhibit will be presented to the Board for adoption later in the meeting. Dr. Patrick presented the third reading of  draft Policy 5695 -  Students and Personal Electronic Devices . He reviewed a revision made to the policy; and answered a Board member’s question regarding the list of devices in the policy. It was recommended that an update on the implementation of the policy be given to the Board in the fall. With no further revisions recommended, the policy and exhibit will be presented to the Board for adoption at the July 1 st  Board Meeting.  Dr. McIntosh reviewed the  proposed new high school textbooks for AT Music Theory classes  that will be presented to the Board for approval at the July 1 st  Board Meeting. Dr. Patrick reviewed the gift proposals over $1,000 for the Board’s review and discussion and congratulated  Scarsdale’s scholar Kelly Deng for earning the award to be used to support excellence in science, math, and/or engineering education. High School           With no further discussion or information requested, the gift will be presented to the  Board for approval at                the July 1 st  Board meeting. Dr. Patrick reviewed the  2024-25 Annual Gift Report , and the  processes in place .  He reported that in the 2024-25 school year, the Board received gifts totaling $342,316. On behalf of the District, Dr. Patrick expressed collective gratitude to the PTAs, Maroon and White, and individual donors for the generous gifts. On behalf of the board, Ms. Hahn echoed Dr. Patrick’s words of thanks and appreciation. Board Self-Evaluation : Mr. Dugan provided an overview of the Board’s process for self-evaluation and the goals that were determined at the beginning of the school year. He reviewed the  Board’s self-assessment tool , and the scale for the ratings, and he noted that the Board will meet in an Executive Session following the Business Meeting to evaluate the Board’s functioning as a whole.  Board Leadership and Succession Planning : During the May 12 th  Board Meeting, Ms. Hahn asked Board members to reach out to her with any interest in serving as a Board officer for the 2025-26 school year. She reported that Mr. Dugan indicated his interest in serving as Board President and Ms. Brown as Board Vice President. As a reminder, the formal nominations are made and voted on at the Board’s Organizational Meeting on July 1 st . Ms. Hahn thanked Mr. Dugan and Ms. Brown for their willingness to serve in these leadership positions. End-of-Year Tributes : Ms. Hahn conveyed Mr. Schulhof’s regret in not being able to attend the Board Meeting and she noted that words of tribute for Mr. Schulhof will be presented at a future meeting. Dr. Patrick and Board members shared words of gratitude for Ms. Hahn and Mr. Dugan for their service as Board officers this year.  Action Items:  The Board approved the budget transfers, the Superintendent’s contract, the SAES MOA, Board Policy #2245 -  Ex Officio Student Member of the Board of Education,  and gifts to Edgewood, Fox Meadow, Greenacres, and Quaker Ridge Elementary Schools, and the High School and SHS Athletics .  Hearing From Those Present:  Members of the public were invited to address the Board. Eleven people spoke in person. Two people spoke remotely.   Follow-Up Items:  Dr. Patrick thanked the speakers for their engagement and he clarified that the information sent out regarding Reveal Math was sent from the District, not the Board. Regarding the speaker’s comments about air conditioning in the high school gyms, he noted that the Capital Projects Steering Committee will discuss improvement options, including cost estimates, and Mr. Lennon has been reviewing other options and researching the NYSED requirements. Dr. Patrick also pointed out that the purchase and installation of the scoreboards referenced by an earlier speaker were gifted by Maroon and White and not purchased with District funds. Dr. McIntosh added that he's looking forward to Wednesday’s Parent Community Coffee to answer questions, address concerns about the math curriculum, and provide opportunities for additional feedback on Reveal Math. Adjournment:  The Board adjourned the meeting at 8: p.m. The Board meeting may be viewed on the District website,  Board of Education VOD . *Note from the Board of Education: Please email your feedback, questions, or comments to boardofed@scarsdaleschools.org UPCOMING MEETINGS Tuesday, July 1, 2025 9:00 A.M.: Organizational & Business Meeting Location: Room 170-172, High School 6:00 P.M.: Business Meeting Location: Room 170-172, High School BOARD & CABINET  Board of Education Suzie Hahn, President James Dugan, Vice Pres. Colleen Brown Leah Dembitzer Robert Klein Ron Schulhof Amber Yusuf Supt. of Schools Dr. Drew Patrick Supt.’s Cabinet Jeannie Crowley, Dir. of Tech. and Innovation Andrew B. Lennon, Asst. Supt. for Business   Dr. Edgar McIntosh, Asst. Supt. for Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Eric Rauschenbach, Asst. Supt. for Special Ed. & Student Services Meghan Troy, Asst. Supt. for Human Resources and Leadership Development  William Yang, K-12 Coordinator of Digital Literacy & Learning 

    Wednesday, Jun 11 2025

  • Spring Sports Update #5

    SCARSDALE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS Good morning, Our  Girls Flag Football  team is the New York State Class A Champions!  They played two intense games against tough competitors this weekend in Cortland. On Saturday, they defeated the Section 3 champions, Fayetteville-Manlius 14-7. They completed their undefeated season, winning the title against Half Hollow Hills by a score of 20-6. Congratulations to all of the girls and their coaches, Tom Newkirk and Mindy Genovese, on an incredible 22-0 championship season! Boys Tennis player Sam Saeed had an absolutely exhausting weekend finishing second in the State Individuals Tennis Championship. Sam won two matches on Friday in the heat and humidity. His day on Saturday began at 7:30 am, but after a long rain delay, he won his first match after 6:00 pm. His second match that day had to be suspended because the USTA tennis center closes at 11:00 pm. He finished the match early Sunday morning, advancing to the finals. Despite his best effort, he fell to an incredibly talented opponent. Congratulations to Sam and Coaches Jen Roane and Mike Kumaresan. Speaking of Coach Jen Roane – she has been nominated for the NFHS Coach of the Year Award for her work with Girls Tennis. She has previously won this award for coaching Boys Tennis. Congratulations to Jen on a well-deserved honor! Girls Golf will wrap up their state tournament today so we await final results. Emma Lee is at the top of the leaderboard and the team was in second place late Sunday. Our  Track and Field team had a great weekend and several runners have qualified for the state tournament next weekend in Middletown. Adrianna Pettinelli (1500m), Jake Saxon (110 hurdles), and Eva Gibney (pentathlon) all advance. Both the boys (Rishi Shadaksharappa, Jack Sherman, Charlie Rich, and Nate Lynch) and girls (Rachel Rakower, Zoe Dichter, Leia Patel, and Adrianna Pettinelli) 4 x 800 relay teams also advance.  On May 16, the  Crew team competed at the Stotesbury Cup, the world's largest high school regatta, in Philadelphia. The Girls Junior 4, consisting of Claudia Gelblum, Soula Scarpelli, Dafna Arenstein, Bridget Hughes, and Emily Schulmann finished 13th out of 46 entries with a time of 05:37.41, qualifying for the semifinals. Unfortunately, due to storms and unsafe conditions on the river, the semifinals and finals were cancelled with medals awarded on trial times. Those rowers, along with Paloma Garcia and Brooke Goldstein, have qualified to compete in the Youth National Rowing Championships in Sarasota, Florida on June 12-15. We wish them and all the rowers in our SHS community competing at this event the best! Boys Lacrosse completed their season with a tough loss to Mamaroneck at the Section One Championships last Wednesday.  They had a lot to be proud of this season! Lastly, a note from our custodial staff. Please be sure to have all athletes retrieve items from the locker rooms prior to June 26. Anything left after that date will be donated or discarded. Thanks, Cindy Parrott

    Monday, Jun 09 2025

  • The Friday Five - June 6, 2025

    June 6, 2025 Elementary Math Parent Coffee & Survey On June 11th from 8:30 - 10 am, teachers, principals, and math coordinators are hosting an Elementary Math event for current K-5 parents. The workshop is at SHS, 2 Brewster Rd, in Rooms 170-172 (use the main Brewster Rd entrance). Please come even if you can't be there for the whole time - a late arrival is fine. You will get the chance to ask questions, and explore the lessons, tools, and assessments we use to support math learning. Learn more and RSVP here! Can't make it, or prefer a survey?  Share your feedback here. Tunes in Bloom @ SPL Over 100 attendees turned out for last Sunday's  Tunes in Bloom   concert at Scarsdale Public Library. Hosted by  Friends of Music & Art , the event nurtured budding musicians by creating an inviting atmosphere to perform and share their love of music. The range of performances was outstanding, from self-composed pieces, to story sharing on the composition process, to jazz pieces, our students were outstanding! See the full   program here , and  video of the performances here . Congratulations! End of Year Celebrations The time is upon us ! Our end of year celebrations are only a few weeks away. Our first 5th grade moving up ceremony will be Quaker Ridge's on June 13th. The 8th grade luncheon and party is on June 17th, Edgewood's moving up is on June 18th, and Fox Meadow, Greenacres, and Heathcote celebrate their 5th graders on June 20th. The A School class of 2025 will be honored on June 18th, and the full SHS class of 2025 Commencement is set for June 20th at 7 PM on Butler Field. Congratulations to our students!   Calendar Update - Parent Teacher Conferences The 2025-26 Parent Teacher Conferences have been set and  updated on our school calendar . Here are the dates:  Fall 2025 (Grade K-5): Friday, December 5 and Friday, December 12 - 1/2 day early dismissal; Tuesday, December 9 - after school conferences (approx. 3:30-5:30)  |   Spring 2026 (Grades K-2): Thursday, March 19 and Thursday, March 26 - 1/2 day early dismissal; Tuesday, March 24 - after-school conferences (approx. 3:30-5:30) and Grades 3-5 Zoom conferences. Athletics Success Continues! The season has wrapped up for some, while the postseason continues for others. Our Section 1 Champion Girls Golf Team is sending three athletes to States in Rochester this weekend, while the Girls Track and Field state qualifier meet continues today. Our Girls Flag Football squad plays in the State Finals this weekend in Cortland, and Boys Tennis player Sam Saeed also competes this weekend in the State Individuals Tournament.  See this update for the most recent team and individual results, and don't forget to view all the post season action in the  Raider Reporter !  Congratulations to our student-athletes, and Go Raiders! Do you have a question, or a suggestion for the Friday Five? Email publicinformation@scarsdaleschools.org      Join our community email list! Scarsdale Public Schools   2 Brewster Road Scarsdale, NY 10583 914-721-2410 www.scarsdaleschools.org

    Friday, Jun 06 2025

  • Board Meeting Notice: Monday, June 9, 2025

    Scarsdale Public Schools Board Meeting Notice The Board of Education of the Scarsdale Union Free School District will hold the following meetings  on Monday, June 9, 2025, in Room 170-172 at Scarsdale High School, 2 Brewster Road,  unless noted otherwise .  At 5:30 p.m.,  the Board will convene a Special Meeting to recognize teacher retirements. Immediately following  the Special Meeting, the Board will convene a Business Meeting. Highlights of the Business Meeting agenda are: Cabinet Updates; A Consent Agenda, including a Personnel Report; Information and Discussion items, including an update from the Capital Projects Steering Committee, a Treasurer’s Report, budget transfers, an update on Cenergistic’s Behavioral Energy Savings Program, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Scarsdale Association of Educational Secretaries (SAES), the fourth reading of Policy 2245 -  Ex-Officio Student Member of the Board of Education,  the third reading of Policy 5695 -  Students and Personal Electronic Devices , proposed new textbooks, a gift proposal over $1,000, the annual gift report for the 2024-25 school year, and end-of-year tributes; and Action items including budget transfers, the Superintendent’s contract, the SAES MOA, Policy 2245 -  Ex-Officio Student Member of the Board of Education ,  and gift proposals to Edgewood, Fox Meadow, Greenacres, Quaker Ridge Elementary Schools, the High School, and SHS Athletics. Please note : The meetings will be  live-streamed online at  SPS-TV , and public comment will take place in person and via Zoom. To participate in the public comment periods virtually, click the link  here .    The meetings will replay on cable SPS-TV. The replay schedule will be published the following day at  www.scarsdaleschools.org/tv . The video recording will also be posted online in the  BOE Video Library .   For additional information, contact the District Clerk at   hadams@scarsdaleschools.org .

    Thursday, Jun 05 2025

  • Spring Sports Update #4

    SCARSDALE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS Hello Raider Nation, Since my last message, some of our teams have continued through the postseason, while others have seen their seasons come to an end. Both the  Girls and Boys Golf  teams are Section 1 Champions! The boys team saw Leo Chu place third, allowing him to move on to the State Tournament next weekend. For the girls team, Emma Lee finished in second place with teammates Chloe Ji finishing 6th, Liya Chu 9th, and Rory Winston 10th. Emma, Chloe, and Liya will compete at the State Tournament next weekend in Rochester. The  Girls Track and Field  team finished third at Sectionals last Thursday.  We did have the following Section One Champions:  Alice Nicassio - 100 meters  Jake Saxon - 110 meter high hurdles   Girls 4x800 - Adriana Pettinelli, Leia Patel, Dalia Latzman, Rachel Rakower  The State Qualifier Meet is June 5th and 6th. In  Boys Tennis , Sam Saeed finally made up the repeatedly rain-delayed championship match and finished second in Section 1. He will continue to the State Individuals Tournament next weekend at the USTA Tennis Center in Queens. Girls Flag Football  played in the Regional Finals on Saturday at Tappan Zee High School. They defeated a fast and athletic Middletown team 19-18 to advance to the State Finals next weekend in Cortland, NY.  All NYSPHSAA Championships use online ticketing. Ticket prices are $12.00, and cash sales will not be available at the gate. For tickets, please visit  this link .  Boys Lacrosse  also played on Saturday, defeating Suffern. They advance to the Sectional Finals on Wednesday at Yorktown High School at 4:00. Cash sales will be available on site. The general admission price for all attendees (adults, students, etc.) is $10.00 per ticket, $5.00 for seniors over 62, and children under 5 are free. Online ticketing is strongly encouraged using  this link .  Baseball beat Arlington 2-1 this past Tuesday, but fell the next day to a strong Mamaroneck team.  Congratulations on a great season where the team saw their first league championship since 2006 and first playoff win since 2018. Coach Gonzalez was also voted Coach of the Year by the league. Girls Lacrosse saw their season end after a 19-11 loss to the number one seed Suffern. This team improved greatly throughout the course of the season, and the future looks bright. The Spring BBQ and Awards Ceremony hosted by Maroon and White is on Tuesday, June 3rd, beginning at 5:30 at the Brewster Road entrance. The Awards Ceremony will follow at 6:30 in the Auditorium. You can register using  this link .  Thanks for your continued support of SHS Athletics.    Cindy Parrott Athletic Director

    Sunday, Jun 01 2025