SARATOGA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARDS

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

Hadley-Luzerne High School is pleased to announce – Brandon Allen as the 2011-12 Saratoga County School Boards Association Community Service Award recipient.  His parents are Francis and Kristal Allen of Day. Brandon Allen is a solid student and an exceptional young man.  His commitment to school, athletics, and his community has resulted in outstanding outcomes on all fronts.  Respected for being a true team player, Brandon has been a key contributor to our basketball and baseball programs throughout high school.  Outside school, Brandon’s accomplishments are truly outstanding. A dedicated volunteer, he has spent countless hours working with the young athletes providing instruction and support for summer basketball and baseball clinics. Every year he has assisted our youth commission with serving and cleanup for the Breakfast with Santa event.  Most significantly, Brandon has become one of the youngest members of the Hadley-Luzerne Volunteer Fire Department and is on call for emergency service 24/7.  In order to qualify for this critical role Brandon was required to complete 100 hours of intensive training and pass the national Firefighter 1 certification exam. His willingness to place himself in the most dangerous of situations and maintain his readiness through consistent training makes him a critical community resource now and for the future. Given his work ethic, experience, and personality, Brandon will certainly continue to make outstanding contributions to his community in the years to come. Brandon will attend SUNY Adirondack next fall.

ADIRONDACK AREA SCHOOL BOARDS

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

Hadley-Luzerne High School is pleased to announce – Cheyene Bala as the 2011-12 Adirondack Area School Boards Association Community Service Award recipient.  Her parents are Harry and Brenda Bala of Lake Luzerne. Cheyenne Bala is an outstanding student and an exceptional young lady.  Her commitment to academics and community service has resulted in outstanding outcomes on both fronts.  Working tirelessly at an after school job to help her family, Cheyenne, who will graduate third in her class, has consistently challenged herself to the most challenging courses. Recognized as a student leader, Cheyenne is vice president of both the National Honor Society and the Key Club and has provided critical support to numerous service activities sponsored by these organizations.  Outside school, Cheyenne’s accomplishments are truly outstanding. A volunteer acolyte at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, she is a consistent helper at church functions in support of local youths, the elderly, and the needy.  Her efforts to raise funds for the Stephen Madison Scholarship Fund and encourage donations for our local food pantry have yielded many important contributions.  It is not uncommon to find Cheyenne racking leaves or doing chores to help a needy neighbor on a Saturday morning. Given her work ethic, experience, and personality, Cheyenne will certainly continue to make outstanding contributions to her community in the future. Cheyenne will major in criminal justice at SUNY Brockport next fall.

GIRLS ON THE RUN 5K

Glens Falls Hospital School Based Health Program is sponsoring its Fifth Annual 5K on Saturday, June 2^nd, 2012 starting at 9:00 AM at Betar Byway in South Glens Falls.   This is a non-competitive, un-timed event.  Registration is $12 for a single entrant and $32 for a family of three or more.  Checks should be made out to Glens Falls Hospital.  All proceeds to benefit Girls on the Run of Glens Falls Hospital.  Mail entries to Jodi Brynes, Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY  12801 by May 28^th or register the day of the race from 7:30 am to 8:45 am.  A t-shirt and refreshments will be provided to all entrants.

The race is open to the public. Anyone interested in participation, a registration forms is also available at the School-Based Health Office.  For more information please call Colleen DeMarsh at 696-2337.

2012-2013 PROPOSED BUDGET

The Hadley-Luzerne Board of Education and administrative team have developed the proposed 2012-13 budget, providing our students a quality educational program while addressing the requirements of the new tax levy regulations. We have constructed a “zero based budget” with expenditures necessary to support our students’ educational programs and the responsibility to maintain the committed fund balance. The lengthy budget planning process has enabled us to maintain essential programs despite increasing requirements to fund numerous state and federal “unfunded mandates.” We are committed to collaborate with BOCES and other school districts to continue sharing services including consolidated bus runs, sharing of teachers, a cafeteria supervisor, a business manager, and a combined athletic team. The proposed budget expenditures have increased 1.25% with the estimated tax levy increasing 2.778%.  Please note: the estimated tax levy is the legally allowable amount under the new tax levy cap regulations. The proposed budget still provides for increasing technology in the classroom, continuation of our successful Pre-K program, and focuses upon the goals of the H-L Strategic Action Plan. We will begin our third year of the Extended School Day Program through a grant obtained in the amount of $850,000 for all grade 3-8 students. The High School will continue offering clubs, interscholastic sports, and college credit bearing courses in order to prepare our graduates for the 21st Century.

For clarification, the Property Tax Levy Cap Legislation does not state that property taxes cannot be increased by more than two percent. The legislation defines an Allowable Tax Levy Limit that can be approved by a simple majority (50% +1 vote). Any proposed levy increase over that limit requires ballot disclosure and a 60% super-majority voter approval.

The levy limit is calculated by an eight step formula, and includes an allowance for any increase in assessed values resulting from new construction, and exclusions for voter approved capital project debt service, increases in pension costs above certain limits, and other specific items. Additional information can be found at www.osc.state.ny.us/

localgov/realprop/index.htm. The Hadley-Luzerne Central School District 2012-13 Proposed Budget is at the allowable

tax levy limit, therefore, only a simple majority of voters will need to approve the budget for implementation. We appreciate the interest you take in the education of our children. Please remember to vote on May 15^TH at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School Large Group Instruction room.  The Budget Notice will be received by all district residents during the first week of May.

The Annual Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 15, at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, LGI room, 27 Hyland Drive in Lake Luzerne from NOON to 8:00 PM.  For more information or to apply for an absentee ballot, please call the District Clerk at 696-2378 x108 or email yorkr@hlcs.org.

CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS

April – “Acceptance”

Pre K – Isabelle Cook, Sarah Starzec

Kindergarten – Jacob Blachut, Alec Boyer, Matthew Harder, Riley Kathan, Ryleigh LaFountain, Sid Mosher, Savannah O’Brien, Saiyuri Tillmon

First Grade – Tanner Barton, Hannah Gilbert, Colby Hanna, Kameryn McFarlane, Tyler Plummer, Raven Swift, Christian Tyler

Second Grade – Devin Allen, Justin Eddy, James Elmore, Julia Murray, Olivia O’Brien, Jayden Taylor, Imajin Ward, Cody Wilson

PK-2 STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

April

Pre-K:  Gavin Wood; Kindergarten:  Randi Allen

First Grade:  Heather Gratton; Second Grade:  Julia Murray

SMTMS ART SHOW

Come one come all to the SMTMS Spring Art Show!

Entire 3-8 grade student body exhibiting artwork!

Painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery, prints, and collages!

An Opening Reception is scheduled for Tuesday May 8th, 6 – 7 pm, in the Middle School LGI with Guitar music by Jim Skaradosky.  Juice and cookies will be served.  The student

Artwork will be on display at the MS from May 8th through May 31^st.

YEARBOOKS

You can now purchase your yearbook on-line at HLCS.org or order at any school building office!  For further information please call 696-2112 x116.

PK-2 MEMORY BOOK

For the first time ever! The HL Yearbook Club will be selling H-L MEMORY BOOKS!  Memory Books will feature HLCS students in Grades Pre-K – 2.  Portraits, Activities, Events and Every Day Life of our PK-2 Students. What a great Memory Keeper!  Memory Books cost only $20.00 including tax and can be purchased in the H-L Yearbook room at the high school or in the elementary office. For more info please call 696-2112 X 116.  Elementary students will not be in our regular yearbook. They will be proudly displayed in the Memory Book only

BASKETBALL GAME AND FUNDRAISERS TO BENEFIT THE WEISS FAMILY

The Hadley-Luzerne Staff and Luzerne-Hadley Fire Department will hold a Basketball Game to benefit the Weiss Family on Friday, April 20th. This is a community event and everyone is invited.  The doors and concession stand will be open at 5:00 pm selling pizza, hot dogs, hamburgers etc.  There are numerous fundraising events scheduled before the basketball game starts at of 6:30 pm.  Game admission will be $5.00 per person. General Admission tickets to the game will be sold in advance or at the game. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the three main building offices and there will be a limit of 530, due to our gym capacity.   In addition, there will be thirteen baskets raffled off, as organized by the HL Key Club and SADD, with each grade in PK-12 supplying a themed basket.  The PTSA and Elementary School will be selling “No One Fights Alone” t-shirts costing $10 for a youth size and $15-$18 for an adult size. T-shirt order forms are available in advance at the offices. The bounce house will be set up and the Luzerne Hadley Fire Department will be holding a large silent auction the high school cafeteria starting at 5:00 pm.  All proceeds will go to support Devin and his family.  Additional monetary donations will be accepted that night or can be dropped off at the high school, middle school or elementary office; checks should be made out to HLCS with Weiss Family Donation in the memo section.  Thank you in advance!

AUTISM AWARENESS

3^RD ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN APRIL 28^TH

The HL Autism Task force is sponsoring the 3^rd Annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday April 28, 2012 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.  Registration is a 8:30 AM and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. $20 Early Registration Fee (if received by April 15^th) or $30 Registration Fee on the day of the 5K (April 28.)  Donations are also being accepted: Make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School will be conducting its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on Tuesday, May 1^st and Wednesday, May 2^nd 2012. The Round-Up will take place at the Hadley-Luzerne George Doherty Gymnasium Lobby, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.  Students are eligible for Kindergarten if they turn five years of age on or before December 1, 2012.  If you read this notice and know of any family member or neighbor with school age children who are eligible to attend Kindergarten, please share this announcement with them.  Please send the following information to the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Elementary School Office, PO Box 200, Lake Luzerne, NY  12846: Name of Child, Date of Birth, Gender, Parent/Guardian, Address, Phone and Email.  You will receive an informational letter back that will include a scheduled time for you and your child to attend the Kindergarten Round-Up.  Should you need any additional information regarding Kindergarten Round-Up, call the Elementary School at 696-2112 x 101.

NHS BLOOD DRIVE

The Hadley-Luzerne High School National Honor Society is working with the American Red Cross to sponsor a Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.  The drive will be held in the George Doherty Gymnasium at the High School from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM  on April 24.  Please contact Mr. Scanlan in the High School Guidance Office at 696-2112 Ext 115 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins will be accommodated as permitted by the schedule.  PLEASE GIVE BLOOD.  WE NEED YOU.

ANNUAL VOTE

The Annual Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 15, at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, LGI room, 27 Hyland Drive in Lake Luzerne from noon to 8:00 PM.  For more information or to apply for an absentee ballot, please call the District Clerk at 696-2378 x108

The Hadley-Luzerne High School National Honor Society is working with the American Red Cross to sponsor a Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.  The drive will be held in the George Doherty Gymnasium at the High School from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM  on April 24.  Please contact Mr. Scanlan in the High School Guidance Office at 696-2112 Ext 115 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins will be accommodated as permitted by the schedule.  PLEASE GIVE BLOOD.  WE NEED YOU

BASKETBALL GAME AND FUNDRAISERS TO BENEFIT THE WEISS FAMILY

The Hadley-Luzerne Staff and Luzerne-Hadley Fire Department will hold a Basketball Game to benefit the Weiss Family on Friday, April 20th. This is a community event and everyone is invited.  The doors and concession stand will be open at 5:00 pm selling pizza, hot dogs, hamburgers etc.  There are numerous fundraising events scheduled before the basketball game starts at of 6:30 pm.  Game admission will be $5.00 per person. General Admission tickets to the game will be sold in advance or at the game. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the three main building offices and there will be a limit of 530, due to our gym capacity.   In addition, there will be thirteen baskets raffled off, as organized by the HL Key Club and SADD, with each grade in PK-12 supplying a themed basket.  The PTSA and Elementary School will be selling “No One Fights Alone” t-shirts costing $10 for a youth size and $15-$18 for an adult size. T-shirt order forms are available in advance at the offices. The bounce house will be set up and the Luzerne Hadley Fire Department will be holding a large silent auction the high school cafeteria starting at 5:00 pm.  All proceeds will go to support Devin and his family.  Additional monetary donations will be accepted that night or can be dropped off at the high school, middle school or elementary office; checks should be made out to HLCS with Weiss Family Donation in the memo section.  Thank you in advance!

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR MARCH

PK:  Daniel Deuel, Kindergarten:  Louis Betit,

First Grade:  Carmyn Garrow, Second Grade:  Elizabeth Allan

MATH ESTIMATION WINNERS FOR MARCH

Pre K – Julian Horetzke, Kindergarten  – Emily Moore,

First Grade – Angelina Fisk, Second Grade – Cameron Plummer

PK-2 CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS

FOR MARCH – RESPECT

PK:  Ethan Dixon, Jake Dunn, Kindergarten: Kayden Beaver, Logan Cameron Vanderwarker, Karissa Fullerton, Madison Haas, Camden Ovitt,  Nathen Tubbs, First Grade: Kaylee Costine, Justice Dunklee, Joshua Ellis, Heather Gratton, Katelyn Hanlon, Emma Mack, Olivia Palmatier,

Second Grade: Abigail Fleming, Quinton Fox, Penny Horetzke, Alicia Lescault, Andrea Lewis, Daimian Smith

MS CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS

FOR FEBRUARY – TRUTHFULNESS

At the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School are: (3^rd) – Xavier Benson, Athena Fisk, Justin Hoffman, Holly Wadsworth, Hunter Weiss, Dylan Wendell (4^th) – Luke Barrett, John Buskey-Bouchard, Niamh Doherty, Jonathon Fraser, Azalea Gardner, Donald Harder (5^th) – Tyler Allen, Jenna Combs, Kendra Mason, Totianna Nunez, Gary Spotswood, Haylie Woodcock, Cody York (6^th) – Hannah Ashline, Gloria Berg, Andrew Foley, Shamus Fraser, Caitlyn Fuss, Nathaniel Hartley, Mackenzie Jerome (8^th) – Scott Broekhuizen, Jacob DeRosier, Larissa Skaradosky, Derek Visscher, Kyan Voronovich.

AUTISM AWARENESS

3^RD ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN APRIL 28^TH

The HL Autism Task force is sponsoring the 3^rd Annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday April 28, 2012 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.  Registration is a 8:30 AM and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. $20 Early Registration Fee (if received by April 15^th) or $30 Registration Fee on the day of the 5K (April 28.)  Donations are also being accepted: Make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School will be conducting its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on Tuesday, May 1^st and Wednesday, May 2^nd 2012. The Round-Up will take place at the Hadley-Luzerne George Doherty Gymnasium Lobby, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.  Students are eligible for Kindergarten if they turn five years of age on or before December 1, 2012.  If you read this notice and know of any family member or neighbor with school age children who are eligible to attend Kindergarten, please share this announcement with them.  Please send the following information to the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Elementary School Office, PO Box 200, Lake Luzerne, NY  12846: Name of Child, Date of Birth, Gender, Parent/Guardian, Address, Phone and Email.  You will receive an informational letter back that will include a scheduled time for you and your child to attend the Kindergarten Round-Up.  Should you need any additional information regarding Kindergarten Round-Up, call the Elementary School at 696-2112 x 101.

ANNUAL VOTE

The Annual Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 15, at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, LGI room, 27 Hyland Drive in Lake Luzerne from noon to 8:00 PM.  For more information or to apply for an absentee ballot, please call the District Clerk at 696-2378 x108.

BASKETBALL GAME AND FUNDRAISERS TO BENEFIT THE WEISS FAMILY

The Hadley-Luzerne Staff and Luzerne-Hadley Fire Department will hold a Basketball Game to benefit the Weiss Family on Friday, April 20th. This is a community event and everyone is invited.  The doors and concession stand will be open at 5:00 pm selling pizza, hot dogs, hamburgers etc.  There are numerous fundraising events scheduled before the basketball game starts at of 6:30 pm.  Game admission will be $5.00 per person. General Admission tickets to the game will be sold in advance or at the game. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the three main building offices and there will be a limit of 530, due to our gym capacity.   In addition, there will be thirteen baskets raffled off, as organized by the HL Key Club and SADD, with each grade in PK-12 supplying a themed basket.  The PTSA and Elementary School will be selling “No One Fights Alone” t-shirts costing $10 for a youth size and $15-$18 for an adult size. T-shirt order forms are available in advance at the offices. The bounce house will be set up and the Luzerne Hadley Fire Department will be holding a large silent auction the high school cafeteria starting at 5:00 pm.  All proceeds will go to support Devin and his family.  Additional monetary donations will be accepted that night or can be dropped off at the high school, middle school or elementary office; checks should be made out to HLCS with Weiss Family Donation in the memo section.  Thank you in advance!

 HELPING HANDS WEBSITE DEDICATED TO DEVIN

Under the direction of Mrs. Beverly Kipp, a website has been started, through Lots a Helping Hands, that will keep everyone informed about Devin Weiss and his progress.  It also gives you the opportunity to help with providing family meals.  Please go to www.lotsahelpinghands.com for instructions on joining.  The actual community name is: Dedicated to Devin Weiss.  Once you have signed in and established your password, you will receive an e-mail telling you what steps to take.  If you decide to help with a meal, please be sure to list what you are going to provide.  Before deciding on a meal, check the list to see what the family has already received.  This will allow for a wide variety of meals to be provided for the family.  At this time, we are asking that meals be provided on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  You will see that some meals have already been promised.  The web site provides the address for delivery, but anyone that wants to bring the meal to the Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School, 273 Lake Avenue by 3:15 pm; Beverly Kipp will be glad to deliver it for you (she lives right across the street from them).  Check out the photos section and messages from Tamara as she updates Devin’s progress!  There is a place where you can leave well-wishes for Devin and also a message board where you may leave comments, ask questions, etc.  You will also find fund-raising information.  Please join us and tell others that might be interested.  There is a link on the hlcs.org website.

READ TO SUCCEED

Eighty-four K-2 students completed the Read to Succeed reading program during the month of January.  Those students will receive a free one day pass to the Great Escape Six Flags Amusement Park.  Congratulations to all our hard workers!

AUTISM AWARENESS

3^RD ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN APRIL 28^TH

The HL Autism Task force is sponsoring the 3^rd Annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday April 28, 2012 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.  Registration is a 8:30 AM and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. $20 Early Registration Fee (if received by April 15^th) or $30 Registration Fee on the day of the 5K (April 28.)  Donations are also being accepted: Make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

THANK YOU

The Class of 2013 would like to thank everyone who participated in the Devin Weiss’s fundraiser, at Spare Time Bowl in Lake George on March 24^th.  The fundraiser provided a generous donation of $1047 to the Weiss Family.

As you know, individuals in our community need essential medical care every day due to a variety of factors, and illnesses. While all of us are susceptible to hard times, children are at the most risk. With the generous support of our community, we will be able to help Devin and many more in the future.  For more information on how your donation can help make a difference, please call Mrs. Lewandowski 696-2112 Ext. 109. Thank you again, and we look forward to your continued support.

BASKETBALL GAME AND FUNDRAISERS TO BENEFIT THE WEISS FAMILY

The Hadley-Luzerne Staff and Luzerne-Hadley Fire Department will hold a Basketball Game, to benefit the Weiss Family on Friday, April 20th. This is a community event and everyone is invited.  The doors and concession stand will be open at 5:00 pm selling pizza, hot dogs, etc.  There are numerous fundraising events scheduled before the basketball game starts at of 6:30 pm.  Game admission will be $5.00. General Admission tickets to the game will be sold in advance or at the game. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the three main building offices and there will be a limit of 530, due to our gym capacity.   In addition, there will be thirteen baskets raffled off, as organized by the HL Key Club and SADD, with each grade in PK-12 supplying a themed basket.  The PTSA and Elementary School will be selling “No One Fights Alone” t-shirts costing $10 for a youth size and $15-$18 for an adult size. T-shirt order forms are available in advance at the offices. The bounce house will be set up and the Luzerne Hadley Fire Department will be holding a large silent auction the high school cafeteria starting at 5:00 pm.  All proceeds will go to support Devin and his family.  Additional monetary donations will be accepted that night or can be dropped off at the high school, middle school or elementary office; checks should be made out to HLCS with Weiss Family Donation in the memo section.  Thank you in advance!

SCHWANN’S TRUCK LOAD FUNDRAISER

The HLCS Sophomore Class of 2014 is hosting a Schwann’s Truckload Sale.  You can order your Schwann’s products from any Sophomore or stop by the High School for an order form that we’ll FAX in for you.  You can also order online at www.schwansfundraising.com or by calling 1-888-413-0003, option 2 and please remember to use campaign ID # 37175.  All orders must be placed by April 2nd and can be paid for and picked up on Wednesday, April 4th outside the High School Auditorium from 3-7pm.  If you have any questions, please contact Theresa Crombach, class advisor at crombacht@hlcs.org or 696-2112 x105.  Thank you in advance for your support!!!

AUTISM AWARENESS

3^RD ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN APRIL 28^TH

The HL Autism Task force is sponsoring the 3^rd Annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday April 28, 2012 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.  8:30 AM Registration and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. $20 Early Registration Fee (if received by April 15^th) or $30 Registration Fee on the day of the 5K (April 28.)  Donations are also being accepted: Make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

ANNUAL BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION

There will be a Public Hearing on the proposed 2012-2013 Budget for the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District in the Middle School Large Group Instructional Room of the Hadley-Luzerne Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, 27 Hyland Drive Lake Luzerne, on Monday, May 7, 2012 at 6:30 p.m., prevailing time.  The annual meeting (budget vote) of the qualified voters of the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District, will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 between the hours of 12:00 noon and 8:00 p.m., prevailing time, in the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, 27 Hyland Drive, Lake Luzerne, New York, at which time the polls will be opened to voting by machine or ballot on the following items:

1. 1.      To adopt the annual budget of the Hadley Luzerne Central School District for the fiscal year 2012-2013 and to authorize the requisite portion therefore to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.
2. 2.      To elect two (2) members to the Board of Education each to a three (3) year term, commencing on July 1, 2012 and expiring on June 30, 2015.
3. 3.      To adopt the following proposition(s):

PROPOSITION I –TWO SCHOOL BUSES

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education is hereby authorized to acquire two (2) 66 passenger school buses at a maximum estimated cost of approximately $210,000 and to expend such sum for such purpose and to levy the necessary tax therefore taking into account state aid received, to be levied and collected in annual installments in such years and in such amounts as may be determined by the Board of Education and in anticipation of the collection of such tax, issue bonds and notes of the District at one time or from time to time in the principal amount not to exceed $210,000 and to levy a tax to pay the interest on such obligations when due.

PROPOSITION II –STONY CREEK LIBRARY FUNDING

SHALL an annual appropriation of $6,500.00, separate and apart from the Hadley Luzerne Central School District annual school district budget, be approved to support and maintain the Stony Creek Public Library, which sum shall be raised annually by a tax upon the taxable property of the school district, and which appropriation shall be the annual appropriation for the library until changed by further vote of the electors of the school district, and such tax shall be levied and collected yearly as are other general taxes?

Petitions nominating a candidate for the office of member of the Board of Education to fill two (2) expired terms of three years each must be filed with the District Clerk at the District Clerk’s office, not later than April 16, 2012 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.  A copy of such petition may be obtained at the Office of District Clerk, Stuart M. Townsend Middle school, 27 Hyland Drive, Lake Luzerne, during regular school hours.

Applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the Office of the District Clerk in the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays.  Personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law.  If a voter has already registered pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at an annual or special district meeting within the last four (4) calendar years, he or she is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he or she is also eligible to vote at this election.  All other persons who wish to vote must be a qualified voter and register. Personal registration for all qualified voters of the District pursuant to Education Law shall occur at the District Office, Stuart M. Townsend Middle School during business hours of the school, but no later than May 10, 2012.

IMPORTANT TRANSPORTATION INFO

REGARDING MARCH 28^TH AND MARCH 29^TH

On March 28^th & 29^th the K-8 students will have a half-day of school with dismissal starting at 11:00 a.m. due to parent/teacher conferences. On these days ridership by students in grades 9-12 is normally very low. Therefore, the district will provide only one afternoon bus run.  On these two dates only, all high school students needing afternoon transportation will be required to ride home on the late bus, which departs from the high school at 3:15 p.m. Also, there will be no ESD program on March 28^th and March 29^th.

READ IN at HL Elementary School

On Friday, March 2^nd, the students at the Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday and “Read Across America Day” by having a Read In at school.  All the children in K-2, teachers, staff and administrators met in the hallway for a time for everyone to read together.  Each student received a new book from their teacher.  They also received a pencil with topper, stickers and a certificate provided by the HL-PTSA.    All the students enjoyed the time they spent with their classmates reading together.  It was very exciting to see a hallway full of children enjoying a great book.

 CABARET

The Hadley Luzerne High School Music Students will present Cabaret with “Dessert” on Friday, March 30^th at 7:30 pm in the HS Café.  Tickets are $8.00 and can be purchased in the HS Office.  Limited seating is available so get your tickets now!

AUTISM AWARENESS

3^RD ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN APRIL 28^TH

The HL Autism Task force is sponsoring the 3^rd Annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday April 28, 2012 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.  8:30 AM Registration and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. $20 Early Registration Fee (if received by April 15^th) or $30 Registration Fee on the day of the 5K (April 28.)  Donations are also being accepted: Make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

HADLEY-LUZERNE

UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN

Do you have a child at home who will be four years old on or before December 1, 2012?  Do you know someone in the district who does?  If so, your child may be eligible to participate in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District’s Pre-Kindergarten Program for the 2012-2013 school year.

Our Pre-K program is designed to operate for 2 ½ hours per day and follows the school calendar.  One session will be held each day (8:15-10:45 am).  A second session will be added from 11:30-2:00 pm, if the need arises.  A highly qualified teacher and teaching assistant will conduct the classes, with a class size of no more than 18.  Letters of acceptance will be mailed by Friday, June 22, 2012.  Please note transportation is not provided.  Parents/Guardians are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children.  If you are interested, we welcome you to join us on Wednesday, April 4^th 6:00 PM in the High School Media Center for a registration/parent information meeting. Please bring all completed registration materials to register your child.  If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail the required forms by Monday, May 7^th (forms are available from the PK-2 Elementary Office).  The following is a checklist of forms/reminders needed to help you enter your child into the program:  Registration Form, Physical Form (Physicals will be accepted until August 24^th, 2012), Birth Certificate and Proof of residency.  Please note your child must be toilet trained.  Please be advised that this is an informational night for parents/guardians only. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Elementary School at 696-2112 ext. 101.  We look forward to meeting you at the Pre K registration on Wednesday, April 4th at 6:00 PM.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

The HL-PTSA is sponsoring a Family Movie Night on Friday, March 23^rd at 6:30 pm in the High School Auditorium.  Cost for Adults is $2.00; students are free with a Box Top Label and must be accompanied by an adult.  Drinks, candy and chips will be sold by the 6^th grade class for fundraising.

NO ONE FIGHTS LEUKEMIA ALONE!

We are so proud of our entire student body, staff and community for all the recent fundraisers held this month for one of our middle school students who has been diagnosed with leukemia. The color orange brings awareness to leukemia. We have joined together to provide support, inspiration, and strength for our student, his family, and friends. Over 400 orange wrist bands were sold out in just a few days!  A middle school dance raised money for the family and there are more events to attend:

The Junior Class has organized a Bowling Fundraiser.  Join the Class of 2013 at the Lake George Bowl on Saturday March 24^th at 6:00 pm, the cost is $15 per person.

A basketball game between the Hadley-Luzerne School Staff and the Luzerne-Hadley Fire Fighters is scheduled for Friday, April 20^th to raise funds for the family.  Many area community groups will be holding fundraisers and events as well.  And remember to wear orange!

CABARET

The Hadley Luzerne High School Music Students will present Cabaret with “Dessert” on Friday, March 30^th at 7:30 pm in the HS Café.  Tickets are $8.00 and can be purchased in the HS Office.  Limited seating is available so get your tickets now!

AUTISM AWARENESS

3^RD ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN APRIL 28^TH

The HL Autism Task force is sponsoring the 3^rd Annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday April 28, 2012 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.  8:30 AM Registration and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. $20 Early Registration Fee (if received by April 15^th) or $30 Registration Fee on the day of the 5K (April 28.)  Donations are also being accepted: Make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

GIRLS ON THE RUN

Glens Falls Hospital School Based Health Program is sponsoring another session of Girls on the Run at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School. This program is open to all 5th grade girls and year after year has proven to be a positive experience for both the girls and the coaches. Girls on the Run is a ten week program designed to teach – self-esteem, setting personal goals, the importance of being physically, mentally and emotionally happy, getting along with others, being a good listener and friend, components of good decision making, the  importance of being positive, letting go of situations, people and events that control them, their responsibility to the community, cultural and social messages they receive through the media and other institutions, stereotyping, discriminatory behavior, the signs of a weak verses a strong community, and encourages the girls to be involved in a civic group or community project. Meetings are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30 starting March 26^th. For more information contact the School Based Health Program at the middle school 696-2337.

YEARBOOKS

You can now purchase your yearbook on-line at HLCS.org or order at any school building office!  For further information please call 696-2112 x113.

HADLEY-LUZERNE

UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN

Do you have a child at home who will be four years old on or before December 1, 2012?  Do you know someone in the district who does?  If so, your child may be eligible to participate in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District’s Pre-Kindergarten Program for the 2012-2013 school year.

Our Pre-K program is designed to operate for 2 ½ hours per day and follows the school calendar.  One session will be held each day (8:15-10:45 am).  A second session will be added from 11:30-2:00 pm, if the need arises.  A highly qualified teacher and teaching assistant will conduct the classes, with a class size of no more than 18.  Letters of acceptance will be mailed by Friday, June 22, 2012.  Please note transportation is not provided.  Parents/Guardians are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children.  If you are interested, we welcome you to join us on Wednesday, April 4^th 6:00 PM in the High School Media Center for a registration/parent information meeting. Please bring all completed registration materials to register your child.  If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail the required forms by Monday, May 7^th (forms are available from the PK-2 Elementary Office).  The following is a checklist of forms/reminders needed to help you enter your child into the program:  Registration Form, Physical Form (Physicals will be accepted until August 24^th, 2012), Birth Certificate and Proof of residency.  Please note your child must be toilet trained.  Please be advised that this is an informational night for parents/guardians only. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Elementary School at 696-2112 ext. 101.  We look forward to meeting you at the Pre K registration on Wednesday, April 4th at 6:00 PM.

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School will be conducting its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on Tuesday, May 1^st and Wednesday, May 2^nd 2012. The Round-Up will take place at the Hadley-Luzerne George Doherty Gymnasium Lobby, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.  Students are eligible for Kindergarten if they turn five years of age on or before December 1, 2012.  If you read this notice and know of any family member or neighbor with school age children who are eligible to attend Kindergarten, please share this announcement with them.  Please send the following information to the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Elementary School Office, PO Box 200, Lake Luzerne, NY  12846: Name of Child, Date of Birth, Gender, Parent/Guardian, Address, Phone and Email.  You will receive an informational letter back that will include a scheduled time for you and your child to attend the Kindergarten Round-Up.  Should you need any additional information regarding Kindergarten Round-Up, call the Elementary School at 696-2112 x 101

Hadley-Luzerne Central School
Views from Interim Superintendent, William Scott
696-2378 or HLCS.org

 BOARD OF EDUCATION

Please be aware there will be a meeting of the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Board of Education on Monday, March 12^th and Monday, March 19^th at 6:30 PM at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School.  The public is encouraged to attend all meetings and your input is welcome.  Join us in the 2012-2013 Budget discussions!

 FEBRUARY CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS FOR HONESTY

Pre K–Parker Dixon, Cheyenne Podwirny;

Kindergarten–Taylor Beaury, Mason Conklin, Carolina Diamond, Mason Dunn, Landon LaVigne, Danica Tyler, Cayden Williams, Neveah Wright-Pelcher;

First Grade – Alex Barrett, Ashton Pelcher, Rachel Densmore, Lucinda Rose, Chloey Mattison, Vivian Millis; Second Grade – Connar Brake, Joseph Caradonna, Sage Collier, Tori Iverson, Andrea Lewis, Anthony Tubbs

 MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

The Class of 2013 would like you to support their prom fundraiser by attending a Murder Mystery Dinner themed “Class of 1957 10 year Reunion.”  This event will be held Saturday, March 10^th from 6:00-9:00 pm in the high school cafeteria for a donation of $10 per person.  Baked Ziti will be served at 6:30 pm. Please join us for a night of fun with dinner and dancing.

CABARET

The Hadley Luzerne High School Music Students will present a “Dessert” Cabaret on Friday, March 30^th at 7:30 pm in the HS Café.  Tickets are $8.00 and can be purchased in the HS Office.  Limited seating is available so get your tickets now!

 SAGA CITY BROOKS BBQ

Brooks BBQ will be here on Wednesday, March 14^th, 2012 from 3:30 – 6:30 pm in the Hadley-Luzerne High School Cafeteria. The cost is a donation of $10.00 for an Adult Chicken Dinner.  $11.00 for an Adult Rib Dinner.  $8.00 for Children (10 & under) and Senior Citizen Chicken dinners only.  Please order in advance by calling the high school at 696-2112 ext 105 or call Karen Love at 494-5919.  Menu includes:  Complete Dinners (half chicken or ribs for adults & quarter chicken for children/seniors), baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, beverage, & dessert.  Take out is Available too!! All proceeds above the cost help send HLCS to Saga City, Japan from June 25-July 5 2012.

 YEARBOOKS

You can now purchase your yearbook on-line at HLCS.org or order at any school building office!

 HADLEY-LUZERNE

UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN

Do you have a child at home who will be four years old on or before December 1, 2012?  Do you know someone in the district who does?  If so, your child may be eligible to participate in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District’s Pre-Kindergarten Program for the 2012-2013 school year.

Our Pre-K program is designed to operate for 2 ½ hours per day and follows the school calendar.  One session will be held each day (8:15-10:45 am).  A second session will be added from 11:30-2:00 pm) if the need arises.  A highly qualified teacher and teaching assistant will conduct the classes, with a class size of no more than 18.  Letters of acceptance will be mailed by Friday, June 22, 2012.  Please note transportation is not provided.  Parents/Guardians are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children.  If you are interested, we welcome you to join us on Wednesday, April 4^th 6:00 PM in the High School Media Center for a registration/parent information meeting. Please bring all completed registration materials to register your child.  If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail the required forms by Monday, May 7^th (forms are available from the PK-2 Elementary Office).  The following is a checklist of forms/reminders needed to help you enter your child into the program:  Registration Form, Physical Form (Physicals will be accepted until August 24^th, 2012), Birth Certificate and Proof of residency.  Please note your child must be toilet trained.  Please be advised that this is an informational night for parents/guardians only. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Elementary School at 696-2112 ext. 101.  We look forward to meeting you at the Pre K registration on April 4th at 6:00 PM.

 KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School will be conducting its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on Tuesday, May 1^st and Wednesday, May 2^nd 2012. The Round-Up will take place at the Hadley-Luzerne George Doherty Gymnasium Lobby, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.  Students are eligible for Kindergarten if they turn five years of age on or before December 1, 2012.  If you read this notice and know of any family member or neighbor with school age children who are eligible to attend Kindergarten, please share this announcement with them.  Please send the following information to the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Elementary School Office, PO Box 200, Lake Luzerne, NY  12846: Name of Child, Date of Birth, Gender, Parent/Guardian, Address, Phone and Email.  You will receive an informational letter back that will include a scheduled time for you and your child to attend the Kindergarten Round-Up.  Should you need any additional information regarding Kindergarten Round-Up, call the Elementary School at 696-2112 x 101.

STUDENTS ESCAPE TO A WINTER WONDERLAND IN QUÉBEC CITY

You might say that the recent High School French class overnight trip up North brought them “right to the dogs” and you would be telling the truth!!  A group of 20 students, chaperones and other adults ventured to enjoy the wonders of winter in beautiful Québec City.  They wanted to experience what Condé Nast Travel Magazine has voted the number two travel destination in the Americas.  When the students were asked to name the two best activities on the trip, they all mentioned the dog sledding, where they were quickly trained to drive their own sled of huskies on to a 5 km trail in the woods.  Awesome!!  They also mentioned visiting the Ice Hotel, called L’hôtel de Glace, only one of two such hotels in the world.  The magnificent ice structure has over 36 rooms, including a disco and a charming wedding chapel.  The students also reenacted the military battles fought on the Plains of Abraham in a fun activity where they learned about the historical importance of Québec City and its ties to the United States.  They also visited the frozen falls of Montmorency, which are higher than Niagara Falls. The visit to the Village de Sport was another highlight of the trip because the students rode water rafts and toboggans in a winter sports theme park adventure spot.  The walking tour of the old city on the first day was memorable as students realized the incredible influence from France on the culture, architecture and language.  This amazing field-trip was a “trip of a lifetime” for all making many great memories.  Slides from the trip can be viewed at the website of our French teacher, Madame Maryann Seeley at www.hlcs.org , by clicking High School, Foreign Language.

STUDENT FIREFIGHTERS

Hadley-Luzerne High School is proud to honor three of its top students for a job well done.  Brandon Allen, Nick Novotarski and Cody Carpenter recently completed the New York State Fire Fighter 1 class.  The class consists of 100 hours of training in the classroom and the field.  This course is one of the most stringent in the country and we honor them for their commitment to our community.  Congratulations Gentlemen!

SENIORS VS STAFF BASKETBALL

The Class of 2012 is hosting a “Seniors vs. Staff” basketball game on Friday, March 2^nd at 6:00 pm in the High School gym and would to invite you come and enjoy this fun yet competitive game.  The class is raising money for their senior trip. Suggested entry donations will be as follows:  Adults $2.00, Students $1.00, 4 and under are free. The concession stand will be open selling food and drinks, along with a 50/50 raffle. Please help support the class in raising money for their senior trip.

DAFFODIL SALE TO BENEFIT

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

The National Honor Society will be selling daffodils for the American Cancer Society.  This year, the ACS is offering One Bunch $10, Potted Plant $10, Gift of Hope $25, Bear and a Bunch $25 or a Single Daffodil $1. Orders for these items must be placed ahead of time. Please fill out an order form at the high school office and return with payment to any National Honor Society student or to Dave Scanlan at the high school by March 1st.  Flowers will be delivered to you on March 22^nd.  If you are paying by check please make the check payable to “The American Cancer Society.”  Thank you very much for your support of this most worthy cause.

Additionally, members of the NHS will be selling daffodils in the cafeteria during all lunch periods on March 22.

HADLEY-LUZERNE

UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN

Do you have a child at home who will be four years old on or before December 1, 2012?  Do you know someone in the district who does?  If so, your child may be eligible to participate in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District’s Pre-Kindergarten Program for the 2012-2013 school year.

Our Pre-K program is designed to operate for 2 ½ hours per day and follows the school calendar.  One session will be held each day (8:15-10:45 am).  A second session will be added from 11:30-2:00 pm) if the need arises.  A highly qualified teacher and teaching assistant will conduct the classes, with a class size of no more than 18.  Letters of acceptance will be mailed by Friday, June 22, 2012.  Please note transportation is not provided.  Parents/Guardians are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children.  If you are interested, we welcome you to join us on Wednesday, April 4^th 6:00 PM in the High School Media Center for a registration/parent information meeting. Please bring all completed registration materials to register your child.  If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail the required forms by Monday, May 7^th (forms are available from the PK-2 Elementary Office).  The following is a checklist of forms/reminders needed to help you enter your child into the program:  Registration Form, Physical Form (Physicals will be accepted until August 24^th, 2012), Birth Certificate and Proof of residency.  Please note your child must be toilet trained.  Please be advised that this is an informational night for parents/guardians only. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Elementary School at 696-2112 ext. 101.  We look forward to meeting you at the Pre K registration on April 4th at 6:00 PM.

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School will be conducting its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on Tuesday, May 1^st and Wednesday, May 2^nd 2012. The Round-Up will take place at the Hadley-Luzerne George Doherty Gymnasium Lobby, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.  Students are eligible for Kindergarten if they turn five years of age on or before December 1, 2012.  If you read this notice and know of any family member or neighbor with school age children who are eligible to attend Kindergarten, please share this announcement with them.  Please send the following information to the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Elementary School Office, PO Box 200, Lake Luzerne, NY  12846: Name of Child, Date of Birth, Gender, Parent/Guardian, Address, Phone and Email.  You will receive an informational letter back that will include a scheduled time for you and your child to attend the Kindergarten Round-Up.  Should you need any additional information regarding Kindergarten Round-Up, call the Elementary School at 696-2112 x 101