Information 2008-2009
updated 8/12/08
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- President: Mary Boccuzzi - 599-3870 (term expires 6/09)
- Vice President: Marie Girace - 887-9873 (term expires 6/10)
- Trustee: Vicki Alspector - 593-5154 (term expires 6/10)
- Trustee: Neil Schoth - 812-0164 (term expires 6/11)
- Trustee: Linda Schmidt. - 596-0771 (term expires 6/11)
- District Clerk: Denise Lobascio- 887-8300 ext. 553
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Important Notice...
Please use our school income tax code #166 when completing your NYS income tax returns. State aid is partially based on the accurate use of this number.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents, employees, sources of referral of applicants for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with the East Rockaway School District are hereby notified that this district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the East Rockaway School District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Debra LoVerde, Director of Pupil Personnel Services, East Rockaway UFSD, 887-8300, ext. 118, who has been designated by the East Rockaway School District to coordinate the district's efforts to comply with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, the ADA, and Section 504.
Schedule of Board of Education Meetings
2008-2009
The five member board of education is elected by the registered voters of the district. Our board members serve for three year terms without pay and are responsible under state law for establishing the policies governing the operation of East Rockaway Schools.
Regular meetings of the board of education are held monthly beginning at 7:30 p.m.. The board provides opportunity for the public to speak at each meeting during the community forum (7:30-8:00) and during privilege of the floor before the close of regular meetings. The public is encouraged to attend all regular meetings as listed below.
| Date | Meeting | Location |
| July 7 | Organizational Meeting | ERHS |
| Aug. TBA | Summer Meeting | ERHS |
| Sept. 9 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| Sept. 16 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| Oct. 7 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| Oct. 14 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| Nov. 13 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| Nov. 18 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| Dec. 9 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| Dec. 16 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| Jan. 13 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| Jan. 20 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| Feb. 10 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| Feb. 24 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| March 10 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| March 24 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| April 7 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| April 21 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| May 5 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| May 7 | Budget Hearing | ERHS |
| May 12 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
| May 19 | Budget Vote/Trustee Election | ERHS |
| June 9 | Agenda Meeting | ERHS |
| June 16 | Regular Meeting | ERHS |
Work sessions of the board are held during each month. These sessions take place in the Superintendent's office. Pursuant to the New York State open meetings law, the public may observe work sessions of the board, except on those occasions when matters concerning personnel and particular matters of finance such as contract negotiations are scheduled for discussion. These areas are considered by the board in executive session. Residents who wish to attend work sessions are advised to call the Superintendent's office to verify time, date, and agenda.
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The East Rockaway Public School District is committed to providing a safe and secure educational environment where each child realizes his/her maximum learning potential and develops a desire for lifelong learning. To that end we:
1. To improve academic achievement grades K-12. 2. To promote the highest academic expectations for all students. 3. Maintain a cost effective school system while providing fiscal support for improving curricula and instructional program. 4. To foster positive community relations through ongoing communication with and participation of the community-at-large. |
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I), the SAT II (formerly called Achievement Tests), and the Advanced Placement (AP) examinations are administered each year to high school students. The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) and the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) are combined in one instrument. The results of this test are used for college guidance and some scholarship applications. Detailed information is available from the high school guidance office at
887-8300, ext. 452.
Please Check our Guidance Site via the School District HomePage
SAT II Tests are scheduled for the same days on which there will be
national administration of the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I). Students
will be able to take either the SAT I or the SAT II, but not both on the
same date.
Another college admissions testing program, the ACT, has gained significant
popularity in recent years. Accepted as an equal to the SAT by all major
colleges, the ACT offers an alternative in format and content. Discuss
the appropriateness of either test for your child with his/her counselor.
School Holidays & Vacations
- Snow Make Up Days:
- 1st Day - May 21, 2009
- 2nd Day -May 22, 2009
- Back to the Top
2008 |
Holiday |
| Sept. 1 | Labor Day |
| Sept. 2 | Supt's Conf. Day |
| Sept. 30-Oct. 1 | Rosh Hashanah |
| Oct. 9 | Yom Kippur |
| Oct. 13 | Columbus Day |
| Oct. 23 | 1/2 Day Conf. 11:45 Dismissal |
| Nov. 4 |
Teachers Report |
| Nov. 11 | Veterans Day |
| Nov. 27-28 | Thanksgiving Recess |
| Dec 24 - Jan 2 | Holiday Recess |
2009 |
Holiday |
| Jan. 19 | Martin Luther King Day |
| Feb. 5 | 1/2 Day Conf. 11:45 Dismissal |
| Feb. 16-20 | Winter Recess |
| March 31 | 1/2 Day Conf. 11:45 Dismissal |
| April 9-17 | Spring Recess |
| May 21-25 | Memorial Day |
| June 25 | Last Day of School |
Kindergarten Registration
If your child will be five years old on or before December 1st, he/she may beregistered for our full-day kindergarten program. Registration will take place at
Centre Avenue School: April 20th - 24th, and at Rhame Avenue School: April 27th -
May 1st. New residents should contact their elementary school for more information
AND PRIVACY ACT The East Rockaway Union Free School District may provide limited student directory information to potential news and feature article publication sources unless a refusal of consent to release has been filed in writing by the parent, guardian or eligible student (age 18 or over) with respect to the distribution of any or all of the listed items of student directory information. Directory information includes: student's name, address and phone number, names of student's parents/guardians, date and place of birth, field of study, participation in recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates and programs of attendance, awards and recognition's received, and home school district.
Under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, parents who do not desire release of any of the above information must make specific request in writing to the Superintendent of Schools. Failure to make such request shall be deemed consent to release, provide or publish the information during the school year.
In order to be a qualified voter in school district elections, you must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. citizen, a resident of the district for 30 days prior to the election, and a registered voter in either the school district or national /state elections.
Absentee Ballots
Registered voters unable to vote in-person may request absentee ballots in advance. For additional registration information call 887-8300, ext. 553.
Emergency School Closing Information
In the event of an emergency school closing four radio stations and 1 cable station will normally be notified to broadcast the closing of schools. They are as follows:
WOR 710 AM
WGBB 1240 AM
WALK 97.5 FM
WCBS 880 AM
News 12 Long Island
East Rockaway will be closed only when specifically mentioned by name.
Delayed Opening
In the event that weather conditions warrant a delayed opening schools
will open two hours after their normal starting times.
High School Delayed Starting Time: 10:00 am
Elementary School Delayed Starting Time: 10:40 am
| Superintendent | Dr. Roseanne Melucci | 887-8300 x 523 |
| Director of Finance & Operations | Concetta Robinson | 887-8300 x 553 |
| Director of PPS | Dr. Debra LoVerde | 887-8300 x 544 |
| Director of Curriculum & Technology | John Piccarella | 887-8300 x 533 |
| ERHS Principal | William Fortgang | 887-8300 x 423 |
| ERHS Asst. Principal | Cindy Singer | 887-8300 x 433 |
| ERHS Asst. Principal | James DeTommaso | 887-8300 x 437 |
| Rhame Ave. Principal | Laura Guggino | 887-8300 x 323 |
| Centre Ave. Principal | Tim Silk | 887-8300 x 223 |
| Director of Facilities & Operations | TBA | 887-8300 x 545 |
| Athletic Director | Dominic Vulpis | 887-8300 x 445 |
| ERHS Guidance | Robert Emery | 887-8300 x 452 |
| Math/Science Chairperson | Joseph Cangemi | 887-8300 x 442 |
| ALPSS Principal | Mr. R. Guzowski | 887-8300 x 544 |
Police Department 573-6400
Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-342-3720
Fire Department 599-4400
Poison Control Centre 542-2323
East Rockaway Village Hall 887-6300
Area Hospitals
South Nassau Communities Hospital
2445 Oceanside Road
Oceanside, New York 11572
Emergency Room: 763-3900
Patient Information: 763-3940
Main Number: 763-2030
Mercy Hospital
1000 North Village Ave.
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Emergency Room: 255-2223
Patient Information: 255-2501
Main Number 255-0111
Franklin Hospital Medical Center
900 Franklin Ave.
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Main Number: 825-8800