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September 2016 Your Schools - The Newsletter for the Residents of the Sweet Home Central School District

New Faces at Sweet Home

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The summer months at Sweet Home were busy as the District hired 33 brand new employees. The new hires are as follows:Row 1 (l to r):Barbara AndlerMaplemere Teacher AideJessica AndriatchMaplemere Grade 4Dr. Andres ArroyoHigh School PrincipalSalvatore BalistreriHigh School Custodian

Row 2 (l to r):Sarah BrachMiddle School MathMargaret DesiderioHeritage Teacher AideKate FerrariGlendale Food ServiceMary FialMaplemere Special EducationDiana FinnertyWillow Ridge Cafe Monitor

Row 3 (l to r):Ashley GeraghtyMiddle School NurseKelly GramHigh School MathMichael GreaserBuildings & Grounds HVACRebecca HaleyGlendale ArtSandy HoestermannDistrict Office Clerk TypistAmanda JohnsonHeritage Heights Kindergarten

Row 4 (l to r):Elizabeth KingGlendale Grade 3Jenna KnappWillow Ridge Grade 3Dr. Kelli-Koran LucheyHigh School Assistant PrincipalLinda MacDougallCommissary Food ServiceKassandra MaginMaplemere Teacher AideJordan MartinHigh School Social Studies

Row 5 (l to r):Sheila NguyenHigh School Food ServiceJenine NowakowskiMiddle School Foreign LanguageMallory PisarekMaplemere Special EducationEdward RiggsTransportation MechanicJulie RobertoMaplemere Literacy CoachJulie RobinsonElementary Orchestra

Row 6 (l to r):Hannah SchultzHigh School ELANancy SciandraHeritage Teacher AideBeth ShaverHigh School CleanerNicholas TiedemanHigh School ELASusan WattleMaplemere Teacher AideAlexandra WeiserMiddle School Special Education

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September 2016 Your Schools - Sweet Home Central School District • www.sweethomeschools.org

A Message from the Superintendent of Schools...

Superintendent of Schools

Anthony J. Day

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There is nothing like the first day of school! What once was old is new again as the school community reconvened to open another year of school. It is always great to get the kids back in the buildings and let the learning process begin!

The school year began with our annual kickoff meeting for all staff members in our auditorium where we celebrated new members of our community in the form of teachers, support personnel and administrators. This year marks some significant leadership changes in our district as Joleen Dimitroff and Gregory Smorol take the reigns as Principals of Glendale and Heritage Heights Elementary Schools. Scott Wolf moves to District office as the Coordinator of Secondary Education. Tom Roberts joins him at District office fresh from his duties as Assistant Principal at the High School. A new high school leadership team has formed with the hiring of Dr. Andres Arroyo as the High School Principal and Dr. Keli-Koran Luchey as the new Assistant Principal.

We then began the program by discussing the inevitability of change. Changes impacting our own lives; changes in the work of schools. What we once knew continues to grow and shift as the world around us is transformed by the ubiquity of information and access to ideas and news as it happens. In the midst of change are anchors, which hold us steady and help us set a proper course. One anchor cited was the need to celebrate

accomplishment in what we have achieved amidst the shifts. In the past year, our student proficiency rate increased by 10%- double the growth achieved across the state. Significant gains were made by our students on the Common Core Algebra assessment as well as on the first administration of new Common Core Regents exams in Algebra 2/ Trigonometry and English Language Arts. In all three cases, over 95% of Sweet Home students were proficient. These were significant gains from the year past and great initial markers based on our kids’ first shot at the assessments.

While celebrating these successes, we acknowledged that those measures were only indicators of the real reason for schools- the thirteen-year experience that kids take part in throughout their school career. We introduced three young friends- Owen, Charlotte, and Abby - who talked about playing with play dough and their teachers as what they were looking forward to as they entered Kindergarten. We then introduced eight other friends from the other end of the journey- seniors, juniors and sophomores. We asked them to name someone from the school community who had made their experience better and why. Those students- Mackenzie, Colin, Amanda, Ali, Riley, Paolo, Jordan, and Luke- offered stories of nurses, bus drivers, teachers, counselors, athletic trainers and groundsmen who had each touched their lives significantly along the way. Their words set a tone for the year that focused on kids and each of us doing what we could to make their experience on that thirteen-year journey the best it could be.

As we take the dive into 2016-17, we need to recognize that significant challenges remain. While our August graduation rate once again stands at 94%, there were still 16 students that didn’t graduate. Too many of our special education and African American students perform to lower levels on important NYS state assessments. While making up close to 30% of the student population fewer than 10% of our high school honor students and accelerated seventh grade math students are students of color. Only 59% of polled high and middle school students believe that their peers treat them or other adults with respect.

In response to this data, we know we need to stay the course. We know that really good things are happening in classes across the District. Our administrators and coaches have worked diligently alongside teachers to improve instruction and outcomes for kids. We will continue to utilize data from interim assessments to guide our work with individual students and smaller groups of students within classes. We will explore the possibilities of a District wide character education program for students in grades K-8 and prepare career pathways that will better prepare our current freshman to leave high school and make informed choices about coursework that will prepare them for that future.

While “staying the course” is important; so is making informed, thoughtful choices going forward. We will seek to instill leadership attributes within all our kids and foster a real sense of community within and among our students, teachers and staff. We know that this sense of community begins with the adults and how they treat children at school. It goes beyond the adults to the students- helping them improve how they treat and listen to each other as well. We ask our teachers to do their best to create a real sense of community in each and every classroom. These communities can become fertile ground to develop emotionally strong kids capable of learning and achieving more.

The end we seek is the final sight- 100% of students as successful graduates are all ready to thrive four years after graduation. This is a daunting goal- but why can’t we achieve it? This is our charge and our calling. Our schools are very good but we desire to make them great. We may not yet know to how to achieve this goal but we are willing and committed to trying.

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Fall Open House Dates...Open House dates for the district schools have been set for the fall. Open Houses provide the opportunity for parents to become familiar with their children’s school, administrators and teachers. Dates and times of the fall open houses are listed here:

Sweet Home High School Wed., September 14, 7:00pm

Sweet Home Middle School Thurs., September 29, 6:30pm

Glendale Elementary Thurs., September 22, 6:30pm

Heritage Heights Elementary Thurs., September 22, 6pm

Maplemere Elementary Fri., September 16, 5pm

Willow Ridge Elementary Thurs., September 15, 6:30pm

District Sets 2016-17 Tax Rates...At its voting meeting August 16, the Sweet Home Board of Education set the school tax rate for 2016-17. Voters approved the 2016-17 budget in May that included a property tax levy of $44,033,641. The property tax rate established for homeowners in the Town of Amherst is $14.94 per $1,000 assessed value which represents a yearly tax bill of $1,569 for a home assessed at $134,333 with New York State basic STAR exemption which translates to a tax bill increase of $12 from the previous year. The non-homestead rate for the Town of Amherst will be $24.08 per $1,000 assessed value for 2016-17.

The property tax rate established for homeowners in the Town of Tonawanda is $33.99 per $1,000 assessed value which represents a yearly tax bill of $1,594 for a home assessed at $59,786 with a New York State basic STAR exemption which translates to a tax bill increase of $43 from the previous year. The non-homestead rate for the Town of Tonawanda will be $53.96 per $1,000 assessed value for 2016-17. The Town of Tonawanda uses an equalized rate to determine assessments.

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The SHHS PTSA will receive .5% of the purchase price. Simply log on to www.smile.amazon.com and choose New York Congress 19-237 Sweet Home High School PTSA as your Charitable Organization. This is so easy and simple to do. This is a great way to help the SHHS PTSA Fund raise for Scholarships. This year we distributed $1,750 in scholarships to seniors. Next year we would love to double that amount !! All of our profits come from fundraisers that YOU, our Sweet Home Community support. So, if you shop on Amazon, please go to www.smile.amazon.com

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Congratulations August Graduates...

Attention Amazon Shoppers!

On Tuesday, August 23, sixteen students completed the requirements for graduation and received their diplomas in a ceremony in the High School library.

Congratulations to the following students on their graduation:

Eduard AghabekyanAshley N. AndrewsShamira C. BanksGiulia L. BuscagliaJuan C. CandelariaCameron J. LangTasheka M. LawrenceAlexandria A. Leggions

Jacinda M. McGilvearyPeter S. MillerAric T. MoenchCharles J. Naughton IVKayla M. PetrusRylee D. QuaglianoWilliam J. TaczakNeraelyn B. Trueheart


LAST NAME FIRST NAME PHONE E-MAIL POSITION 250- @sweethomeschools.org Balazs JoAnn 1417 jbalazs Asst. SuperintendentBovey Nancy 1235 nbovey Clerk Typist/Spec. Ed.Caruana Kim 1228 kcaruana Clerk Typist / Central RegistrationCebulski Lisa 1410 lcebulski Accounting Clerk Cocca Sandra 1446 scocca Supervisor/Cent.KitchenCole John 1234 jcole Director / Student ServicesConnor Michael 1433 mconnor Micro Computer Tech.Crist Deborah 1425 dcrist Account Clerk/InsuranceCustodi Linda 1424 lcustodi Secy./Spec. Ed. / Community Ed.Day Anthony 1402 aday SuperintendentFarleo Ronald 1233 rfarleo Voice/Video TechnicianFeldmann Donald 1267 dfeldmann Coord./ Public & Community RelationsGalli Karen 1408 kgalli Secy./ Human Resources & InstructionGreaser Michael 1209 mgreaser HVAC TechnicianHammett Kevin 1377 khammett Mtr. Equip. Oper.Hanes Kelly 1436 khanes Transportation ClerkHershey Christian 1237 chershey Special Education TOSAHoestermann Sandy 1236 shoestermann Clerk Typist/Spec. Ed.Imbs Robert 1319 rimbs Micro Computer TechJarvis Katherine 1445 kjarvis Secy. Bldg. & GroundsLowden Kevin 1437 klowden Hd. Bus Driver Maloney Laura 1447 lmaloney Mail ClerkMasci John 1429 jmasci Micro Computer TechMcBurney-Callowhill Michelle 1409 mmcburney Payroll Clerk McNamara Sherry 1402 smcnamara Secy. to Supt.Metz Diane 1403 dmetz Secy./Instructional TechnologyMichaels Fran 1348 fmichaels Hd. Maint. Mech.Miller Lori Beth 1444 lmiller PT Clerk Typist/ Cent. KitchenNowak Anne 1229 anowak Counselor/Family Support Ctr.Peterman Dale 1349 dpeterman Hd. GroundsmanRoberts Thomas 1416 troberts Asst. Principal for Data Mngmt/SupportRozler Stephen 1443 srozler Supervisor/Bldg. & GroundsRoy Cindy 1415 croy Accounting ClerkRussell Judy 1400 jrussell Secy./Business OfficeSarkees Deborah 1401 dsarkees District TreasurerScozzofava Karen 1435 kscozzofava Transportation ClerkStuitje Gerald 1406 gstuitje Dir./Finance & Plant ServicesWeselak Robert 1435 rweselak Supervisor/Transp.Wolf Scott 1419 swolf Principal for Secondary Education

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HIGH SCHOOLPHONE 250-1200 • FAX: 250-1362

Styn Geri 1232 gstyn Teacher AideSzymendera Paul 1316 pszymendera Social St.Thomas Jeffery 2114 jthomas BusinessTiedeman Nick 1241 ntiedeman EnglishTojek Michael 2603 mtojek TechTurner Brian 1278 bturner LanguageUtzig Christine 1279 cutzig Social St.VanVolkenburg Kate 1601 kvanvolkenburg ArtVanHarrison Brianna 1242 bvanharrison EnglishWebb Susan 1226 swebb Library AideYagielski Nilam 1258 nyagielski MathZgoda Derek 1366 dzgoda Health/Phys. Ed.Zwack Joseph 1364 jzwack Asst. Principal

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LAST NAME FIRST NAME PHONE E-MAIL POSITION 250-1450 x @sweethomeschools.org Aarum Connie 1471 caarum Health AssistantAdams Paula 3104 padams Reading SpecialistAnastasia Michael 1453 manastasia Asst. PrincipalAsh Christi 3155 cash ScienceAusten Katie 3226 kausten MathBaczkiewicz Alan 3105 abaczkiewicz Science/Social St.Balkin Caitlin 3002 cbalkin Spec. Ed.Beichner Diane 3113 dbeichner PTBogacz Kelli 3202 kbogacz Math/ScienceBower Jamie 3103 jbower Math SpecialistBrach Sarah 3134 sbrach MathCeccato Julie 3138 jceccato MathCheskin-Brzeczkowski Lisa 3141 lcheskin SpeechColicchia Kathy 1451 kcolicchia Secy. to Asst. PrincipalCommisso Angela 3107 acommisso MathConiglio Debra 3309 dconiglio MusicCorcoran Kelly 3127 kcorcoran ScienceCrimmins Lindsay 3200 lcrimmins ENLDaigler Pamela 3311 pdaigler MusicDavis Keri 3211 kdavis ELADean Heather 1450 hdean Clerk Typist Main OfficeDorobiala Michelle 3108 mdorobiala ELADunlap Charles 3130 cdunlap Spec. Ed.Ehman Michael 3224 mehman Social St.Etkin David 3206 detkin ELAFreda Marc 3101 mfreda Science/Social St.Fried Morris 3490 mfried Tech.Frijey James 3209 jfrijey Social Studies Geraghty Ashley 1460 ageraghty R.N.Gernatt Kristin 3153 kgernatt Social St.Graham David 1472 dgraham HPEGrosjean Jennifer 3200 jgrosjean ENLHahn Donna 3113 dhahn OTHayes Edward 3493 ehayes Tech.Heidinger Jennifer 3103 jheidinger Math SpecialistKauderer-Kromer Dawn 1467 dkauderer Phys. Ed.Kelly Jayme 3128 jkelly EnglishKinan Elizabeth 1456 ekinan GuidanceKramer Sharon 3004 skramer Spec. Ed.Kumm Patricia 1458 pkumm GuidanceLaMastra Mary Jo 1455 mlamastra GuidanceLawson Lisa 3257 llawson ArtLindemann Sarah 3131 slindemann ScienceLipka Ashlee 3207 alipka Family / Consumer ScienceLippert Rhonda 3117 rlippert Spec. Ed.MacPeek Lari 3143 lmacpeek ScienceMancino Tia 1450 tmancino Clerk Typist / Main OfficeMangione Lisa 3001 lmangione Spec. Ed.Mann Dina 3223 dmann Reading SpecialistMarczak Michelle 3230 mmarczak ELAMartello Nicole 3221 nmartello Spec. Ed.May Kathleen 3241 cmay MathMcCaffery Ryan 3255 rmccaffery ArtMcElhinny Frances 1462 fmcelhinny Secy/AttendanceMcLoughlin Neal 3253 nmcloughlin Social St.Mescall Katina 3259 kmescall Math SpecialistMiles Barbara 3205 bmiles Family & Consumer ScienceMiller Jeff 3232 jmiller Social St.Muck Heidi 3214 hmuck Foreign LanguageMurphy Daniel 3216 dmurphy Foreign LanguageNeelon Kathryn 1465 kneelon HPENiezgoda Nicole 3102 nniezgoda Math


Nixon Cindy 1468 cnixon Cafe Mgr.Nowakowski Jenine 3212 jnowakowski Foreign LanguagePeltier Theresa 3113 tpeltier OTPeterson Brent 3259 bpeterson Technology SpecialistPetrie Gavin 3360 gpetrie MusicPetrie Sarah 3222 spetrie ELAPhillips Jason 1469 jphillips Hd. CustodianPizur Martin 1454 mpizur PrincipalPopovich Robin 1452 rpopovich Secy. to PrincipalPrevite Jacqueline 3219 jprevite MathQuader Joseph 3364 jquader Music Ramsperger Christina 3220 cramsperger Foreign LanguageRebmann Alison 3255 arebmann ArtReich Patricia 1474 preich LibrarianReimer Chad 3234 creimer Social St.Reinhardt Erin 3100 ereinhardt ELARizzo Suzanne 3204 srizzo ELA/ScienceRyan James 1479 jryan TOSA DisciplineSchleicher Kevin 3491 kschleicher Tech.Shepherd Shannon 3236 slshepherd ELAShepherd Stephen 3251 srshepherd ELASigurdson Elizabeth 1457 esigurdson Psych.Skalski Pat 3215 pskalski Library AideSmith Thomas 3492 tsmith Tech.Steinagle Kerry 3005 ksteinagle Spec. Ed.Stephans Donald 3159 dstephans ScienceStockmeyer Kevin 3208 kstockmeyer Math/ScienceStrefeler Paul 1464 pstrefeler HPETaylor Dana 3259 dtaylor Reading SpecialistTraverse Jeremy 3157 jtraverse ScienceWalker Alex 3136 awalker MathWeiser Alendra 3238 aweiser Spec. Ed.Wilemski Patty 1459 pwilemski Clerk Typist Student ServicesWilliams Amy 3106 awilliams Reading SpecialistWodarczak Andrea 3218 awodarczak Foreign LanguageZito Nikki 3003 nzito Spec. Ed.

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GLENDALE PHONE 250-1500 • FAX: 250-1510

LAST NAME FIRST NAME PHONE E-MAIL POSITION 250-1500 x @sweethomeschools.org Aldrich Cheryl 4265 caldrich Science TOSABaker Nicole 4261 nbaker Literacy Coach / KindgBarbic Tanya 4314 tbarbic Reading SpecialistBlackley Whitney 4260 bwhitney Program AideBonnevie Gilda 1503 gbonnevie R.N.Budnack Stephen 4402 sbudnack MusicCalandra Diana 4244 dcalandra Phys. Ed.Canetti Amy 4110 acanetti Grade 2Cornwell-Crawford Beth 1509 bcrawford Psych.Davis Tanya 4313 tdavis Phys. TherapyDiBernardo Melinda 4274 mdibernardo Library & EnrichmentDimitroff Joleen 1502 jdimitroff PrincipalDiPirro Molly 4261 mdipirro Math SpecialistDunstan Derek 4267 ddunstan Grade 4Eckler Nicole 4268 neckler Grade 4Geary Anuja 4108 ageary Grade 3Gradle Jill 4129 jgradle Cafe Mgr.Heslin Sarah 4308 sheslin Grade 1Hopcia Jill 4264 jhopcia Grade 4Hujer Kathryn 4306 khujer ArtJarvis Andrea 4113 ajarvis Spec. Ed.Jelowski Trevor 4307 tjelowski MusicKacalski Phyllis 4111 pkacalski Grade 2Kawa Lynn 4116 lkawa GuidanceKing Elizabeth 4109 eking Grade 3Knobel Lori 4107 lknobel Pre-KKoestler Terry 1501 tkoestler PT Clerk TypistKonrad Mary 4312 mkonrad Spec. Ed.Loughrey Joelle 4312 jloughrey Spec. Ed.Lowe Richard 4246 rlowe Phys. Ed.Major Kim 4314 kmajor Reading SpecialistMang Jason 4257 jmang Occ. TherapyMarianos Kimberly 4261 kmarianos Math InterventionMarrano Tricia 4260 tmarrano Program AideMurray Michelle 4114 mamurray Grade 2Olear John 4262 jolear Grade 5Papero Danielle 4266 dpapero Grade 5Peterson Amanda 4260 apeterson Program AidePiatek Sandra 4311 spiatek Grade 1Powell Danielle 4263 dpowell Grade 5Prinzbach Patricia 4317 pprinzbach Kindg.Radlich David 1504 dradlich Head CustodianRobinson Julia 7313 jrobinson MusicRucker Barbara 1500 brucker Secy to PrincipalSaunders Cindy 1501 csaunders PT Clerk TypistSerrano Jami 4310 jserrano Grade 1Trznadel Stacey 4260 strznadel Reading InterventionWander Jessica 4254 jwander KindergartenWargo Lynette 4309 lwargo Grade 1Wilkinson Jessica 4252 jwilkinson Kindg.Wright Jacqueline 4115 jwright Grade 3Young Karen 4313 kyoung SpeechZack Amy 4261 azack Literacy Coach / Kindg.


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LAST NAME FIRST NAME PHONE E-MAIL POSITION 250-1525 x @Sweethomeschools.org Aldrich Cheryl 5090 caldrich Science TOSABattaglia Amy 1526 abattaglia PT Clerk Typist (AM)Battel Jennifer 5098 jbattel Grade 4Beichner Diane 5082 dbeichner Pysical TherapistBiersbach Cindy 5010 cbiersbach Grade 2Bowers Ashleigh 5097 abowers ESLBudnack Stephen 5065 sbudnack MusicBurke Sheryl 1525 sburke Secy. to Prin.Chase Morgan 5017 mchase Literacy CoachCianfrini Tracey 5027 tcianfrini Kindg.Conboy Jessica 5026 jconboy ENLConnolly Margaret 5106 mconnolly Reading InterventionCook Lindsey 5071 lcook Reading SpecialistCornwell-Crawford Beth 1529 bcrawford School PsychologistCress Amy 5109 acress Speech Deren Barbara 5086 bderen Pre-KErikson Melissa 5026 merikson ENLEvans Linda 5094 levans Cafe Mgr.Glass Sheri 5094 sglass Cafe MonitorGlorioso Salvatore 1533 sglorioso GuidanceGrosjean Jennifer 5097 jgrosjean ENLGrugnale Jill 5009 jgrugnale Grade 2Gugino Kimberly 5087 kgugino Grade 5Hattler Nancy 5094 nhattler CafeteriaImiolo Deborah 5005 dimiolo MusicIraci Kerri 5088 kiraci Grade 5Johnson Amanda 5010 ajohnson Kindg.Koetzle Sara 5017 skoetzle Program AideKotowski Frank 1530 fkotowski Head CustodianLanglotz Tracy 5111 tlanglotz ArtLiCausi Frank 9799 flicausi Math SpecialistLindner Jenna 5017 jlindner Program AideLombardo Brian 5044 blombardo Phys. Ed.Long Misti 5089 mlong Grade 5Lubick Susan 5107 slubick Grade 3Lycett Christine 5018 clycett Teacher AideMahoney Jacqueline 5109 jmahoney Spec. Ed.Mattison Rebecca 5094 rmattison Cafe MonitorMcDonald Margaret 5018 mmcdonald Grade 1McDowell Monica 5108 mmcdowell Grade 3Miranda Patricia 5062 pmiranda Phys. Ed.Montanari Carol 1526 cmontanari PT Clerk Typist (PM)Moran Wenda 5015 wmoran Grade 1Nesteruk Marilou 5016 mnesteruk Grade 1O’Brien Michelle 5008 mobrien Grade 2 Peltier Theresa 5082 tpeltier Occ. TherapistPignatora Laureen 5089 lpignatora Teacher AideRao Mary 5025 mrao Kindg.Reichmuth Heather 5082 hreichmuth Intermediate Literacy CoachRexford Patrick 5099 prexford Grade 4Robinson Julia 5065 jrobinson MusicScholl Martin 5002 mscholl Spec. Ed.Smorol Gregory 1527 gsmorol PrincipalSpengler Darcy 5007 dspengler Spec. Ed.Starks Jacqueline 5085 jstarks Math SpecialistStephens Susan 5100 sstephens Grade 4Terragnoli Maralane 5091 mterragnoli Pre-K Teacher AideThompson Deborah 5094 dthompson Cafe MonitorVanDette Linda 1528 lvandette R.N.Wilson Jennifer 5010 jwilson Grade 2Zlotek Leanne 5068 lzlotek Enrichment / Library Media

Notice of NondiscriminationThe Sweet Home Central School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. Further, the Sweet Home Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of religion or creed, sexual orientation, military status, genetic status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, criminal arrest or conviction record, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal non-discrimination laws. Inquiries regarding Sweet Home Central School District’s non-discrimination policies and grievance procedures should be directed to:JoAnn A. Balazs • Assistant Superintendent • 1901 Sweet Home Road • Amherst, New York 14228 • 716-250-1417


MAPLEMERE PHONE 250-1550 • FAX: 250-1555

LAST NAME FIRST NAME PHONE E-MAIL POSITION 250-1550 x @sweethomeschools.org Andriatch Jessica 6111 jandriatch Grade 4Baetzhold Kirsten 6103 kbaetzhold Grade 3Barrett Karen 1550 kbarrett Secy to PrincipalBassano Karen 6107 kbassano Grade 5Beichner Diane 6216 dbeichner Physical TherapyBonghi Carrie 6110 cbonghi Spec. Ed.Bonito Maggie 1559 mbonito Cafe Mgr.Brennan Mikal 6106 mbrennan Grade 5Budnack Stephen 6112 sbudnack MusicCampbell Melissa 6208 mcampbell Grade 1Covel Tammy 6200 tcovel Kindg.Donnelly Beverly 6201 bdonnelly Kindg.Eberle Julie 1558 jeberle GuidanceFial Mary 6210 mfial Spec. Ed.Gefell Sarah 6278 sgefell LibrarianGentner Jessica 6203 jgentner Spec. Ed.Gimlin Lindsey 6206 lgimlin Grade 2Hammett Kevin 1554 khammett Head CustodianHerbold Kendra 6212 kherbold Grade 2Hess Jeff 6125 jhess Phys. Ed.Hildreth Leigh Ann 6108 lhildreth Intermediate Literacy CoachHiwiller Cindy 6214 chiwiller Reading SpecialistJones Heidi 6124 hjones Phys. Ed.Kieffer Maureen 6110 mkieffer Literacy InterventionistLamantia Nicole 6204 nlamantia Kindg.Laudisio Ann 1550 alaudisio PrincipalLeemer Michelle 6102 mleemer Grade 3Liebrich Kim 6205 kliebrich Pre-KindergartenLorentz Bonnie 6108 blorentz Math InterventionLynch Robert 6116 rlynch ArtMackowiak Angela 6209 amackowiak Grade 1Maloney Nora 6215 nmaloney Spec. Ed.Miller Michelle 6211 mmiller Grade 2Pariseau Meaghan 1556 mpariseau School PsychologistPasternak-Brodka Judith 6214 jpasternak Speech Pfeiffer Heather 6104 hpfeiffer Grade 3Pierce Karin 6213 kpierce Grade 2Pisarek Mallory 6207 mpisarek Spec. Ed.Polokoff Maureen 1553 mpolokoff NursePrevite Nanette 6217 nprevite Program AideRizzitello Marietta 1551 mrizzitello PT Clerk TypistRoberto Julie 6217 jroberto Primary Literacy CoachRobinson Julia 6112 jrobinson MusicRoth Lori 6215 lroth Spec. Ed.Schick Debbie 6207 dschick OT / PTScully Sharrie 6109 sscully Grade 5Sionko Michele 6113 msionko Grade 4Stuck Linda 1551 lstuck PT Clerk TypistSwierski Beth 6101 bswierski TOSA ScienceTruskey Veronica 6105 vtruskey Grade 4Udy Melissa 6114 mudy MusicVanDewater Joelle 6110 jvandewater Math Specialist

PUBLIC NOTICEIn compliance with the requirements of the Federal Asbestos/Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1987, the parents, employees, students and related organizations are hereby notified of the completion of the required 6 month periodic surveillances. In the period from September 1, 2015 to August 31, 2016 there has been no change in the condition of the asbestos containing building material or any fiber release in any of the district buildings.

Questions or comments should be directed to:Stephen Rozler, Superintendent of Buildings and GroundsSweet Home Central School District1741 Sweet Home Rd.Amherst, NY 14228(716) 250-1443


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LAST NAME FIRST NAME PHONE E-MAIL POSITION 250-1575 x @sweethomeschools.org Adams Marisa 7202 madams Literacy SpecialistBanks Mia 7311 mbanks ArtBennett Jennifer 7314 jbennett Grade 5Brennan James 7309 jbrennan Math CoachBudnack Stephen 4402 sbudnack MusicBurnham Katie Jo 7207 kburnham Grade 2Christensen Michelle 7111 mchristensen Grade 1Cole Amanda 7108 acole Kindg.Connelly Patricia 7210 pconnelly Grade 2Conway Katie 7104 kconway Grade 1Cretacci Joanne 7315 jcretacci MusicD’Angelo Dana 7106 ddangelo Grade 1Davis Tanya 7102 tdavis OT/PTGennamore Lacey 7107 lgennamore Pre-KGorenflo Maureen 7110 mgorenflo Kindg.Henderson Maureen 7302 mhenderson Grade 4Iwankow Michelle 7310 miwankow Grade 5Johel Karen 7312 kjohel Grade 5Kelly Ann Marie 7204 akelly Grade 3Kling Chandra 7109 ckling Literacy CoachKnapp Jenna 7202 jknapp Grade 3Kwoka Kimberley 7109 kkwoka Spec. Ed.Lewandowski Bonnie 1582 blewandowski Cafe Mgr.Mack Christina 7118 cmack Phys. Ed.McCrohan Donna 1578 dmccrohan R.N.McKim Beverly 1576 bmckim PT Clerk TypistMcNess Pamela 1576 pmcness PT Clerk TypistNotaro Sharon 7209 snotaro Math SpecialistO’Brien Kelly Ann 7304 kaobrien Grade 3Pariseau Meaghan 7112 mpariseau School PsychologistPoirer Melissa 7202 mpoirer Program AidePolino Robert 1575 rpolino PrincipalPotkalitsky Kimberly 7113 kpotkalitsky Kindg.Ramsay Mark 7309 mramsay Spec. Ed.Sarnacki Julianne 7116 jsarnacki LibrarySerianni Kara 7102 kserianni SpeechSlawinski Peter 1579 pslawinski CustodianSmith Melissa 7107 msmith Pre-KSperanza Donna 1597 dsperanza GuidanceStablewski Jacqueline 7209 jstablewski Literacy CoachSwierski Beth 7308 bswierski TOSA ScienceSzpylman Eric 7203 eszpylman BOCESTalbot Kelly 7205 ktalbot BOCESVerratti Lisa 7212 lverratti Grade2Wawrzyniak Raymond 7306 rwawrzyniak Grade 4Weinholtz Betsy 7102 bweinholtz OT/PTZimmer Jeremy 7119 jzimmer Phys. Ed.Zimmer Michelle 7206 mzimmer Grade 3

Students meeting income eligibility requirements can receive a free or reduced-price meal. Procedures are used to protect the privacy of students participating in the free and reduced-price meal program. The income requirements are presented here and questions regarding the program may be directed to School Lunch Supervisor Sandra Cocca at 250-1446.

Free & Reduced Meals Income Guidelines...


2016-17 Free & Reduced Price School MealsTo apply for free and reduced price meals for your children, read the instructions on the back, complete this form, sign your name and return it to school. For more information or help, please call Food Services Supervisor Sandra Cocca, SNS at (716) 250-1446.


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This notice is to inform you of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) policy of the Sweet Home Central School District. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a systematic approach to managing pests focusing on long-term prevention or suppression with minimal impact on human health, the environment and non-target organisms. IPM incorporates all reasonable measures for control of structural and landscape pests to minimize the amount and toxicity of pesticides used in the district. Our strategies for managing pest populations will be based upon the pest species and whether that species poses a threat to our students, staff, property or the environment.

When it is determined that a pesticide must be used in order to meet important management goals, the least hazardous material adequate to control the pest will be chosen and label directions shall be followed. All applications are done by currently licensed and certified personnel and complies with all Federal, State and local regulations.

Generally, we limit the application of pesticides in our district to the following products:Insecticide III, Fertilizer & Dicot weed control III 32-4-3, Fungicide VII, Turf Fertilizer and Merit, Talstar, Talstar with Fertilizer, Momentum weed and feed, Primo, Embark, Roundup Pro, Trimec Classic, oryza T+ O and Prosectuor.

These chemicals are in our inventory. Many are used infrequently, nevertheless are listed. Please refer to our specific postings and notifications as to which are used.

Contractor: City Exterminating • 780 Walden Avenue • Buffalo, NY 14211 • 896-3596

List of chemicals used by the contractor: DEMAND CS, DEMON MAX, MAXFORCE ANT BAIT STATIONS, MAXFORCE ROACH BAIT STATIONS, TEMP SC ULTRA (insecticide) and DELTA DUST INSECTICIDE.If you desire, we will place your name on a list of individuals who wish to receive 48-hour prior notification of any pesticide application. In the case of an emergency application, we will notify you as soon as possible following the decision to make an application. If you would like your name placed on the list, please complete the form below and mail it to: Gerald Stuitje, Director of Finance and Plant Services, 1901 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, NY 14228.

If you have questions regarding our IPM program, please contact: Stephen Rozler, Supervisors of Buildings and Grounds at 250-1443. Mr. Rozler will have information about the products applied including information that may appear on the label.

Additional information may be obtained by calling the National Pesticide Telecommunications Network information phone number 1-800-858-7378 or the New York State Department of Health Center for Environmental Health information line at 1-800-458-1158.

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Sweet Home’s Code of Conduct...

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The Sweet Home Central School District and the Sweet Home Board of Education are committed to providing a safe and orderly environment where our students will receive, and district personnel will deliver, quality educational services without disruption or interference. Appropriate and responsible behavior by students, teachers, district personnel, parents and other visitors is essential to providing such a safe school setting.

The Sweet Home Board of Education supports the importance of clearly defined expectations for acceptable conduct on school property, identifying the possible consequences of unacceptable conduct and ensuring that discipline, when necessary, is administered promptly and fairly.

In accordance with the Dignity for All Students Act, School District policy and practice must ensure that no student is subject to discrimination or harassment, based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity or sex by school employees or students on school property, on a school bus, or at a school function.

The Sweet Home Central School District has established a “Code of Conduct” that identifies:

· Students Rights and Responsibilities· The Role of Essential Partners· Student Civilty & Dress Code· Prohibited Student Conduct· Reporting Violations· Disciplinary Consequences, Procedures and Referrals· Alternative Instruction· Discipline of Students with Disabilities· Corporal Punishment· Student Searches and Interrogations· Visitors to the Schools· Public Conduct on School Property

A copy of the complete Sweet Home Code of Conduct is available through the Office of Human Resources & Planning, or by contacting JoAnn A Balazs, Assistant Superintendent, at 250-1414. The document is also available on the Sweet Home Web site at: http://sweethomeschools.org

PROHIBITED STUDENT CONDUCT• Conduct that is disorderly or disruptive• Conduct that is insubordinate• Conduct that is violent• Conduct that endangers the safety, morale, health or welfare of others• Inappropriate/Misuse of Technology • Misconduct while on a School Bus• Academic Misconduct

The Board recognizes the need to make its expectations for student conduct while on school property or engaged in a school function specific and clear. Students who will not accept responsibility for their own behavior and who violate district/school rules will be required to accept the consequences for their conduct.

DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES, PROCEDURES AND REFERRALSAll district staff members who are authorized to impose disciplinary sanctions are expected to do so in a prompt, fair and lawful manner. Students who are found to violate the district’s Code of Conduct may be subject to consequences, either alone or in combination, that includes:

· Verbal Warning· Written Warning· Written Notification to Parents· Detention· In-school Suspension· Suspension from Transportation · Suspension from Athletic Participation· Suspension from Extracurricular Activities· Suspension of Privileges· Removal from Class by Teacher· Suspension, Short Term, Long Term, Permanent· Community Service - as determined by superintendent or building administrators

Offenses by middle and high school students in the following areas would usually result in building-level

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Code of Conduct Continued...suspension of five days along with a referral to a Superintendent hearing: 1) use of alcohol/drugs; 2) fighting/physical altercation; 3) deliberate destruction of school property / vandalism; 4) theft of any kind; 5) sexual misconduct

STUDENT DRESS CODEAll students are expected to give proper attention to personal cleanliness and to dress appropriately for school and school functions. All district personnel, including student teachers, should exemplify and reinforce acceptable student dress.

A student’s dress, grooming and appearance shall be safe, appropriate and should not disrupt or interfere with the educational process.

School authorities may prohibit dress which is so distractive as to interfere with the learning process. Students are not permitted to wear items that are vulgar, obscene or libelous or that denigrate others. Clothing/Accessories may not promote and/or endorse the use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs and/or encourage other illegal or violent activities, and extremely brief garments, see-through garments and the exposure of undergarments are not appropriate in an educational setting. Students may not wear head covers, coats, jackets or sunglasses during the course of the instructional day, except for those whose spiritual belief or medical condition dictates otherwise

VISITORS TO THE SCHOOLParents and other district citizens are encouraged to visit the district’s schools and classrooms to observe the work of students, teachers and other staff. Since schools are a place of work and learning, certain limits must be set for such visits. The building principal or his or her designee is responsible for all persons in the building and on the grounds. The following rules apply to visitors to the schools:

• Anyone who is not a regular staff member, district employee, or student of the school will be considered a visitor.• All visitors to the school, during the day, must report to the office upon arrival at the school. Visitors will be required to sign the visitors register and issued a visitor’s identification badge. The visitor must sign out and return the badge upon leaving the building.• Parents or citizens who wish to observe a classroom while school is in session are required to arrange such visits in advance with the classroom teacher(s).• Teachers are not to take class time to discuss individual matters with visitors.• Unauthorized persons will be asked to leave the building.• All visitors are expected to abide by the rules for public conduct on school property and at all school functions.

PUBLIC CONDUCT ON SCHOOL PROPERTYAll persons on school property or attending a school function shall conduct themselves in a respectful and orderly manner following all established school and district policies and regulations. All persons on school property or attending a school are expected to be properly attired for the purpose they are on school property.

SPORTSMANSHIPSweet Home requires good sportsmanship on and off the field. Actions such as fighting, taunting, vulgar language and a disrespectful attitude by athletes or spectators is not acceptable at any time.

• Any athlete fighting before, during or after an athletic contest will be suspended from the next contest, but must participate in all practices. If there is a second offense, the student is dismissed from the team for the duration of the season.• Any athlete taunting, using vulgar language or being disrespectful to coaches or officials during an athletic contest will be taken out of the event by the coach and not allowed to return until the coach has talked to the athlete. The second time a situation occurs, the student will not be put back in the event.• Spectators must follow all school rules during athletic competitions. Failure will result in the removal from the event.


Comprehensive Student Attendance Policy...All children in New York State ages 6 to 16 are required to attend school. Regular school attendance is a critical factor in student success. School attendance is both a right and a responsibility of all students.

The Sweet Home Central School District is an active partner with parents and students in ensuring that all students meet or exceed the New York State Learning Standards. To help reach that goal, the Sweet Home Central School District has adopted a Comprehensive Student Attendance Policy. Complete copies of the District Comprehensive Attendance Policy are available in the main offices of all district school buildings.

The New York State Education Department only considers the list below to be legal reasons for absence or tardiness:

• Sickness Or Death In The Family • Medical Appointments • Religious Holiday • Court Appearance• Counseling Appointment • Road Test Or College Exploration • School Sponsored Activities • CSE Meetings

ABSENCE EXCUSESA written excuse is required of all students when they return to school from an absence or when tardy. Excuses should be written and signed by the parent/guardian, and include the reason for the absence/ tardy and specify the date(s) and time of the absence or tardiness. Dismissal also requires a note from parents designating time, reason and means of transportation. Students should be picked up in the main office of the school.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE/ADDRESSING EXCESSIVEABSENCES/TARDINESSA student who reaches 7 absences or tardies during the first marking period will be identified and a first intervention will be implemented. In the second quarter and thereafter, a letter is sent home to the parent/guardian of any student who reaches an absence rate of 15 percent or more for that point of the year. As of the 100th day and thereafter, a letter is sent to the parent/guardian of any student who has 15 absences or more. The second intervention is to be implemented when a student fails to maintain an attendance rate of 85% or better. After being identified, a building team will monitor the student’s attendance and appropriate interventions will be taken.

First Intervention - A letter is sent requesting more information about the student absence/tardiness. Acknowledgement of receipt of the letter is expected. The building principal will make a follow-up contact if no reply is received. As part of this intervention, the school counselor may meet with the student to discuss attendance and any related concerns.

Second Intervention – When the attendance patterns do not show improvement, a second letter requesting a conference will be sent to the parents/persons in parental relation. The purpose of this conference is to determine a course of action to improve the student’s attendance.

Third Intervention - After a family has received two interventions and student attendance has shown no improvement school officials may pursue formal sanctions such as referral to CSE, referral to Child Protective Services, or a referral to the Erie County Persons in Need of Supervision (PINS) Diversion program, if appropriate.

SICKNESSA student who is absent due to a communicable disease will be readmitted only when all symptoms have subsided. A medical evaluation/note from a Health Care Provider is required before returning to school. Please contact your child’s school nurse for further direction.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION EXCUSESAll students are required to take physical education. Requests to be excused from elementary levels (Grades K-5) physical education classes for one week or less may be made with a note from the parent or a Health Care Provider. Exemptions beyond one week must be made in writing by a Health Care Provider. All requests to be excused from secondary level (Grades 6-12) physical education classes must be made in writing by a Health Care Provider.

HOME INSTRUCTIONAny student who will be absent from school for a lengthy period of time (typically one week at the elementary level and two weeks at the secondary level) because of illness or injury may be eligible for home instruction. Elementary students receive up to one hour of instruction each day and secondary students up to two hours. Parents should notify the school nurse at the elementary level and the school counselor at the secondary level immediately upon learning that a child faces prolonged absence. For further information about the Home Instruction program, please contact the Office of Special Programs at 250-1236.

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Sweet Home Community Education Is Now Accepting Electronic Checks and Credit Cards!!

Sweet Home Community Education is pleased to announce our new online payment processing system, PaySchools. This program lets residents pay for fees including Sweet Home Community Education programs online.

What is PaySchools?PaySchools is a browser-based windows application containing an Internet component that gives residents flexibility and control over paying their community education related fees by electronic check or credit card.

How does it work?Residents can pay for programs online at their convenience by accessing the PaySchools system through the school’s web site,

www.sweethomeschools.org. Residents have the option to directly debit the funds from their bank account (electronic check) by entering their bank’s ABA routing number and their personal bank account number, or you can make purchases with their VISA, MasterCard or Discover credit card. After making a purchase, an e-mail receipt will immediately be sent to the resident confirming their purchase(s). PaySchools does not save or store bank or credit card information to ensure privacy and security for users.

The first time you access PaySchools, you will be asked to create a username and password. After you login, simply select the item(s) you wish to purchase then choose to pay by e-check or credit card. To pay by e-check (directly debiting your bank account), you will enter your bank’s ABA routing number and personal bank account number. To make your purchase by credit card, enter the account number and expiration date for your VISA, MasterCard or Discover credit card. After you complete your purchase, an e-mail confirmation and receipt will immediately be sent to you. PaySchools uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) software, requires passwords throughout the program, and does not store personal bank or credit card information to ensure privacy and security for users.

Benefits for residents:· Convenience – make purchases 24 hours a day/7 days a week· Control – eliminate lost checks or cash· Timely — credits payments to student’s account instantly· User friendly — processes both e-checks and credit cards· Secure — ensures private and secure transmission· Accessible — view purchases and payments online

Contact Sweet Home Community Education at 250-1424 for more information.

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Get Fit at Sweet Home!!Sweet Home High School Fitness Center1901 Sweet Home Road • Next to High School Pool

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Community Education Fall semester September 26 - December 21



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This 6-week online course will teach you the basics of the Spanish language, from the alphabet and numbers to forming sentences with verbs and adjectives. You will learn written and spoken Spanish with emphasis on the Latin American pronunciation and accent. This course is per-fect for people in the work-ing world who interact with a Spanish-speaking public and would like to gain basic intro-level Spanish communication skills. Also great for anyone looking to learn basic Spanish for personal use at a relaxed pace from home. Each lesson includes a written transcript (in Microsoft Word) and interactive audio files (in mp3 format) to accompany each section of the lesson. A CD-Rom containing the audio files for all lessons will be mailed to each student following registration for the course. Each written lesson in Microsoft Word will be sent via e-mail to each student prior to the beginning of the new week throughout the 6 weeks. A short mid-term review assignment will be sent and handed in via e-mail midway through the course. Requirements for the course: CD-Rom drive, internet access, e-mail, ability to receive MS Word documents via e-mail attachments and the ability to play and listen to mp3 audio files. Please include your e-mail address when registering.

Dates: Course begins week of 9/26Course fee: $65Instructor: Tiffany Scott

BEGINNER SPANISH ONLINE

This 6-week online course is a continuation of material following Beginner Spanish Online. It includes past tenses of verbs, subjunctive tense, future tense, extended vocabu-lary, commands, adverbs and other intricacies of the Span-ish language. Each lesson includes a written transcript (in Microsoft Word) and interactive audio files (in mp3 format) to accompany each section of the lesson. A CD-Rom containing the audio files for all lessons will be mailed to each student following registration for the course. Each written lesson in Microsoft Word will be sent via e-mail to each student prior to the beginning of the new week throughout the 6 weeks. A short mid-term review assignment will be sent and handed in via e-mail midway through the course. Requirements for the course: CD-Rom drive, internet access, e-mail, ability to receive MS Word documents via e-mail attachments and the ability to play and listen to mp3 audio files. Additional requirements for this course are Beginner Spanish proficiency, preferably having first taken the Beginner Spanish Online course. Please include your e-mail address when registering.


INTERMEDIATE SPANISH ONLINE

This 6-week online course is perfect for anyone traveling to a Spanish-speaking area. It focuses on terminology, conver-sational material, and questions and phrases pertinent to travel and activities. Topics such as the airport, the hotel, the bank, medical emergencies and tour-ist activities are covered. No familiarity of Spanish neces-sary. Each lesson includes a written transcript (in Microsoft Word) and interactive audio files (in mp3 format) to ac-company each section of the lesson. A CD-Rom containing the audio files for all lessons will be mailed to each student following registration for the course. Each written lesson in Microsoft Word will be sent via e-mail to each student prior to the beginning of the new week throughout the 6 weeks. A short mid-term review assign-ment will be sent and handed in via e-mail midway through the course. Requirements for the course: CD-Rom drive, in-ternet access, e-mail, ability to receive MS Word documents via e-mail attachments and the ability to play and listen to mp3 audio files.


SPANISH FOR TRAV-EL ONLINE

This 6-week online course will teach you the basics in health care terminology and communication with Spanish-speaking clients in the health care setting. Taught with the Latin American pronunciation and accent, this course is perfect for doctors, nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists, and anyone who interacts with a Spanish-speaking public in the healthcare setting. Emphasis will include vocabulary of organs and body systems, hospital terminology, diseases and conditions, pertinent questions about medical history, and how to give simple commands such as when performing a physical exam. Each lesson includes a written transcript (in Microsoft Word) and interactive audio files (in mp3 format) to accompany each section of the lesson. A CD-Rom containing the audio files for all lessons will be mailed to each student following registra-tion for the course. Each written lesson in Microsoft Word will be sent via e-mail to each student prior to the beginning of the new week throughout the 6 weeks. A short mid-term review assignment will be sent and handed in via e-mail midway through the course. Students will be able to correspond with the instructor via e-mail freely throughout the duration of the course. Requirements for the course: Intro-level Spanish knowl-edge, CD-Rom drive, internet access, e-mail, ability to receive MS Word documents via e-mail attachments and the ability to play and listen to mp3 audio files. Please include your e-mail address when registering.

Dates: Course begins week of 9/26 • Course fee: $70 • Instructor: Tiffany Scott

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Introduction to PC TroubleshootingAre you ready to dive under the hood of your PC? Introduction to PC Troubleshooting takes you step by step through the typical hardware and operating system problems encountered by technicians, and teaches you troubleshooting techniques to decipher any problem and gives you the skills you need to solve them. Once you’ve mastered the basics, the course launches into some of the more advanced and nasty problems that sometimes crop up in the PC, teaching you how to diag-nose and fix those problems. Fi-nally, this course will show you how to maintain and optimize a Windows PC. So what are you waiting for? Let’s troubleshoot - and fix - some PCs! 12 lessons: $59


Secrets of Better PhotographyDesigned for both film and digital photographers, this course is filled with tips and tricks to help you take better photographs. You’ l l learn the basic technology that all cameras use, and you’ll receive helpful information on exposure and lighting. You’ll also explore strategies for taking excellent photos in all types of situations, including portraiture, landscape, macro and still life. 12 lessons: $69

Fundamentals of Technical WritingLearn the skills you need to succeed in the well-paying f ield of technical writ ing. You’ll discover the secrets of successful technical writers, including technical writing conventions, interviewing skills, documentation management, publishing and formatting techniques, and how to get your first job as a technical writer. 12 lessons: $69Digital Photography DISCOVER!Join us and explore the world of digital photography! This course provides an introduc-tion to the fascinating tech-nology that is catapulting the photographic world into the 21st century. We’ll discuss the basics of digital photography, equipment, software, the digital darkroom, printing, Internet and e-mail use, along with commer-cial and personal applications. You’ll learn what you need, what you can do, and what you can expect to invest. Whether you’re new to photography or a long-time professional looking for a complement to traditional photography, this class will provide an introduction to new opportunities for putting digital photography to use. 12 lessons: $69

Effective Business WritingDo you have a nagging suspi-cion that a small improvement in your writing skills might also improve your career prospects? Don’t let small gaps in your business writing skills prevent you from reaching your full po-tential! It doesn’t matter wheth-er you’re a clerical worker, an engineer, or an executive. If you communicate with others in writing, this course can help you identify and eliminate prob-lem areas. By the end of this course, you’ll know the secret to developing powerful written documents that immediately draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue until your very last, well-chosen word. 12 lessons: $69

Becoming a Grant Writing ConsultantGood grant writing consultants are always in demand. Learn how you can use a basic knowl-edge of grant or proposal writ-ing to become an expert in the red-hot grant consulting field. This is one field where your creative writing skills can touch thousands of people and liter-ally make a difference in their quality of life. 12 lessons: $69

Start and Operate your own Home-Based BusinessHome-based businesses are the hottest business trend of the decade! Learn how to be your own boss and eliminate the stress of having a job. The benefits of working from home are endless! Earn what you deserve, be independent, have tax deductions, do away with traffic, office politics and more! Learn how to develop the entre-preneurial qualities - motivation, discipline, creativity - that you will need to succeed! This class is a great way to start your own business or enhance the one you already have. 12 lessons: $69

Administrative Assistant FundamentalsRapid growth in the health, legal services, data process-ing, management, public re-lations, and other industries have created many new job opportunities for administra-tive assistants. This course will help you discover and master the essentials of managerial and staff support, information and records management, communications technology, travel and meeting coordina-tion, space planning, and office ergonomics. You’ll become an indispensable member of your team by identifying op-portunities and implementing solutions to turn your office into a high productivity machine. This course will also help you prepare for the internationally recognized Certified Profes-sional Secretary (CPS) and Certified Administrative Profes-sional (CAP) exams offered by the International Association of Administrative Professionals. 12 lessons: $69


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Beginning Stained Glass HS Art Room 406Students are introduced to the “copper foil/Tiffany style”. They learn al l the basic construction techniques in this method of stained glass. This is a hands-on course. Students can complete up to four sun catchers within six weeks. Dave Sack has taught at the State University at Buffalo for ten years, and owned Papillion Glassworks for twenty-one years.Start Dates: Sept. 13, Nov. 1 (6 weeks) 7-10pm • $70

Advanced Stained Glass HS Art Room 406In this workshop, students apply what they learned in the beginner ’s course to more complex projects, such as lamps, larger panels, windows, three dimensional objects (jewelry boxes, card holders, candleholders etc.). Just about anything in stained glass can be accomplished (no fusing). Students will also be taught different methods of construction, and the use of more advanced tools.Start Dates: Sept. 15, Nov. 3 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $70

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Embroidery Around the World HS Room 105Experience making a wide variety of embroidery styles including brazilian embroidery, s i l k r i bbon embro ide ry, shadow embroidery to name a few. Quilters can apply these beautiful stitches to create a unique square - low cabin, crazy quilt, double wedding ring and many more. Beginners will have to purchase a kit, available in class, for $15.Start Dates: Sept. 14, Nov. 2 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $70

Knitting and Crocheting HS Art Room 406This class takes you from the basics to the very advanced techniques. You will learn how to read a pattern, create your own designs, do professional finishing and much more. Bring 4-ply yarn, #8 knitting needle and #5 crochet hook. This class welcomes students from beginners to the very advanced.Start Dates:Sept. 12, Oct. 31 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $70

Computer WorkshopsInstructor: Paul Bauer

Photoshop IPhotographic Techniques HS Room 310This workshop covers the basic operation of Adobe Photoshop needed to edit photographic images for size, resolution, color correction, sharpness etc. We then add enhancements such as toning, hand-coloring and simple borders. The class starts with a review of computer operation including file loading, saving, CD burning etc. The workshop is structured with weekly step-by-step instruction, projects and homework. Work with my images or your own. A small package of blank CD-R’s or a USB Flash Drive is required.Start Dates: Sept. 14, Nov. 3 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $80

Photoshop II Advanced Techniques (HS Room 310)This workshop continues our mastery of Adobe Photoshop. It picks up where Photoshop I leaves off, and gets usinvolved with basic filters, layers, masks, and advanced tools and techniques. Everyone is encouraged to burn thelessons and homework to a CD, and take them home and practice them on their own computer. Students need asmall package of blank CD-R’s or a USB Flash Drive, along with Photoshop I experience.Start Dates: Sept. 12, Oct. 31 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $80

Photoshop III - Third Level HS Room 310This workshoppicks up where Photoshop I & II leave off. We cover more advanced techniques such as Layer Blend Modes, Cutom Brushes, Extraction, History Brush, Vector Graphics, Advanced Sharpen ing Techn iques , Liquidfy, and many more. Once again, all of the exercises that we work with in this workshop are practical tasks that photographers need to accomplish on a regular basis. Students need a small package of blank CD-R’s or a USB Flash Drive, along with Photoshop I and II experience.Start Dates: November 1 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $80

Photoshop IVImage Prep. & Artistic Rendering HS Room 310This workshop draws on all of the experience we acquired in Photoshop I and II. In this workshop, we produce images that are similar to an artists interpretation. We start with original photographic images, and then break them down into their component parts, modify each of them, and then reassemble them into artistic renderings of the originals. Students need a small package of blank CD-R’s or a USB Flash Drive, along with Photoshop I and II experience.Start Dates: September 13 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $80


Photography WorkshopsInstructor: Paul Bauer

Basic PhotographyDigital & Traditional HS Room 310This time-tested workshop has introduced thousands of students to the world of photography for more than twenty years. It provides all the fundamentals you need to know in both the traditional and digital worlds. Lectures cover traditional subjects such as films, apertures, shutters, depth-of-field, f/16 rule, etc, as well as digital topics such as resolution, file formats, memory cards, preparing images for printing etc. Aesthetics and composition are covered in the Field Trip Workshops. No prior photographic knowledge is assumed.Start Dates: Sept. 15, Nov. 2 (6 weeks)7-10pm • $70

Basic Photography IIHS Room 310This workshop is a continuation of Basic Photography. It’s designed for those who want to know more about the principles of photography and a greater in-depth knowledge of the operating modes and controls on their camera. Aesthetics and composition are covered in the Field Trip Workshops. Requires “Basic Photography - Digital & Traditional.”Start Dates: November 5 (6 weeks)1-4pm • $70

Night Photography HS Room 310Produce stunning night shots of Buffalo and W.N.Y. from some of the best spots around. Field trips coincide with events and typically occur on Tues., Thurs., Fri., and Sun. evenings. A tripod and cable release are needed.

Start Dates: September 17** (6weeks) 7-10pm • $70** First class will meet from 1-4pm on September 17, remaining class schedule will be set during that time.


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Field Trip WorkshopsAll Field Trip Workshops consist of one lecture period followed by five field trip sessions to various locations. The Aerial Photography workshop is the exception, with one lecture period, a separate one-hour plane flight, and a follow-up classroom session. Most Field Trip Workshops are only taught one time during each year. Workshops include weekly print critiques, a social get-together, in-class photo challenges,

final class print judging, and website print displays. Students provide their own transportation for all workshops. Digital and tradit ional photographers we lcome. I ’ ve l i f ted the requirements for some of the workshops, so that beginning photographers (snapshooters) who prefer getting started with hands-on workshops can participate. All classes taught by Paul Bauer.

Architectural Photography HS Room 310Photographic tours of the Grain Elevator District, Allentown, Canal District and First Ward, Downtown Buffalo Buildings, Lighthouse, Lockport area and more. May also meet on Sat. or Sun. afternoons. Start Times: November 6** • 6 sessions 1-4pm • $70** Actual field trip class will meet on Saturday and/or Sunday afternoons, but first class will meet from 9am - 12pm on November 5, remaining class schedule will be set during that time.

Autumn Photography HS Room 310Incorporate fall color in pictures of s t reams & water fa l ls , scenic vistas, farms & rural countrysides along with wild mushrooms and seasonal Autumn activities. While waiting for the Fall colors to arrive, we keep ourselves busy with Countryside Photography activities. Meets Sat. and/or Sun.Start Times: Sept. 18** • 6 sessions 1-4pm • $70** Actual field trip class will meet on Saturday and/or Sunday afternoons, but first class will meet from 9am - 12pm on September 17, remaining class schedule will be set during that time.


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BEGINNER PINOCHLE

Always wanted to, but never learned how to play pinochle? Here’s your chance to learn how to play this great pastime. Please bring a deck of new Pinochle cards and a score pad with you to class. Limit of 5 people per class.

Fee ......................No ChargeSession IWed./Thurs. Sept. 28-297 to 8:30pm

Session IIWed./THurs. Nov. 2-37 to 8:30pm

High School Senior LoungeInstructor: Chuck Minnich

POWER PINOCHLE

Enjoy playing Pinochle? Learn how to combine all the aspects of this great pastime into a well-tuned game. Please bring a deck of new Pinochle cards and a score pad with you to class. Limit of 5 people per class.

Fee ......................No ChargeSession ITues./Wed. Oct. 18-197 to 8:30pm

Session IITues./Wed. Nov 15-167 to 8:30pm

High School Senior LoungeInstructor: Chuck Minnich

COMPARISON SHOPPINGLearn all about couponing and find out which stores offer the best deals on everyday home supplies.

Please choose which session you plan on attending.

Fee ......................No Charge7 to 8:30pmThursday, October 13

8:30 to 10:00amSaturday, November 12

7 to 8:30pmMonday, December 5

High School Room 100Instructor: Chuck Minnich

We are offering our Blue and Gold Specials to Sweet Home residents as they are meeting with such a positive response. We do have to limit the number of participants due to room size or a request by the instructor. There will sometimes be a course that you will be required to pay a fee to the instructor for the cost of supplies. Pre-registration in required on all Blue and Gold Specials.

ACRYLIC/OIL PAINTING & PASTELS

If you would like to try your skills in painting with acrylic, oil or pastels or if you are already in this media and want to improve your techniques, join us for an evening of fun and creativity. Individual help will be offered to each student, especially beginners. During this course, the instructor will demonstrate new and old techniques, which will include the new medium using water with oil painting instead of turpentine. We will be reviewing perspective in drawing and also profiles in portraits. The first night I will let the beginners know what they will need and the others should bring any supplies they wish to use.

Fee .................$70 (9 weeks)Monday, September 19th to November 21stNo class on October 10th.6:30-9:30 pm High School Art Studio IIInstructor:Winnie Gilham


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HOW TO MAKE GLASS BEADS

Turn hot cool stuff! Join glass artisan Vicki Schneider at her beautiful studio for a introduc-tory class in glass beadmaking. In just 3 hours you will make your own one-of-a-kind glass beads and enter the mystical and ancient world of “lamp-working”. This workshop will introduce you to the art of safely melting and manipulating soft glass. During the class most students will create from 3-6 colorful beads they can later turn into jewelry.

Vicki’s studio is located at 3333 Lake Shore Rd. (Route 5), near the Woodlawn Beach and eas-ily accessible from the Thruway and Milestrip Road.

Class fee ncludes 3 hours of instruction, all glass, tools, and materials, plus one hour compli-mentary studio time to be used within 30 days of your class.

Fee ...................$65 (1 Night)Saturday, October 1st 1:30 to 4:30pm

Expressive Glass Studio3333 Lake Shore RoadBuffalo, NY 14219Instructor:Vicki Schneider

For further information, please visit www.expressiveglass.com

FUN WITH FUSING

Make beautiful jewelry or decorative items from colorful p ieces of g lass you cut , arrange, and heat together in a kiln. Create your own design or follow one of our project templates. Choose to make two pendants, a pair of earrings, two refrigerator magnets, one suncatcher, one glass tile, or one night-light. Additional fee for extra projects, multiple firings (if required), and dichroic glass.

You can pick up your project after i t ’s been fused and annealed (heated and cooled gradually to remove thermal stress) or I can mail it to you for an additional fee. If your project requires a bail, earring backs, magnet or night-light assembly, complete it on a Saturday morning, the second or fourth Wednesday evening of the month, or by appointment.

Classes are held at Expressive Glass at 3333 Lake Shore Rd (Rte 5), Buffalo, near the Woodlawn Beach. The studio is easily accessible from the Thruway and Milestrip Rd.

Fee ...................$60 (1 Night)Sunday, October 16th1:30 to 4pm

Thursday, October 27th6:00 to 8:30pm

BEGINNER QUILTING TABLE RUNNER

Students will be learning basic quilting skills (cutting, piecing, quilt ing, free motion, and binding) to create a beautiful seasonal table runner. You will be learning basic quilting terminology, tools, and sewing. $20 kit fee (includes all fabric, batting and thread) to be paid to instructor first night of class.

Finished Size: 18” x 50”

Required Supplies: • Sewing machine (in good working order) • Bobbin• Needles size 80 and 70 (bring extra if one breaks)• Seam ripper• Stylis (optional) • Rotary cutter (if you have one)• Rotary Mat (if you have one)• Small iron mat (if you have one)• Small iron (if you have one)• Small thread cutting scissors• Straight pins• Safety/quilting pins • Pencil and paper for note keeping Kit Includes: 1/4 yd Printed fabric1-1/2 yd Background fabric 1/4 yd Binding1-1/2 yd Thermal Batting Thread

Fee .................$30 (2 Nights)Thursday, October 20Thursday, Octover 276:30-9:30pm

Vergils Communty Center of Sweet Home High SchoolInstructor:Pam Pandolfi


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WILLS, TRUSTS & ESTATES

The class will discuss and provide examples of the practical aspects of wills, trusts and estate planning for individuals and family units.

The purpose of the class is to inform an attendee of the numerous options that may be utilized to pass on their estate and minimize taxation of such.

Fee ...................$12 (1 Night)Thursday, November 10th6:30-8pmHigh School Room 102Instructor:Jeffrey Haxton, CFPSgroi Financial

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES

IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH!

Free Classes in ConversationFor Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Level Students

Day/time: Classes begin September 6th to December 22nd6:30 pm to 9 pm

Classes are held Monday and Wednesday for beginners and advanced level students; Tuesdays & Thursday for intermediates.

Sweet Home High SchoolRoom 109Enter through “Student Services” Door

No registration is necessary, just walk-in! For information, please contact 822-3333.

A test will be given to determine the level of study.

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED

Earn a high school equivalency diploma in a self-paced program you may enter and complete at any time. A pre-test determines your strength and weaknesses in five subject areas, allowing you to focus your efforts.

For any questions or to find where classes are offered, please call the BOCES office at 821-7500.

INCREASE YOUR RETIREMENT BY AVOIDING COSTLY PLANNING MISTAKES

This is an educational class on protecting your wealth only. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes that could decrease your personal wealth by 10 to 15 percent. Learn how to possibly increase spendable income by 10 to 20 percent.

• Missing tax deductions• What plans have you and your family made for rising health costs• Avoid incorrect Estate Planning• Secret Stuff your trusted advisors kept hidden from you until now!• Avoid paying costly probate mistakes• Avoid being overcharged by your trusted advisors• Learn what is exempt from a nursing home event. • Set up goals to protect your financial future.

Fee ...................$12 (1 Night)Monday November 7th6-8pmHigh School Room 102Instructor:Lester Robinson, CLTC

SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING 101

This class will cover what everyone needs to know about Social Security. Often when one is planning to retire he/she ponders will my Social Security be taxed? When should I take Social Security? Will my spouse receive benefits? Can I receive benefits from an ex-spouse? Will working affect my Social Security Benefit? Get the answers to these questions and more, to help make the best Social Security decision for you!

Fee ...................$12 (1 Night)Wednesday, October 5th6:30 to 8:00 pmHigh School - Room 107Instructor:Jeffrey Haxton, CFPSgroi Financial

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ENHANCING YOUR BENEFITS THROUGH PENSION MAXIMIZATION

Pensions often have 12 different options you can choose from. This seminar covers the differences between those options and based on your own individual characteristics (your health, goals/needs for that money, if that is your primary source of income or a supplement, who is offering the pension, marital status etc) which pension option will be the best for you. Pensions are often the largest retirement benefit someone has and once you elect a pension option you are generally not to change it. This course helps you choose the best option with confidence.

Fee ...................$12 (1 night)Monday, October 24th6:30 to 8:00pmHigh School - Room 102Instructors:James Fox, CFPAXA Advisors

ADDRESSING LONG TERM CARE

Planning for your long term care involves making sure you have the level of care you want, while living at the location best suited for your needs and wishes and also that it is paid for efficiently. This workshop covers long term care expenses, what Medicaid and Medicare will and won’t pay for. We also go through ways to plan ahead to protect your assets (investment, home etc.) in the event you or your spouse need greater care. This applies to you whether that care is in your home, at an assisted living location or nursing home. We will cover the pros and cons to each planning option so you can decide which approach is best for you. Fee ...................$12 (1 night)Monday, October 17th6:30 to 8:30pmHigh School - Room 102Instructors:James Fox, CFPAXA Advisors

EMOTIONAL RELEASE FOR INNER PEACE

Inner peace is impossible to maintain while we still hold on to the very feelings and beliefs that keep us from being peaceful to begin with. Trapped negative emotions like fear, anger and sorrow can disrupt flow of vital energy in our bodies and actually sabotage our inner peace. In this single evening course, you will learn simple yet effective techniques for getting in touch with, understanding, accepting and releasing the emotions that keep us from ourselves. Nobody wants to suffer. Come learn to rest in the peaceful state of loving acceptance that is our true nature.

Fee ..................$29 (1 Night\)Monday, October 24th6:30-9pmMaryvale High School Room 2781050 Maryvale DriveInstructor: Jesse Wicher

SELF-GROWTH & THE ART OF SINGING

Professional singer, voice teacher and holistic health practitioner, Jesse Wicher, will share with you the wonderful life-lessons he has learned through the study of singing. Through lecture and examples, you will explore with him the profound relationship between breath, body and voice, and personal growth. Highlights include: “Singing with your own voice,” “Getting out of the way”, and “Letting go of judgments”. This engaging, one-evening course is perfect for singers, artists, and anyone wishing to create more freedom and joy in their life - NO SINGING REQUIRED! Come and learn what good singing can teach you about good living!

Fee ..................$29 (1 Night\)Monday, December 5th6:30-9pmMaryvale High School Room 2781050 Maryvale DriveInstructor: Jesse Wicher


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PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT & MEDIUMSHIP

Think you’re not psychic? Think again! Each one of us isborn with an innate sensitivity to the world of energy within and aroundus. By learning how to pay attention toand trust the subtle impressions we all get, we can gain amazingly accurateinsights into the questions of our lives and the lives of others. During this five-week course, you will buildconfidence in your natural abilities through engaging, skill-building exercisesand will practice exchanging healing and empowering messages with yourclassmates. Come experience the freedomand fun of opening to your inner gifts as you grow in your spiritualconnection.

Fee .................$99 (5 Nights)Wednesdays, September 28th - October 26th7 -9 pmMaryvale High School Room 2781050 Maryvale DriveCheektowagaInstructor:Jesse Wicher

HEALING WITH ENERGY

Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy remedy for headaches, wanting to increase your vitality or seeking healing for a chronic condition, this class has something for you! In this engaging, hands-on course, you will work with healing tools and techniques from a variety of practices such as acupressure, auric-field healing, toning, chi gong and long-distance healing. Topics include the power of intent, using your intuition and mastering the mind/body/spirit connection. This course is ideal for healing professionals wishing to expand their tools as well as for individuals who want to open to powerfully exper ience thei r heal ing potential.

Fee .................$99 (5 Nights)Thursdays, September 29th - October 27th7-9pmMaryvale High School Room 2781050 Maryvale DriveInstructor: Jesse Wicher

MEDITATION FOR RELAXATION & PERSONAL HEALINGDo you suffer from stress,anxiety or sleeplessness-- or even high blood-pressure or hypertension? Does your mind never stop going? Meditation can help! Meditation is a simple, easy to learnpractice that involves focusing your thoughts and your breathing to help yourelax into the present moment. Studiesshow that regular meditation can help promote increased mental clarity andemotional balance, reduce the physical effects of stress, and create a greatersense of well-being. In this interactivecourse, you will learn the empowering concepts and techniques for successfulpersonal meditation and will find support in crafting your own meditationregimen. Come experience for yourselfthe abundance of inner peace, personal health and spiritual connection that comefrom meditation.

Fee .................$99 (5 Nights)Tuesdays, September 27th - October 25th7-9pmMaryvale High School Room 2781050 Maryvale DriveInstructor: Jesse Wicher

REIKI CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Becomea certified Reiki healer. During thesein-depth sessions, you will delve deeply into the ancient Japanese art ofhands-on energy healing. Learn tochannel and direct Universal Life Force Energy to help reduce stress, increasevitality and correct physical, mental and emotional imbalances. Each course level provides training, coursematerials, attunement and hands-on experience of advanced techniques useful forhealing yourself, family and friends or for establishing your own Reikipractice. Come experience thelife-transforming power of Reiki.

Fee ................................ $149Reiki Level I CertificationSaturday, October 1st9am - 3pm

Fee ................................ $175Reiki Level II CertificationSaturday, October 22nd9am - 3pm

Maryvale High School Room 2781050 Maryvale DriveCheektowagaInstructor:Jesse Wicher

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PEE WEE FLOOR HOCKEY (AGES 4-6)

In this non-competitive co-ed program, kids will be taught basic skills of hockey. These skills include stick handling, passing and shooting. Players use a soft ended floor hockey stick and a foam ball. The idea is to have fun and make friends while learning the sport of floor hockey. No prior experience is necessary. All players are required to have a mouthguard, and should have shin guards.

Fee .................................. $69Wednesdays6:15-7pmNovember 9th to December 14th

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YOUTH FLOOR HOCKEY (AGES 7-12)

This program provides a safe and fun environment for boys and girls to get together, make friends and learn the basic skills and principles involved in the game of hockey. Skills such as stick handling, passing and shooting will be taught followed by a scrimmage. All players are required to have a mouthguard, and should have shin guards.

Fee .................................. $69Wednesdays7-8pmNovember 9th to December 14th

Middle School GymInstructor:Kids Choice Sports

FLAG FOOTBALLAGES 7-12

This coed program was designed to introduce the young athlete to the sport of flag football through skill development and small group games. In this fast paced, non-contact program, kids will learn the fundamentals involved in the game of flag football. Skills such as passing, receiving, kicking and running patterns will be taught, followed by a fun scrimmage. A mouthguard is required.

Fee .................................. $69Fridays7:15-8:15pmSeptember 30th to November 4thHigh School Turf RoomInstructor:Kids Choice Sports

LITTLE SLUGGERS INTRO TO TEE BALLAGES 3-6

This class is perfect for boys and girls who would like to learn the basics of tee ball. In this parent- participation program, you and your child will work together on drills to learn catching, fielding, throwing, batting, and running bases. Emphasis will be placed on fun and recreation in this non-competitive, coed program. A tee shirt is included in the program fee.

Fee .................................. $69Fridays6:15-7pmSeptember 30th to November 4th

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MICHAEL PHELPS SWIM SCHOOLMichael Phelps Swim School (MPSS) is a learn-to-swim program for ALL ages and abilities! Swim classes include personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, personal growth, and rescue skills. The top priority of the MPSS curriculum is to insure that each participant has an opportunity to become comfortable, confident and safe in and around the water.

Warm Water • Classes for children 6 months & up • Classes based on both age & ability • Small Group Lessons, and Private & Semi-Private Instruction available • Swim Team available for more advanced swimmers • Independent Health FlexFit Cards Accepted.

For more information, including class schedules, descriptions & video clips, and to register online, see www.MPSSny.com. We are also on Facebook, www.facebook.com/MPSSny

TAE KWON DO & SELF DEFENSE

Work on your fitness and dis-cipline while learning valuable self defense skills in a friendly, structured environment. No prior experience or skills re-quired. Instructors are third degree black belts in multiple disciplines and have over 4 de-cades of combined experience in the martial arts. Minimum age is 8 (exceptions on an individual basis). Wear com-fortable clothing and sneakers or bare feet.

Fee .............$60 (10 classes)Session I - YOUTHMondays & Wednesdays6 to 7pmSept. 19th to Oct. 26thNo class October 10thSession II - YOUTHMondays & Wednesdays6 to 7pmOctober 31st to November 30th

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Instructor: Barry Donohue

IDEA BUILDERS’ LEGO CLUB

Idea Builders’ Lego Club is dedicated to nurturing your child’s creative and critical thinking through a program of fun, inspiring activities using Legos.

Our program is designed to help participants grow in curiosity, explore their world, and develop their individual learning potential while having fun and making new friends.

Our themes are broad and conta in age-appropr ia te exposure to the arts and architecture, as well as scientific and mathematical concepts which will inspire our Lego builders to reach new creative potential.

Our innovative program stresses learning through creative play, hands-on learning and social interaction.

A different theme is introduced weekly so that each session offers builders a completely new experience.

All programs are created and led by a NYS certified teacher with 10+ years of classroom experience.

We provide thousands of Legos for hours of creative fun!

Fee .................. $45 (4 weeks)Glendale ElementaryTuesdays 3:00-4:00 pmOct. 4th to Oct. 25th

Heritage HeightsTuesdays 3:00-4:00 pmNov. 1st to Nov. 29thNo class Nov. 8th

Maplemere ElementaryWednesdays 3:00-4:00 pmNov. 2nd to Nov. 23rd

Willow Ridge ElementaryWednesdays 3:00-4:00 pmOct. 5th to Oct. 26th

Instructors: Idea BuildersKatie Struckman & Jen Zakrzewski

GIRLS BASKETBALL INSTRUCTIONAL CLINIC

For all levels of experience. Grades 3-12. All instruction will be conducted by Yvette Angel, former WNBA player & coach. 1 1/2 hours of fundamental instruction

Fee .................................. $80 Grades 3-7Sundays, 3:00-4:30pmSept. 18th to Nov. 5thNo class October 9thGrades 8-12Sundays, 3:00-4:30pmSept. 18th to Nov. 5thNo class October 9th

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Instructor: Yvette Angel



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CHILD AND BABYSITTING SAFETY COURSE

The child and babysitting safety course from the American Safety and Health Institute will teach all students everything they need to be a great babysitter. This fun, interactive course teaches first aid and safety skills so they can prevent and respond to emergencies. As an American Safety and Health Institute trained babysitter, they will gain confidence and valuable employment skills to impress parents. Targeted for students 11-15 years old, the course is held over two 2.5 hour training sessions. Students who successfully complete the program will receive a babysitter’s text, starter package and certification card.

Fee ...........................................$49 (2 classes)WednesdayOctober 19th & 26th3:45 - 6:15 pmMiddle School Multipurpose RoomInstructor: Tim Miller - American Safety & Health Institute

DRIVER EDUCATION

Sweet Home Community Education offers this course, geared to high school students as a service to the community. Participants must be 16 years old by September 24, 2016 and possess a valid New York State Learner’s Permit or License.

Satisfactory completion necessitates mandatory attendance of 24 hours of vehicle and 24 hours of classroom instruction, as well as successfully passing the classroom and in-car segment of the course. Upon completion, the students will achieve a Student Certificate of Completion. Attendance is required for all classroom and driving sessions. Students WILL NOT be permitted to miss more than 3 classroom and car sessions combined. Missed sessions must be made up through arrangements made with the instructor.

Registration will take place at: Norman Vergils Community Center

(Located in Sweet Home High School -Enter Building through Door #6)

1901 Sweet Home Road, Amherst

PLEASE BRING PERMIT/LICENSE TO BE PHOTCOPIED WHEN YOU REGISTER!

Driving and classroom schedules will be distributed at this time.

Checks are to be made payable to Sweet Home Community Education and are due the day of registration.

Fee .............................$425 Sweet Home StudentsFee ..........................$455 Out of District StudentsSaturday, September 24th to January 328th (Times Vary)(No class 11/26, 12/24, or 12/31)High SchoolInstructor:AAA of Buffalo and Western New York

LEARN TO SWIMAges 5 and up

The abil i ty to swim is so important for a child’s safety, physical f i tness and self-confidence. Sweet Home Aquatics (SHAQ) offers a multi-level program for children of all ages and skill levels. This Red Cross affiliated program offers a low student to instructor ratio, ensuring your swimmer’s safety and maximizing his/her development. Each class session is 45 minutes in length. ALL SHAQ Learn to Swim classes are held in the state-of-the-art Sweet Home High School pool. We pride ourselves on providing a caring, nurturing, yet challenging environment for every swimmer.

All SHAQ Learn to Swim classes take place on Saturday afternoons.

Register either through Sweet Home Community Education or at the pool on the first day of class.

Please contact Amy Kessel at (716) 444-2356 if you have any questions.

Fee .................$70 (8 weeks)

Session ISat. Noon to 12:45 pmStarts September 24th

Session IISat. 1 pm to 1:45 pmStarts September 24th

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FENCING FOR KIDSAges 7-9

This class is an introduction to the Art of Classical Foil Fencing, designed for KIDS ages 7-9. Young fencers will learn how to move, defend, and attack using a practice safety sword-in the Classical French style.

Kids in this class will be learning correct fencing form, developing appropriate fencing skills and cultivating courtesy and respect for others, as well as learning about the historical origins of this exciting sport. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN! Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace, and balance, while promoting cardiovascular fitness and increased confidence and self-esteem.

Fee .................$60 (4 weeks)Saturdays, 9-10amStarts October 8th

All equipment and instruction provided.

Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing for this class.

FENCING FOR BEGINNERS Ages 10 and Up

This class is an introduction to the Art of Classical Foil Fencing. Students will learn how to move, defend, and attack using the basic fencing weapon-the foil- in the Classical French styles.

It is a relaxed workout coupled with exposure to the historical origins of this exciting martial art. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN!

Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace, and balance, while promoting cardiovascular f i t n e s s a n d i n c r e a s e d confidence and self-esteem.

Fee .................$75 (6 weeks)Saturdays, 1 to 2:30pmStarts October 8th



BEGINNER HIGH SCHOOL FENCING Ages 14 and Up

This class is an introduction to Classical Foil Fencing designed exclusively for HIGH SCHOOL student’s ages 14 to 17.

This after school program trains students how to move, defend, and attack using the basic fencing weapon - the foil- in both the Classical and Sport styles.

In addition to exposure to the historical origins of this exciting mart ia l art , th is program introduces High School Fencers to Electric SPORT Fencing, Bouting and Competitive Team Fencing. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN!

Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace and balance while promoting cardiovascular f i t n e s s a n d i n c r e a s e d confidence and self-esteem. The program is the first in a series of training courses leading to High School team fencing competitions offered through the Fencing Center of Buffalo.

Fee .................$75 (6 weeks)Wednesdays 6:30 to 8 pmStarts September 28th



Instructor Kevin McMahon is the Director of the Fencing Center of Buffalo, a USFA-certified fencing coach, and a member of the USFA and USFCA. He has fenced and taught foil, epee and sabre for over 27 years.

Location:Fencing Center of Buffalo1050 Maryvale Drive, Cheektowaga

NOTE: THE FENCING CENTER HAS A STRICT NO REFUND POLICY.

FENCING INSTRUCTOR KEVIN MCMAHON


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LEARN GERMAN WITH EXPLOR-A-WORLD Explore the language and culture of Germany and Austria with Explor-A-World this fall! Did you know that German children receive a present as a back-to-school gift? Did you ever wonder how Haribo gummy bears are made, or what it’s like to explore a Bavarian castle? We’ll learn about these traditions and more as we discover new German vocabulary each week during the session. Our communicative approach has students engaging in German conversation from the first day of class! Join us as we learn German through games, songs, and crafts in a fun interactive class.

Our unique curriculum is based on research that shows how early language learning helps kids to develop cognitive skills that benefit overall academic achievement. Give your child a boost with Explor-A-World classes! Open to students in grades K through 5. For more information on our program, visit exploraworld.org.

Fee ................................... $55 per student (6 weeks)Willow Ridge ElementaryTuesdays 3:00-4:00pm Oct. 4th - Nov. 15th No class on Nov. 8th

Glendale ElementaryThursdays 3:00-4:00pmOct. 6th - Nov. 10th

Instructors:Explor-a-World Staff

SPANISH FOR THE ELEMENTARY YEARSGet a head start on the language by joining us for an educationally oriented curriculum that is specifically designed for the K-5 student to learn the Spanish language. This unique and exciting program features foundation vocabulary introduced through games, singing and fun activities. Students are able to compound words and begin forming simple sentences. Early introduction increases the student’s ability to absorb rather than translate the language. Join the Fun! If you have taken a CultureKids class previously, new vocabulary is introduced with each session - never a repeat. Join the fun! For more information, visit the CultureKids website at www.CultureKidsClub.com. There is a 3:30 pm late bus available. Please state which school on your registration form and if you would like the late bus!

Fee ................................... $65 per student (6 weeks)

Heritage Heights ElementaryThurs. 3:00-4:00pmOct. 20th to Dec. 8thNo class Nov. 25th & Dec. 1stWillow Ridge ElementaryThurs. 3:00-4:00pmOct. 20th to Dec. 8thNo class Nov. 25th & Dec. 1st

Glendale ElementaryWed. 3:00-4:00pmOct. 19th to Nov. 23rd

Maplemere ElementaryWed. 3:00-4:00pmOct. 19th to Nov. 23rd

Instructors:Culture Kids Teaching Team

KIDS GET COOKING CLUB FALL SPOOKTACULAR

Start off the school year and join us for a week long Kids Get Cooking Club Fall Spooktacular! During this week, you will be making all kinds of fun Fall and Halloween themed treats. And the Kids Get Cooking Club chefs find out that cooking can be creative and rons of fun! During our time together, chefs will use their math, science, reading amd interactions skills as we work to create some scary good stuff! Don’t forget you will create your own recipe book from our class creations.

Fee$48 per student

Glendale Elementary3:00-4:00pmTuesday, September 27 - Friday, September 30

Willow Ridge Elementary3:00-4:00pmTuesday, September 20 - Friday, September 23

Instructors:Michelle Monaco Unger


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COUNTRY HEAT LIVE

This country dance-inspired workout is unlike any other workout you’ve tried. It’s so simple and so much fun, you’ll always be ready for more. A high-energy, easy-to-follow, country dance-inspired workout that’s so simple anyone can do it! And it’s so much fun you’ll barely notice you’re getting a total-body workout as you work up a sweat. This low-impact workout is perfect for all fitness levels, so anybody can step right in and have a blast dancing nonstop to the hottest country hits.

Lacy Christ is a country line-dance lover, with over 10 years of dance experience, including ballroom and ballet. She is certified as a Country Heat Live! instructor, so strap on your boots and get your booty in to a class soon! Email at [email protected] with any questions.

All ages and all fitness levels welcome! No floor work in any classes. Dress comfortable, sneakers advised - but you can wear boots if you want! Win surprise guest passes and prizes!

Six 30 minute classes: $45 per personMondays at 6:30PM - low impact, slower pace, therapeutic dance for all ages!

Six 60 minute classes: $72 per personMondays at 7:00PM - high-energy, calorie blasting - still applicable for all fitness levels! All moves can be modified to amp it up or bring it down.

Sign up for both to look great for the holidays!

October 17, 24November 7, 14, 21, 28

Vergil’s Community Room at Sweet Home High School1901 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, NY 14228

TAE KWON DO & SELF DEFENSE

Work on your fitness and d isc ip l ine whi le learn ing valuable self defense skills in a friendly, structured environment. No prior experience or skills required. Instructors are third degree black belts in multiple disciplines and have over 4 decades of combined experience in the martial arts. Minimum age is 8 (exceptions on an individual basis). Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers or bare feet.

Fee .............$60 (10 classes)Session I - ADULTMondays & Wednesdays7 to 8pmSept. 19th to Oct. 26thNo class October 10thSession II - ADULTMondays & Wednesdays7 to 8pmOctober 31st to November 30th

Heritage Heights Elementary Gym

Instructor: Barry Donohue

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM

This dr iver improvement program is open to person’s 50 years of age and older. It is designed to help older person’s cont inue to be independent and mobile by increasing their awareness of age-related physical changes and improving their driving skills to compensate for these changes. Those who complete the course could qualify for a discount of up to 10% for 3 years on their automobile liability and collision insurance. If you have incurred violation points on your driving record during the past 18 months, the State of New York will subtract 4 points from your driving record. Registrants must bring their driver’s license and attend both sessions. No exceptions.

This class has a l imited enrollment and is for Sweet Home School district residents only. Pre-registrat ion is necessary. Pay course fee of $20 for AARP Members and $25 for Non-Members by check (no cash) to AARP at first session. Both dates must be attended. For information about other dates/locations call 1-888-227-7669.

Fee.......$20 AARP MembersFee..........$25 Non MembersSaturday 8:30 to 11:30amOctober 22nd and 29thBoth dates must be attended

High School Room 601Instructor:AARP Staff

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SUNDAY CRUISE ON THE ERIE CANAL SUN., OCT. 2ND $115Experience the excitement and romance of riverboat days as you cruise the ERIE CANAL aboard the COLONIAL BELLE. Cruise departs from the Fairport, NY area and travels up THE ERIE CANAL & INCLUDES A LOCK. The Colonial Belle’s narrated tour will familiarize you with the rich history and many traditional landmarks along the scenic Erie Canal traveling west between Fairport and Pittsford. Enjoy LUNCH as we cruise. The FALL COLORS are incredible and relaxing. Cameras are a must! We’ll enjoy a 3 HOUR CRUISE after we visit CASA LARGA VINEYARDS. Enjoy a fantastic unique winery experience and WINE TASTING at Casa Larga. For 35 years the Colaruotolo family has been committed to producing superior, award winning wines, and creating a unique experience for all vineyard guests - It’s a great fall visit to start our day.

CHOOSE ONE ENTRÉE:• Pulled Pork• Half Roasted Chicken• Vegetarian Pasta

Depart: TP 10:000 am EH 10:30 am

Return: EH 7:30 pm TP 8:00 pm

Please call the Sweet Home C o m m u n i t y E d u c a t i o n Department at 250-1424 or Know How Tours at 649-9694 for further information on Trip and Tours.

Departures are at the Old Seneca Mall - Tops Parking Lot (TP), 355 Orchard Park Road or the Eastern Hills Mall (EH), behind Sears Please state which location you would like to be picked up at.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT

All passengers going into Canada will be required to present proof of citizenship before boarding the coach. Anyone who cannot show proper ID to the tour escort will be denied entry onto the coach. Furthermore, there will be no refund given for the missed tour.

US and Canadian citizens who are 16 years of age and older traveling between the U.S. and Canada, will be required to present one of the following forms of ID:• Passport• Passport Card• Enhanced NYS Driver’s License • Nexus Card

U.S. and Canadian citizens who are 15 years old and under will still be allowed to travel with their birth certif icate, as wil l teens between the ages of 16-18 if they are part of an adult supervised group. Children who are not traveling with a parent, must have a notarized permission note signed by the parent. A driver’s license alone is not valid proof of citizenship.All trips are based on availability!

CHRISTMAS TEA IN AMISH COUNTRY SAT., NOV. 12TH $109Start off with JUICE & MUFFIN on the way to Geauga County, Oh for a VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS THEME TOUR. Meet the STEP ON GUIDE & begin our day with a relaxing tea in an 1891 tea parlor. Enjoy CHRISTMAS TEA with a savory sampler of finger sandwiches. Our shopping stops throughout the day include BURTON SQUARE which is decorated for the season. Lovely gift shop line this beautiful street. Visit the quaint MIDDLEFIELD BAKERY which specializes in Amish Baked Goods. Next, we visit SUNRISE FARM - a charming greenhouse decorated for the Christmas holiday and boasting with decorations, wreaths, center pieces and more! Ready for an AMISH CHRISTMAS DINNER? Get your taste buds ready for some home cooking. You will have the pleasure of eating in an Amish home. Menu includes BAKED TURKEY DINNER, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables and of course Amish pies! This experience is one you will not forget any time soon. End your day with SAMPLE CHOCOLATES at BUCKEYE CHOCOLATES - a family owned company. This store provides the best quality gourmet candies, pure rich chocolates, homemade fudges and unique treats. A fast food stop (on your own) will be made en route home.

Depart: TP 7:30 am EH 7:00 am


SINGING, RINGING & CAROLING SUN., DEC. 4TH $105Join Know How Tours and the joyous sounds of the BUFFALO CHORAL ARTS SOCIETY for the afternoon performance at ST. JOSEPH CATHEDRAL in Buffalo. This CONCERT features traditional and non-traditional Christmas Carols and Christmas performances featuring “singing, ringing & caroling”. These fantastic songs of the season will entertain you. Special group seating is included for this holiday program. We top off our holiday tour with a SIT DOWN DINNER at SALVATORE’S ITALIAN GARDENS following the 3:00 pm performance. Enjoy dinner, and holiday displays at this wonderful Western New York restaurant and entertainment facility.

CHOOSE ONE ENTRÉE:• Prime Rib Of Beef roasted to perfection-English cut• Chicken Francaise boneless chicken dredged in seasoned egg batter served with a lemon caper sauce• Fresh Salmon - poached and served with lobster dill sauce

Depart: TP 1:30 pm EH 2:00 pm


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THE CALL OF PARADISE - SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TO HAWAII OCOTBER 17 • $10 Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Hawaii? Sun-kissed beaches. Firey volcanoes. Lu’au feasts. The gracious beauty of a hula dancer. Hawai?i is all of these things and more! Come spend an evening luxuriating in the aloha of the islands as we look more deeply into the history, culture and spirituality of this remarkable part of America. Through fascinating pictures and stories, we will explore the complex past and traditions of one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

This inspiring presentation will also outline details of our 10-day spiritual tour to Hawaii this coming April. We will discuss cost and itinerary information, including our travel to the beautiful islands of Oahu and the Big Island of Hawaii. In addition to visiting Iolani Royal Palace, the Pearl Harbor Memorial, and Volcanoes National Park, we will get to meet with native kahuna shamans, experience spiritual ceremony at sacred sites, and visit the birthplace of Reiki Healing in America.

So come join us for an evening of inspiration and let the magic of Hawaii call you home to Paradise!

Date: Monday, October 5th

Time: 7-8:30pm

Location: Maryvale High School, 1050 Maryvale Dr., Cheektowaga 14225, Robert A. Binner Educational Center, Room 278.

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Sweet Home Community Education1901 Sweet Home RoadAmherst, NY 14228

IN PERSONR e g i s t r a t i o n m a y b e completed in the Community Education Office, in the district offices in north wing of the high school, daily from 9a.m. - 2p.m. BY PHONEUse your Discover Card, MasterCard or Visa beginning by calling 250-1424.

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BY MAIL You can mail registrations, along with a check, as soon as you receive your brochure. For credit card payment , inc lude card number, expiration date, security code on back of card and signature. Please make check payable and mail registration form to:

Sweet Home Community Education1901 Sweet Home RoadAmherst, NY 14228

IN PERSONR e g i s t r a t i o n m a y b e completed in the Community Education Office, in the district offices in north wing of the high school, daily from 9a.m. - 2p.m. BY PHONEUse your Discover Card, MasterCard or Visa beginning by calling 250-1424.

BY FAXFax a registration to us by dialing 250-1361. Be sure to include your credit card number, expiration date and signature.

CASH, CHECK AND MAJOR CREDIT

CARDS ARE ACCEPTED.

ON-LINE You can now pay for Community Education courses on-line. Visit www.sweethomeschools.org to learn how.

SWEET HOME CENTRAL SCHOOLS OF AMHERST & TONAWANDA

1901 Sweet Home Road • Amherst, NY 14228

BOARD OF EDUCATIONDouglas J. Galli, PresidentMichael F. Morrow, Vice-President Marianne JasenScott M. JohnsonCarol A. NowakNadine OcasioDirk D. RabenoldMackenzie Bluman, ex-officio student member

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLSAnthony J. Day

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Sweet Home Homecoming Community Day

Friday , September 23 • 5-7pm

Under the Tent!! Friday, September 23 • 5-7pm

• FREE Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Snowcones!!

• FOOD TRUCKS - J&L Boulevard BBQ, Pizza Amore, Duke’s Donuts

•Bounce Houses, Obstacle Courses, Sports Bungee,

Rock Climbing Wall, Games

• Facepainting, tatoos, arts & crafts

• Hot Dogs, Panther Merchandise

• Bring the whole family

HOMECOMING GAME - FREE OF CHARGE!SWEET HOME VS. WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH • 7PM

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