Island Park Public Schools

News & Announcements

• Recognitions and updates at the May 9 Island Park BOE meeting

  At the May 9 Island Park Board of Education meeting, several students were recognized as April Students of the Month for exemplifying risk taker qualities. Students who were honored include: Jason Hernandez-Mackorthy (kindergarten), Ryan Keenan (grade 1), Danielle Carrera-Mejia (grade 2), Sebastian Freiser (grade 3), Anaya Lee (grade 4), Delilah Gonzalez (grade 5), Vincenzo Leo (grade 6), Benjamin Torres (grade 7) and Joseph Lordi (grade 8). Francis X. Hegarty School Principal Cynthia Cameron and Lincoln Orens Middle School Principal Dr. Bruce Hoffman read teachers’ remarks about each student honoree. 

  Following student recognitions, Superintendent of Schools Vincent Randazzo expressed gratitude and appreciation as he announced two Island Park teachers for tenure, Allison Amico and Jennifer Hannon. Respectively, the two have completed their probationary period and are dedicated, accomplished teachers who have proved themselves to be outstanding elementary teachers worthy of this significant milestone.

  Mr. Randazzo then recommended two new elementary teacher appointments, Alyssa Petry and Brittany Gallipani. The Superintendent expressed his good wishes and welcomed the two to the Island Park team!

  The last portion of the Superintendent’s report included an update on the LIPA Power Plant issue by District Counsel Robert Cohen.  He shared it has been less than two weeks since the last meeting and not much has transpired except for the exchange of document drafts between LIPA counsel and special counsel in the district’s office. He indicated a final draft agreement had been sent and it is in the process of being reviewed with the board in an executive session. Cohen feels the terms are getting to the point of being well defined. He anticipates next time they meet will most likely be after the May 17 budget vote. It will then be finalized and ready to be discussed with the public. Cohen felt once it is shared with the public, everyone will have a better understanding of the provisions of the agreement as well as have an opportunity to ask questions.

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• Budget Approved

  The budget has passed. Thank you for your continued support of our schools!

   

  Yes-256

   

  No-181

   

  Congratulations to Board of Education Trustee Patricia Kelly Collins. 

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• Update on the Nassau County/LIPA Settlement Agreement

  Dear Island Park Community Members,

  On April 25, 2022, the Nassau County Legislature voted to approve a Tax Certiorari Settlement Agreement between the County and LIPA with respect to two power generating facilities in Nassau County (EF Barrett - Island Park & Glenwood Landing - North Shore). The settlement agreement goes into effect for the 2022-2023 school year. Over the next five-year period, this agreement reduces the amount of property tax LIPA pays by approximately 46.5%. The agreement is structured as a five-year glidepath which declares the property (Barrett facility) tax exempt and removed from the assessment rolls. The Assessor will now replace the current taxed property with a payment on the School Tax Bills for each tax parcel at issue. Such payment will not be a real property tax payment, but instead a “direct assessment.”

  The District has requested that the County provide information related to the potential impacts to the community, including how the settlement will impact tax rates for the other taxpayers within the community. The District has no ability to estimate how the proposed school levy will impact community tax payments without information from the County. We are continuing to work with the County and will provide this information to the community as soon as it is received.

  In order to mitigate these sharp tax increases on the community, the School District is working with LIPA and the County to soften the impact to the community during the three-four years after the settlement through ongoing negotiations related to the District’s third-party beneficiary lawsuit appeal. The District is working with special counsel to begin the preparation of a formal contract encompassing all elements of this settlement agreement.

  The School District and LIPA are working towards a resolution of this matter and hope to have terms of such resolution in the near future. When terms are finalized, we will share them with the community and explain the plan for how the funding could be used during the three-four year period after the settlement to help offset some of the burden to the taxpayers.

  We are hopeful that ongoing settlement discussions with the County and LIPA will continue and result in a positive outcome for the School District and community, to ensure we can continue to provide an educational experience that our community has come to expect for our students.

  For a review of the presentation from the April 26, 2022, Board of Education meeting, including how the District has continued to fight for our schools and community, please go to the District website:

  www.ips.k12.ny.us

  See Quick Links and select Barrett Power Plant

  Yours truly,
  The Island Park Board of Education

  • Letter to Community re LIPA-Nassau Co Settlement 4-27-22.pdf

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• STAR Summer Enrichment Program

  Dear Parents/Guardians,

  We are pleased to announce the return of a wonderful learning opportunity for students entering Kindergarten through Grade 8 this summer called the STAR Summer Enrichment Program. The funding will be provided by the American Rescue Plan (ARP) grant-in-aid awarded to the district, which enables us to bring this program to our families for free until the funds are exhausted. Students in the STAR Summer Enrichment Program will engage in inquiry-based, student-centered activities in the areas of English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Technology and Coding, to name a few. Time for physical activity will be built in so that students will be exercising their bodies as well as their minds.

  The program is open to all students and any family can register their current Grade Pre-K through Grade 7, however some students may be contacted directly by the building principals to participate based on their academic progress this past year. Families may use this Google Form link or the QR code below to register your child for the free STAR Summer Enrichment Program: https://forms.gle/Cjzo8T7ce5mFAX988.

  The free STAR Summer Enrichment Program will run from July 5 through August 5, 2022, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.  Students entering Grades K-4 will be at Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School and students entering Grades 5-8 will be at Lincoln Orens Middle School. Transportation to and from the program will not be provided by the school district. It will be the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to transport their child to and from the school each day.

  If you are also interested in your child attending the summer recreation program after the STAR Summer Enrichment Program end each day, please contact Mr. Keith Manginelli at 516-434-2605 for pricing information.

  If you have any questions regarding the free STAR Summer Enrichment Program, please contact your building principal.

  

  Sincerely,

  Dr. Alison Offerman-Celentano
  Assistant Superintendent of Schools

  • STAR Summer Enrichment Progam Parent Letter 2022 en espanol.pdf
  • STAR Summer Enrichment Program Brochure 2022.pdf
  • STAR Summer Enrichment Program Brochure 2022_en espanol.pdf

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• Junior Summer Experience 2022

  Pre-K Readiness Program

  Lincoln Orens Middle School
  July 5th- August 5th * Monday-Friday * 9:00 A.M.–1:30 P.M.
  
  Pre-K as of September 2022
  Children must turn 4 years old by December 1,2022 to attend Pre-K Program

  Fee Schedule
  $599.00 per child
  $699.00 for non-residents

  SPRINKLERS * WATER GAMES * CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
  ARTS and CRAFTS * LIBRARY AND PARK TRIPS
  OUTDOOR ATHLETICS * ACADEMIC LEARNING

  Our professional, certified teachers will create a relaxing, structured
  environment for the children. The boys and girls will experience
  a fun-filled day with educational activities and play.

  Location and dates of registrations
  As of March 15, you may register by phone or in the Recreation Office by appointment only.
  Monday-Friday 8:30 A.M.– 4:30 P.M.

  Evening Registration Nights at LOMS
  Monday, April 25, 7:00pm-9:00pm
  Monday, May 3, 7:00pm-9:00pm

  If you have any questions, please call the Recreation Office at 434-2605.

  ~CHECKS ARE PAYABLE TO THE ISLAND PARK RECREATION DEPARTMENT~
  THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT IS NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS
  (VISA/ MASTERCARD/DISCOVER ONLY)

  After Friday, 6/10 a late fee of $50 per family will be charged on all registrations.

  • Junior Summer Experience 2022.pdf

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• Summer Experience 2022

  Lincoln Orens Middle School

  July 5th - August 5th * Monday-Friday * 9:00 A.M.–1:30 P.M.
  
  Grades K-8 as of September 2022

  Fee Schedule
  $499.00 per child
  $449.00 for siblings
  $599.00 for non-residents

  WEEKLY BEACH DAY * FUN TRIPS * SPORTS AND GAMES
  THEATER ARTS * SPIRIT WEEK * ARTS and CRAFTS
  VIDEO GAME ROOM * OUTDOOR ATHLETICS

  Location and dates of registrations
  As of March 15, you may register by phone or in the Recreation Office by appointment only.
  Monday-Friday 8:30 A.M.– 4:30 P.M.

  Evening Registration Nights at LOMS
  Monday, April 25, 7:00pm-9:00pm
  Monday, May 3, 7:00pm-9:00pm

  ** A MANDATORY BEACH PASS SOLD FOR $10 IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS in grades 1-8 **
  This is in addition to the fee for the Summer Experience Program.
  Beach tags are purchased at Island Park Masone Beach.
  If you have any questions, please call the Recreation Office at 434-2605.

  2022 Summer Trips
  TBA

  All trips are optional to families registered for the Summer Program and include an
  additional fee.

  ~CHECKS ARE PAYABLE TO THE ISLAND PARK RECREATION DEPARTMENT~
  THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT IS NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS
  (VISA/MASTERCARD/DISCOVER ONLY)

  After Friday, 6/10 a late fee of $50 per family will be charged on all registrations.

  • 2022 SUMMER Summer Experience 2022.pdf

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• Make Your Voice Heard - Contact Information for Governor Hochul and Elected Officials

  Governor Hochul and Elected Officials Contact Information
  
  Governor Kathy Hochul
  
  Contact Us By Phone: 1-518-474-8390 | Office hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm
  
  Contact Us By Mail: The Honorable Kathy Hochul Governor of New York State NYS State Capitol Building Albany, NY 12224
  
  https://www.governor.ny.gov/content/governor-contact-form

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  Senator Todd Kaminsky
  
  Contact Information Albany Office: Legislative Office Building Room 307 Albany, NY 12247 Phone: 518-455-3401 Fax: 518-426-6914
  
  Contact Information District Office: 55 Front Street Room 1 Rockville Centre, NY 11570-4040 Phone: 516-766-8383 Fax: 516-766-8011
  
  EMAIL ADDRESS: kaminsky@nysenate.gov
  
  https://www.nysenate.gov/senators/todd-kaminsky/contact

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  Assemblywoman Melissa Miller Assembly District 20
  
  Contact Information Albany Office: LOB 439 Albany, NY 12248 518-455-3028 Fax: 518-455-5769 Albany
  
  Contact Information District Office: 2001 Park St. Atlantic Beach, NY 11509 516-431-0500 Fax: 516-431-0412
  
  Email Address: MillerML@nyassembly.gov
  
  https://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/Melissa-Miller/contact/

  • Governor Hochul Elected Officals Contact Information.pdf

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• At-Home COVID-19 Test Distribution

  The District has received a new allotment of at-home COVID-19 test kits from the Governor’s office. Test kits will now be made available for pick-up Monday – Friday, without an appointment, when school is in session. As a reminder, test kits must be picked up by a parent/guardian at each child's school building or the District’s Conference Center and signed for by the adult picking up the test. The District will not send test kits home in backpacks. Please find the schedule and location(s) for picking up a test(s) below:

   

  School Building/Program	Location	Date/Time
  Pre-Kindergarten Program	Lincoln Orens MS Trafalgar Blvd. Main Entrance Security Vestibule	Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Francis X. Hegarty  Elementary School (Grades K - 4 Only)	Francis X. Hegarty ES Deal Rd. Entrance Security Vestibule	Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Lincoln Orens Middle School (Grades 5-8 Only)	Lincoln Orens MS Trafalgar Blvd. Main Entrance Security Vestibule	Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  District Conference Center	99 Radcliffe Rd. Main Entrance	Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

   

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• Lincoln Orens Middle School Gate Access / Acceso a la puerta de la escuela secundaria Lincoln Orens

  The gate located on the west side of the Audubon Circle at Lincoln Orens Middle School will remain open from 2 pm until 10 am the next morning each weekday and all weekend long for pedestrian use until work is completed on Austin Boulevard.

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  La puerta ubicada en el lado oeste de Audubon Circle en Lincoln Orens Middle School permanecerá abierta desde las 2 pm hasta las 10 am de la mañana siguiente todos los días de la semana y durante todo el fin de semana para uso peatonal hasta que se complete el trabajo en Austin Boulevard.

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