Archive for March, 2018

When an elementary school hosts intramurals before the start of school are they required to have a school nurse available?

Written by kelly.defeciani on March 15, 2018

A. No, they are not.

Ugh. Another weather event, and every other district is informing students of the plan. It’s 8 pm and literally every other district has called for a delay on 3/7. But Shen says nothing. Do you understand that parents need to plan for childcare? That children get anxious if we tell them we are keeping them home either way because they care about school and don’t want to miss important instruction? You work for us. Waiting til the last minute is unprofessional and wildly inconsiderate. How many times does this need to happen?

Written by kelly.defeciani on March 15, 2018

A. Shenendehowa has never called a snow day or delay the day before because things change. Our process for these days can be found here: https://www.shenet.org/about-us/public-informationcommunications/emergency-closings-delays-and-early-dismissal/

Am I allowed to go to the chorus concert without being related to anyone singing? I want to watch my friends perform.

Written by kelly.defeciani on March 15, 2018

A. Yes, they are open to the public.

Are the shen security personnel armed? (I understand if you cant answer this for security reasons). If not, security personnel should be armed so that they could react to active shooters before police arrive.

Written by kelly.defeciani on March 15, 2018

A. No, they are not armed.

How many snow days can we get a year ? Are we allowed to go over if nessasary ?

Written by kelly.defeciani on March 15, 2018

A. 180 days of instruction are required by N.Y.S. The number of emergency days revolves around that.

why do kids get yelled at for wearing hoods but not yelled at if they’re wearing hijabs?

Written by kelly.defeciani on March 15, 2018

A. Dress Code, BOE Policy 4410R: Students, at the discretion of the building administration, may be allowed to wear head wear in school. Head wear for medical or religious purposes is permitted, as long as appropriate documentation or notification is provided.

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Archive for March, 2018

When an elementary school hosts intramurals before the start of school are they required to have a school nurse available?

Am I allowed to go to the chorus concert without being related to anyone singing? I want to watch my friends perform.

Are the shen security personnel armed? (I understand if you cant answer this for security reasons). If not, security personnel should be armed so that they could react to active shooters before police arrive.

How many snow days can we get a year ? Are we allowed to go over if nessasary ?

why do kids get yelled at for wearing hoods but not yelled at if they’re wearing hijabs?

Why are there cameras in middle school and why are the administrators treating them as a tool to get people to behave.

Where can I find all the shen boe policies, Thank You!

can teachers force students to stand for the pledge?

Has Shen ever gotten a intruder with a weapon come into school?

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