Silver Creek CSD

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! Please join Silver Creek Central School District in raising awareness about communication disorders. Here are some things you can do at home to enhance your student’s speech and language skills, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association: In Early Grades K–2: · Talk with your child a lot. · Read different types of books. Read every day, and talk with your child about the story. · Help your child learn sound patterns of words. You can play rhyming games and point out letters as you read. · Have your child retell stories and talk about his day. · Talk with your child about what you do during the day. Give her directions to follow. · Talk about how things are the same and different. · Give your child chances to write. In Later Grades 3-5: · Keep your child reading. Find books and magazines that interest your child. · Ask your child what he thinks about what he hears or reads. Connect what he reads to events in his life. · Help your child connect what she reads and hears at school, home, and other events. · Talk out loud as you help your child read about and solve problems. · Help your child recognize spelling patterns. For example, point out the beginnings and endings of words, like "pre-" or "–ed." · Get your child to write letters, keep a diary, and write stories #wearesilvercreek #BlackKnightPride #BKP #BHSM #BHSM2022

The Native American Education Committee for Silver Creek Central School District is set to meet Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 5 p.m. #wearesilvercreek #BKP

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT: Silver Creek Elementary teacher Kristen Kline is appearing tonight (Tuesday, May 10, 2022) on “FAMILY FEUD” so be sure to tune in to WUTV at 7:30 p.m. and root for one of our Black Knights! 📺

Students in the Great Minds club at Silver Creek Central School District learn to build robots and code them to move. These Black Knights learn how to problem solve and work with each other to find solutions to building or coding problems. 🤖 #wearesilvercreek #STEM #BKP #blackknightpride

BOARD OF EDUCATION STATEMENT 5/5/2022 The investigation into allegations contained in the March 28, 2022, Letter (the “Letter”) submitted by District administrator Jay Hall to the Board of Education is in its final stages. In the meantime, all use of the room remains suspended. The District has made every effort to ensure that a thorough, informed, comprehensive investigation is conducted. To that end, and as we explained in our last update, the District has repeatedly sought to meet with Mr. Hall to gain a full understanding of the claims he has brought forth. Mr. Hall has repeatedly declined to participate. Instead, as we mentioned previously, he sent another letter to the Board, which he also published on social media, claiming to have a 90-page report that he’s chosen not to share with the District. Bottom line – it remains that Mr. Hall claims to have information regarding mistreatment of students, but he won’t share it with the District so that it can be considered, and any necessary and appropriate action can be taken. Since the last board meeting, the District has also received four Notices of Claim filed by Jay Hall’s brother, attorney Rich Hall. The District is reviewing the Notices of Claim with its insurance company and counsel, and it will respond appropriately. The District will complete its investigation shortly, and as I stated at the last meeting, it is being completed with the singular goal of getting to the truth. And I will repeat it again – if anyone has any information related to the matters raised by Mr. Hall, or that they believe may be in any way relevant to the treatment of our students, we urge you to bring it forward. Finally, the investigators continue to provide regular updates to the Board, and the Board remains confident that the District is providing a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all students.

Please see the attached update from Mr. Crandall regarding the investigation into the de-escalation room.

Students in Mrs. Buczkowski’s class celebrated Star Wars Day (May the 4th) with visual/motor droids, fine motor Yodas, sensory integration characters, and themed treats!

Silver Creek Central School District is seeking applicants for three Summer Information Technology Preventative Maintenance Positions (1) - 12-week position starting June 13 and (2) - 9-week positions starting July 5 All positions are at 35 hours per week. These part-time positions will report to the Technology Coordinator. These are short-term, seasonal summer appointments. Requirements: • Experience with preventative maintenance and cleaning of computer and technology equipment. • Understanding of Network equipment and technology installation procedures helpful. • Some knowledge of peripherals and hardware helpful. • Ability to lift heavy computers and hardware to help with the movement of technology equipment during installations and cleaning. Job description requirements include: 1. Assist with the setup and configuration of technology equipment in the district including tablet devices. 2. Assist with the preventative maintenance of technology equipment in the district. 3. Moving and inventorying of computer equipment. 4. Other related duties, as assigned by the Technology Coordinator. Compensation: $13. 70/hour Submission of Letters of Interest: Letters of interest and Civil Service Application should be sent to Michelle Helmer, SCCS Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Technology, by June 1st, 2022. Letter must include a commitment of time availability, commencing either June 13th or July 5 , 2022.

Silver Creek Central School District is excited to invite the community to its UNIFIED BASKETBALL TEAM’S first home game of the season! Please come cheer on our Black Knights and their opponent, the Southwestern Trojans, on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at 5 p.m. in the high school gym at this heartwarming, family friendly event. Silver Creek CSD stands behind the simple principle that inspired Unified Sports – training TOGETHER and playing TOGETHER is a quick path to friendship and understanding. So let’s fill the stands and cheer on both teams TOGETHER. Unified Sports – which join people with and without disabilities on the same team – have been part of the district’s athletic program for three years, with students competing against other districts for bowling. This is the basketball team’s inaugural season and our student-athletes are very excited. The district’s Youth Advisory Committee is also planning some fun events during breaks in the game and concessions will be sold. Games typically last about an hour.

NEW STAFF MEMBER ALERT! Please help us with a big #BlackKnightPride hello for our new School Psychologist at Silver Creek Central School District! Let’s give ANTONETTE BACKERT a warm welcome! Ms. Backert says she is excited to be part of the Silver Creek community. “The students and staff here have been so welcoming. I still have a lot to learn about the district and the community,” she says. “But I am definitely up for the challenge!” Family: She has two beautiful children, Emersyn, age 2, and Patrick, age 4 months. She lives with her boyfriend, Patrick, and their dog named Lexi. Hobbies & interests: She LOVES the Buffalo Bills and New York Yankees. She is big into outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking and paddle boarding. She also participates in triathlons, half marathons and 5Ks throughout the summer. She played softball in college and rowed competitively. Education: She was an undergraduate psychology major at Canisius College then majored in psychology at Niagara University. She is currently completing a doctorate in education and school psychology at Indiana university at Pennsylvania. #BKP #BlackKnightPride #SilverCreekCSD #NewStaff #WelcomeWagon

Mrs. Jody Johnson and Miss Mary Williams gave a sweet welcome to new principal Mr. Kyle Yelich this morning with cinnamon rolls from Aunt Millie's Restaurant on his first day! We wish him all the best!

Congratulations to district librarian PAULA MICHALAK on receiving Sustainable Library Certification for her work at Silver Creek Central School District! Mrs. Michalak works with K-12 students and fosters partnerships across the district with an emphasis on “consistency, familiarity and building fluency in research techniques” to build a solid foundation for skills in students. In addition, she has found new avenues for collaboration in the community via a high school internship program. She represents school libraries on the Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES School Library System Committee and is a member of the Building Leadership Team at SCCS. Read more about this recognition here: https://sustainablelibrariesinitiative.org/media/document/191 #wearesilvercreek #bkp #blackknightpride #childrensbookweek

SCCS would like to give a big thank you to DELIA BONENBERGER, Interim Elementary Principal! School Principal's Day was May 1, and the elementary employees put together a gift basket and celebration to thank her for all her hard work and dedication to our district!

Silver Creek High's Class of 2022 will host a WEIDNER'S CHICKEN BARBECUE dinner fundraiser on Tuesday, March 3, 2022, from 2:30-5:00 P.M. in the cafeteria. Meals cost $13. #wearesilvercreek #bkp #blackknightpride #classof2022

𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗬 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 Dear High School Parent/Guardian: I am pleased to share that the Board of Education appointed Mr. Kyle Yelich as our next High School Principal starting on May 3, 2022. After a thorough and comprehensive interview process it is clear that Mr. Yelich's experience will allow him to take over and keep our High School moving forward as we transition leaders during the last portion of this school year. Mr. Yelich served in the United States Air Force from 2003 until 2012. He has six years of teaching experience at Randolph Academy, and has served as an assistant principal for two years, high school principal for one year, and Pupil Personnel Specialist for one year. Mr. Yelich is currently serving as District Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction at Global Concepts Charter School. I am confident Mr. Yelich will prove to be a talented, knowledgeable, insightful and hardworking leader for OUR High School for years to come. He is student centered and passionate to lead the High School as we continue to maneuver through post-COVID learning while assisting students not just academically but also socially, emotionally and mentally. I am certain Mr. Yelich will have a few meet and greet sessions when he begins his appointment, providing an opportunity for you to meet him. In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. James Klubek, Interim High School Principal at (716) 934-2603 ext. 1115, or me ext. 1900. Sincerely, Todd A. Crandall Superintendent of Schools

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Silver Creek senior Amanda Ippolito will host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Silver Creek on Saturday, May 7, 2022, from 5 to 7 p.m. to raise funds for Ukraine. Presale tickets are going for $10, while tickets at the door will be $12. For more information, contact Amanda Ippolito at 716-467-5798 or amanda.ippolito2.icloud.com. Read more via @DunkirkObserver: https://www.observertoday.com/news/page-one/2022/04/opportunity-to-assist-student-planning-dinner-to-raise-funds-for-ukraine/ #wearesilvercreek #BKP #BlackKnightPride #Classof2022

Happy Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! Please join Silver Creek Central School District in celebrating its staff from May 2-6, 2022. #WeAreSilverCreek #BlackKnightPride #BKP

Kids Escaping Drugs is presenting on "The Dark Side of Social Media" at St. Anthony's Church in Farnham on Tuesday, May 10 at 7pm. This is an ADULT PRESENTATION for parents/guardians!

Good afternoon Elementary School Parents - Please be advised that the Elementary school went into a Shelter in Place as a precautionary measure this afternoon for approximately 25 minutes. A Shelter in Place is used to clear the halls for situations such as medical emergency and may also be used in severe weather alerts and/or administrative matters. Students remain in their classrooms and activity continues as normal. Students were released when the situation was resolved.

The 2022-2023 Instructional Calendar for Silver Creek Central School District was approved at the April 21, 2022, meeting of the Board of Education. #BKP #wearesilvercreek #BlackKnightPride