Silver Creek CSD

A special HOLIDAY FAMILY WELLNESS NIGHT is planned Thursday, December 8, 2022, from 4:30 to 7:15 p.m. at Silver Creek Central School District. All district families are warmly invited to attend and enjoy an evening of activities and information. In addition, a fundraiser chicken barbecue will be available; those interested should print, fill out and return the form and payment to the school by Friday, December 2, 2022: https://5il.co/1lbhi SCHEDULE Chicken barbecue from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Join the Youth Activation Committee/Unified Sports for a BW’s Chicken BBQ Dinner fundraiser in the elementary cafeteria. Eat in or take out. Menu: Half chicken, potato salad, tossed salad & dinner roll. Presale: $10/dinner (sold until Friday, December 2, 2022) At the door: $12/dinner (limited number). Please print and fill out this form and return to your child's teacher by Friday, December 2, 2022; checks may be made out to the school: https://5il.co/1lbhi Activities for your family from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Photos with Santa, refreshments and a craft plus Letters to Santa. Presentation for parents from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.: Wellness Matters! The Silver Creek Board of Education, administrators, and staff care about the physical, social emotional, and mental well-being of our students and their families. #SAMEHERE presenters will explain how social emotional, mental health connects to our physical well-being. You'll learn about how our students are learning strategies to cope with stress, get along with one another, and how you can help them. Post pandemic almost everyone has plenty of stress in their lives and using #SAMEHERE "tools" can help improve our physical, social emotional, mental well-being. Supervised childcare activities will be provided for Pre-Kindergarten through sixth grade in the elementary end of the building. Sign-ins start at 6 p.m. TRANSPORTATION: Call your school building social worker to reserve at (716) 934-2603 to reserve; please request by Thursday, December 1, 2022. Call Beth Miller (high school) at ext. 2991; Allyson Gardner (middle school) at ext. 4965 or Karielle Case (elementary school) at ext. 4994.

Cancer Awareness Week was observed by the Knights Against Cancer club at Silver Creek Central School District in late October 2022. It was an effort to celebrate, honor, support and remember those who are fighting, have lost their fight, those who have survived and are in remission and caregivers who have been a source of support and hope for so many following diagnosis. 💓 Our Black Knights researched and found facts about cancer diagnosis, treatment and found ways to bring awareness to school. Each day for the week a piece of trivia was sent to all students and faculty to encourage them to research and find a better understanding of how cancer affects so many and to understand some of the world-class treatment available in Buffalo. 👩‍⚕️ 🏥 Throughout the year, the club works to bring awareness and to volunteer to make a difference and create change. The first five people to respond with the correct answers got to choose a prize from Mrs. Jessica Kardashian. 🎁 Throughout the week, students and faculty were also invited to fill out a pink brick with the names of anyone they know affected by cancer. At the end of the week, the word HOPE was spelled out on the wall. 💞 Students also decorated the hallways for a Wear Pink Day. Faculty also donated to a casual day and collected funds for PUNT pediatric collaborative totaling almost $200 to be donated along with some “Movember” initiative funds. 💕 Students with Knights Against Cancer volunteered at Making Strides for Breast Cancer the weekend leading into Cancer Awareness Week and with the Carly’s Club trunk-or-treat next weekend.

Psychology students from Silver Creek High went on a field trip to the Buffalo Zoo on Thursday, November 3, 2022, to explore and analyze various animal behaviors. 🚌 The 20 students were able to attend an animal behavior and psychology class with zoologist and animal behavior specialist Jackie. They met three different animals that are ambassadors for the education program, including Indy, a sheltapucic or legless lizard, Bijou, a sunconier, and Pearl the porcupine, who brought a lot of laughter. 🦎🦔 Students were able to identify a variety of animal behaviors and assess various parts of animal bodies and why they may have specific features including turtle shells, beaver tails, peacock feathers, the sheddings of an anaconda and a male polar bear skull. 🦫🐢🐻🐍 They participated in both focal and scan sampling and using ethograms to analyze behavior. The students then had a few hours to walk through the zoo and discuss and analyze the animals’ behaviors. “As a class we discussed their understanding of the animal behaviors and how they changed after our class and the various aspects we might look for now that we had learned what to look for,” says teacher Mrs. Jessica Kardashian. “It was an awesome day for all of us.”

Friendly reminder that students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 8 at Silver Creek Central School District have EARLY RELEASE on Friday, December 2, 2022, due to PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES: ▪️ Middle school release at 11:00 a.m.; conferences from 12 to 3 p.m. ▪️ Elementary school release at 11:45 a.m.; conferences from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

The library of Silver Creek middle/high schools hosted a virtual dairy farm with Tiashoke Farm in Buskirk, New York. 🐄👩‍🌾 Our students learned about the life of a dairy farm and saw how milk is produced. They also discussed cheese making and taking care of baby cows. 🥛🧀

The Knights Against Cancer club of Silver Creek Central School District collected donations of any and all hygiene products the week ahead of Thanksgiving 2022 for the local Silver Creek food pantry. Hygiene products are some of the highest demand but lowest supply items for those in need. Our students and our faculty wanted to help in every way they can. Products collected included large supplies of toilet paper, tissues, body washes, deodorants, more than 50 toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste, diapers, wipes and baby wash, sanitary pads, detergent, soap and other personal items. Inspired by the need to help others, Knights Against Cancer member Sarah Cross and fellow student Kendall Brunn also collected donations from students to wear pajamas Tuesday, November 22, 2022, just prior to Thanksgiving break. Those donations were also presented to the pantry along with the hygiene products. Pictured: Todd & Pauline from the pantry with teacher/advisor Mrs. Jessica Kardashian and student Sarah Cross.

Two outstanding Silver Creek High scholars were recognized for their Career & Technical Education accomplishments recently (Wednesday, November 17, 2022) in Fredonia. Health Careers student Jessica Didas and Welding student Jackson Williams are among the newest inductees into the LoGuidice Educational Center Chapter of the National Technical Honor Society via Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES.

The Quiz Bowl team of Silver Creek High competed against Ellicottville Central School on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, and lost a very close match at SUNY JCC. 🤝 Captain Larissa Buchanan, Jake Millar, Michael Dispenza and Bella Daniels anchored the team while the latter two switched with Josie Daniels and Jacquie Flick for the middle round. 🎙❓ This year’s team is young, is building its future and is looking forward to growing in the coming years. 💪 The next competition is in January 2023, and the team is lookin forward to battling back into the winners’ bracket. 🏆 Quiz Bowl team is coached by teachers Jessica Kardashian and Zac Colson. 🏫

Students in 4th Grade just finished their study of various Native American Cultural Regions. Each group studied a different region and then shared their learning with their classmates.

Silver Creek sophomores Adeline Richardson and Trent Lack are coordinating a bake sale fundraiser to assist in providing gifts for a local veteran family. This is an annual project in coordination with the WNY Heroes Adopt-A-Hero program in Buffalo which provides food, clothing, and other gifts to local veterans in need. The bake sale will take place Friday, December 2nd during the girls’ varsity basketball game at 6:00 p.m.

*COURTESY POST* Join the SC Kiwanis Club in welcoming Santa and Mrs. Claus to the Backline at Christmas in the Park, this Saturday, December 3, noon to 3pm! There will be horse drawn carriage rides, face painting and balloon sculptures at this free family event! There will also be a bake sale with proceeds going to the SC Food Pantry.

The Silver Creek middle/high school library presented the interactive Ganondagan's White Corn virtual field trip, hosted by Cornell University's Agriculutral Department, last week. Our Black Knights learned about non-GMO, heirloom white corn seeds grown within the Haudenosaunee community. They also learned about the importance of white corn in the community and how the white corn is planted, harvested and processed to make different meals. November is #NativeAmerican Heritage Month. #wearesilvercreek #BKP #blackknightpride

Happy Thanksgiving from Silver Creek Central School District. 🍂

Parent Broadcast – School Closure, Monday, November 21, 2022 Good afternoon Silver Creek School families, today is Sunday, November 20, 2022. Due to continued travel bans and snow accumulation in Erie County impacting our faculty and staff commute, Silver Creek Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, November 21, 2022. This closure includes all after school activities and the National Honor Society Ceremony. The NHS Ceremony has been rescheduled for December 5th at 5:30, including the dinner afterwards. We are planning to be open Tuesday if at all possible. As always, thank you all for your support with these difficult decisions. Student and staff safety is paramount! Please be safe tomorrow.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19- All activities are canceled today with the exception of varsity basketball. Boys and girls basketball practices are permitted, however if any students cannot make it due to weather conditions they will not be penalized. Everyone be safe. All Sunday activities are canceled.

Due to staffing availability, starting November 29th, Adult Lap Swim will be on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 6:00am to 7:00am.

SAVE THE DATE- DECEMBER 8!! Wellness Matters! The Silver Creek Board of Education, administrators, and staff care about the physical, social emotional, and mental well-being of our students and their families. #SAMEHERE presenters will explain how social emotional, mental health connects to our physical well-being. During the presentation, supervised childcare activities provided for PreK-Gr. 6, but all are invited to attend the presentation.

Silver Creek Central School District anticipates vacancies for the following positions: GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST and SOCIAL WORKER. More information can also be found on our website: https://www.silvercreekschools.org/page/vacancies 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘/𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗥 (𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯) ELIGIBILITY: Appropriate NYS Certification REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education DESCRIPTION: Grant funded Guidance Counselor to work with students and families, provide mandated or building based counseling to students, family and community outreach for students receiving supportive services as necessary. DUTIES: 1. Contribute to program and department initiatives to further social/emotional learning and positive behavioral and educational supports to promote the success of students. 2. Consult and team with teachers and other disciplines in the development and delivery of Individual Education Programs, including appropriate Social/emotional/behavioral supports. 3. Provide individual and group counseling as defined by IEP, Section 504 Plans and based on students' needs. 4. Support students with crisis counseling, as needed. 5. Complete assessment and documentation of student performance and progress as required. 6. Lead social skills and affective education groups. 7. Provide outreach and collaboration to outside agencies, organizations and school districts. 8. Provide parent support and education, as needed. 9. Reports regularly to student families using a variety of strategies and is responsive to family, student, and staff needs. 10. Collaborate with the educational team in the development, revision and implementation of Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans and classroom positive behavior support systems. 11. Contribute to program and department initiatives to further social/emotional learning and positive behavioral and educational supports. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Appropriate NYS Certification 2. Experience in providing counseling, group interventions and supportive mental health ser􀄫vices to students with disabilities. 3. Understanding of NYS Special Education laws, regulations and processes. 4. Knowledge of family and child supportive community resources. 5. Demonstrate technical skills to effectively fill the role of School Guidance Counselor. 6. Is enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to supporting students in reaching high standards in the educational environment. 7. Physically able to perform essential functions of the position {with or without reasonable accommodation). APPLY TO: Applications are available online at Western New York School Application System www.wnyric.org/application DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 1, 2022. ___________________________________________ 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘/𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗣𝗦𝗬𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧 (𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯) ELIGIBILITY: NYS Certification as a School Psychologist required. REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education DESCRIPTION: Eligible candidates must assess the learning, development, and adjustment needs of students and assist in developing appropriate interventions based upon identified needs. Complete comprehensive reports (written and verbal) as appropriate. Provide student interventions and consultation to parents and staff to enhance students' adjustment and academic progress. Work as a part of a cohesive team of individuals whose goal is to educate and guide our students in the least restrictive environment. DUTIES: 1. Conduct necessary evaluations and comprehensive reports, either written or verbal to assist the special education team in determining the appropriate program to meet the student's individual needs through maintaining accurate records and preparing and submitting reports in a timely manner. 2. Attend Committee on Special Education meetings as needed and act as one of the districts CSE referral designees and the alternate CSE/CPSE Chairperson in the event that the primary CSE/CPSE Chairperson is unavailable. 3. Oversee the existing 504 plans for supporting students in the district as the 504 Chairperson. 4. Conduct FBAs, develop BIPs, and assist in the implementation of recommended courses of action as necessary. 5. Work closely with the Director of Special Education and special education staff to help to support student academic and social success. 6. Work to establish positive relationships with our families to support our students' success. 7. Serve as a contributing member of the Response to Intervention processes in the Middle and High School. 8. Other duties man include, but are not limited to, character education, counseling, consultation, etc. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. NYS School Psychologist certification required. 2. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, district representatives, parents and community agencies. 3. Knowledge and understanding the continuum of special education services and the response to intervention tiered system. APPLY TO: Applications are available online at Western New York School Application System www.wnyric.org/application DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 1, 2022. __________________________________________ 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗥 (𝗣𝗞-𝟭𝟮) (𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯) ELIGIBILITY: A valid New York State license and registration to practice Social Work REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education DESCRIPTION: Social Worker to provide counseling, assessment, classroom support, mental health consultation, social/emotional learning opportunities, family and community outreach 􀀝or students receiving supportive services. DUTIES: 1. Consult and team with teachers and other disciplines in the development and delivery of Individual Education Programs, including appropriate social/emotional/behavioral supports. 2. Provide individual and group counseling as defined by IEP and based on students' needs. 3. Support students with crisis counseling, as needed. 4. Complete assessment and documentation of student performance and progress as required. 5. Lead social skills and affective education groups. 6. Provide outreach and collaboration to outside agencies, organizations and school districts. 7. Provide parent support and education, as needed. 8. Collaborate with the educational team in the development, revision and implementation of Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans and classroom positive behavior support systems. 9. Contribute to program and department initiatives to further social/emotional learning and positive behavioral and educational supports. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Master of Social Work from accredited graduate school of Social Work. 2. NYS valid license and registration to practice Social Work. 3. Preference given to Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which will require oversight of 2 additional social workers. 4. Experience in providing counseling, group interventions and supportive mental health services to students with disabilities. 5. Understanding of NYS Special Education laws, regulations and processes. 6. Knowledge of family and child supportive community resources. 7. Demonstrate technical skills to effectively fill the role of Social Worker. 8. Training in life crisis intervention strategies such as TCI, LSI or similar problem solving models preferred. 9. Physically able to perform essential functions of the position (with or without reasonable accommodation). APPLY TO: Applications are available online at Western New York School Application System www.wnyric.org/application DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 1, 2022.

Good evening Silver Creek School families, today is Thursday, November 17, 2022. Governor Hochul has declared a disaster emergency for 11 counties, including Chautauqua, effective November 17, due to the incoming storm. As you are likely aware, the storm is predicted to have heavy snowfall, blizzard-like wind, and treacherous driving conditions throughout our region. Based on the Governor’s declaration, including travel bans in Erie County and the Thruway closure starting this evening, and the fact that a significant number of our staff commute from Erie County, we have determined the best course of action is to close school for Friday, November 18. After school activities will proceed as planned tonight. ALL activities planned for tomorrow are canceled. We will make a determination concerning Saturday activities on Saturday morning and if Saturday activities are canceled, I will send a Parent Broadcast by 7:45 a.m. indicating cancellation of activities. If you do not receive a Broadcast Saturday morning, that indicates activities will proceed as planned. As always, thank you all for your support with these difficult decisions. Student and staff safety is paramount! Please be safe tomorrow and this weekend.

Our 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students build and code their robots during Great Minds Club!