1. The document discusses updates to school medication policies, including requirements for students to self-carry inhalers and for teachers to carry student medications. 2. It also announces a visit from Broadway artist David Lowenstein, who met with the cast of the upcoming school musical Seussical Jr. and shared advice from his experience in theater. 3. The visit concluded with Mr. Lowenstein applauding the cast's performance of the musical's opening number.

1. Middle School Messenger
A T R A D I T I O N O F E X C E L L E N C E & E Q U I T Y N O V / D E C 2 0 1 1
Principal’s Message
INSIDE
THIS ISSUE:
Ski & Snow- 1
board Club
Health Office 2
Dear Parents, and modeling appropriate made the event so spectacu-
Hype During this time of cele- behaviors that lead to good lar.
brating Thanksgiving, I am citizenship. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
School Medi- 3 thankful for the wonderful Report cards will be avail-
cation Up-
support we receive for our able through PowerSchool on Yours truly,
David Lowen- 3 school from members of our November 18. If you have
stein school community. Volun- questions about grades,
Seussical Jr. 4 teers pop popcorn, sell items please contact the appropri-
Photos at our school store, sell tick- ate teacher. If you have diffi-
ets for the Junior High Musi- culty accessing your account, Jean J. Regan, Ed.D.
Music Dept. 6
cal, serve on committees, and please contact Mr. Hennigan Principal
chaperone activities. Our (chennigan@caz.cnyric.org or
Student 6 PTA provides funding for 655-5303).
Leaders
many school activities. Congratulations to our
PTA 6 Teachers spend time mentor- Junior High Musical cast and
ing students and working with crew. What an awesome
Calendar 7 students after school. Thank performance and showcase
you to our parents for read- for our talented students!
ing with your student, helping Thank you to our directors
with homework and projects, and supporting adults who
Cazenovia Community Ski & Snowboard Club
Registration dents in grades 3-7 who are Fridays for the entire ski
and information interested in the Cazenovia season and other discounts.
packets will be Community Ski and Snow- Bus transportation and les-
available No- board Club at Toggenburg sons will be provided on six
vember 1 in the Ski Center this winter. Reg- consecutive Fridays begin-
main office at istration will take place ning January 6. Please con-
Burton Street through November 28th. tact Lisa Senehi at the High
and the Middle The fee for the program School (655-1370) if you
School for stu- includes a pass good for have any questions.

2. PAGE 2
Health Office Hype
I encourage everyone to get the flu written excuse, but is beneficial in letting
vaccine as that is the best way to pro- me know that your child is safe at
tect yourself and your loved ones from home. All absence excuses are due the
the flu. The next best way is to wash day your child returns. If you know your
hands frequently with soap and water child will be absent for an appointment or
for a minimum of 20 seconds. Hand sani- a vacation etc., please send the note to
tizer can also be used. Everyone should the office ahead of time.
keep their hands away from their eyes,
nose and mouth as those are the main 2. If your child needs any medications
ways viruses enter the body, also the during school hours or for modified
main way viruses are spread. Chewing school sports (prescription, over-the-
on a pen or pencil and then putting it on counter, inhalers, etc.) the proper forms
the desk spreads germs to the next per- have to be completed and on file in the
son who touches the desk. health office. Cough drops are the only
thing your child can carry without a par-
Covering a cough or sneeze is essen- ent and doctor note. Self carry paper-
tial in protecting others, use a tissue work must be completed for Inhalers in
All 11 year old
which is then discarded, or your elbow. back packs that go to the sitters, sports
students in 5th Wash again!! Disinfect surfaces such as etc.
desks, tables, door knobs, faucet han-
grade should get
dles, phones, refrigerators, remote con- 3. A current physical (signed by a NYS
the Tdap trols, steering wheels any surface that Physician) is required on all 7th grade
multiple people touch. students, all children new to the Cazeno-
vaccine. It is a
via District, and all students due for a
mandatory A new toothbrush is essential after Triennial Review. This physical should be
the flu or even severe cold symptoms. I done by your Pediatrician or Family Doc-
requirement
have a supply of tooth-brushes, so have tor as he/she best knows your child. Both
before entrance to your child stop in if they have recovered sides of the physical form must be com-
from an illness and purchasing a new one pleted. A physical done after school be-
6th grade
is a problem. gins in 6th grade is good for that year and
The following information is based on is still acceptable for the 7th grade physi-
requirements from the State Education cal. It is not acceptable for modified
Department: sports where the physical expires in one
year.
1. Accurate attendance records must be
maintained. Therefore, all students who 4. All 11 year old students in 5th grade
are absent, tardy or leaving early need to should get the Tdap vaccine. It is a man-
have a written excuse with the date, datory requirement before entrance to
child’s full name, specific reason (sore 6th grade
throat, Dr./Dentist appointment, hair
appointment, piano lesson, etc.) and the If you have any questions or concerns
parent’s signature. I really appreciate a please call me at 655-1332. Thanks,
call at 655-1332 when your child is ab-
sent. This does not take the place of a Diane Belton RN
MIDDLE SCHOOL MESSEN GER

3. A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE & EQUITY PAGE 3
Medications in School Update
More information on on a field trip. Self directed
medications in school. Please means your child can identify
read and teach your child their med by color/shape,
about their medications - name. Tell purpose of med,
they should know all this know correct dose and
information about meds they when needed during the day.
take at school or on field Describe what happens if the His story
trips. For a child to self med is not taken, refuse the captivated our
carry their Inhaler they need med if they have concerns, students and the
to be self directed, they also take the correct pill dosage session ended
must be self directed to have out of their bottle or direct with Mr.
a teacher carry their meds a teacher to do so. Lowenstein
applauding our
performance of
Seussical’s
Local Broadway Artist Meets with Cast of Seussical Jr. opening number
“Oh the Thinks
You Can
Syracuse University and auditioning and rehearsing applauding our performance Think!”
Cazenovia College profes- and gave tips on how to suc- of Seussical’s opening num-
sor Davis Lowenstein re- ceed as a theatre performer. ber “Oh the Thinks You
cently met with the Cazeno- His story captivated our Can Think!”
via Junior High cast of Seus- students and the session
sical Jr. to talk about his ca- ended with Mr. Lowenstein
reer as a professional
actor in New York City.
Mr. Lowenstein, a singer,
actor and dancer was a
member of the original
2000 Broadway produc-
tion of Seussical. The
Musical, based on the
works of children’s au-
thor Dr. Seuss, was a
product of a workshop
initiated by composer
and lyricist Stephen
Flaherty and Lynn
Ahrens.
Mr. Lowenstein ex-
plained the process of

4. Scenes from
Seussical Jr.

6. Music Department Notes
The Middle School Music De- Chorus and Junior High Chorus For parents of 7th Graders,
partment would like to invite will all be performing. They look we would like to remind you of
you to our annual Winter Con- forward to providing you with the concert attire. Ladies should
cert. This event will be held on exciting entertainment this holi- dress in all black. While the gen-
December 8th at 7:00 PM in the day season! tlemen should wear black pants
High School Auditorium. The and shoes and a white shirt with a
Middle School Orchestra, Junior tie. Thank you for helping us cre-
High Orchestra, 6th Grade Band, ate an exciting concert experi-
Junior High Band, 6th Grade ence!
Seventh Grade Student Leaders Named
Our first group of student Student Leaders also act as rep-
leaders has been selected. The resentatives for their homerooms
Student Leader program is de- to discuss school wide concerns
signed to develop student re- and special activities. They meet
sponsibility by having 7th grade regularly to address ideas in a
leaders encourage others to fol- modified form of student govern-
low school rules. Student Lead- ment.
ers set, by example and monitor- Congratulations to: Brendan
ing, appropriate behaviors in the Coffey, Janie Kempf, Cole Strong,
lavatories, on the playground, and
Molly Carges, Joanna Seeley, and
in the hallways. Any inappropri-
ate behaviors are reported to the Megan Henderson
teachers or the principal. Our
PTA News
Thank you to all the fami- Yearbooks must be ordered by
lies that have supported the January 31, 2012.
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forms are available in the Mid- are arriving on November 17th
dle School Office. and will be sent home with your
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