Projections Show Overall Stability, Changes by School

The annual enrollment projects, prepared by FACTSNY, show overall stability in Bronxville's K-12 enrollment. The 2009 total of 1538 is expected to decline slightly to 1503, a change of about half of one percent. As relatively large cohorts of students move into the Middle School, however, we see changes at each school. The Elementary School is likely to lose 67 students over the next four years (though kindergarten estimates are notoriously unpredictable). In contrast, the Middle School population is expected to rise from 363 to 412 -- 49 students. During this same period, the projections estimate a loss of 17 students. These fluctuations have implications for staffing levels and budget allocations that will be considered as the 2010-11 spending plan is discussed by the Board.

One Person Can Make a Difference

The Bronxville School hosted a successful, well-attended Family-School Partnership Workshop on November 9, 2009. Using Greg Mortenson's book, Three Cups of Tea, as a springboard, the event included students from all three schools. Brooke Gogel, SFL President, introduced the participants. Dr. Viji George, President of Concordia College, moderated the program and framed the presentations with remarks about global interdependence. About 175 people attended, including students, teachers, and a few parents and community members. After greetings from the International Club, eighth graders' comments about the book, and a description of the High School's Global Seminar, the audience heard presentations involving service projects and visits to Ecuador, Iran, Nicaragua, Tanzania, and Zambia.

Congratulations to all who participated and helped plan the event, especially Denise Lutter, Teacher Center Director. Barbara Dhyne and Marcie Frishman organized the International Club, the Fifth Grade Team supported Millie Guzman and the Ecuador project, and Mary Schenck worked with the eighth graders. Jim Agnello and Beth Agarabi have been active in the Nicaragua Bridges to Community project.

The complete agenda, including a list of participants, can be found here. A power point sample of the evening is below.

One Person Can Make a Difference

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Middle School Programs Reviewed

Dr. Barry Richelsoph, Principal, presented an overview of Bronxville Middle School programs and services at the October Board of Education meeting. The second in a series of school reviews connected to the budget process, the presentation covered academic programs, advisories and grade level teams, co-curricular opportunities, and community partnerships. (The Elementary School review occurred in September, and the High School and District presentations are scheduled for the November and December Board meetings, respectively.)

Middle School Review 2009