Eastchester employs a variety of specialists to help students reach their potential. The Pupil Personnel staff includes counselors, psychologists, speech/language teachers, physicians and nurses. Their services are provided according to the needs of the student.
Students meet with Pupil Personnel staff on a regular basis. Parents should contact pupil personnel staff members regarding any issues or concerns they may have. For additional information, call 793-6130, ext. 4239.
Special Education
Eastchester has in-district programs to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities. School personnel, the District Committee on Special Education, and parents work in concert to design and monitor programs to meet individual student needs. A full continuum of services is provided based on a student’s strengths and needs. For additional information, call 793-6130, ext. 4239.
Students with Disabilities
Parents who suspect that their child may be disabled and entitled to services under IDEA or the Rehabilitation Act-Section 504 should discuss concerns or questions with their child's principal, psychologist, guidance counselor or Instructional Support Team.
Referrals for disabled students qualifying for accommodations under the Rehabilitation Act-Section 504 will be referred to the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel. For additional information, call 793-6130, ext. 4239.
If you have any knowledge of a student who may meet these criteria, and is not already receiving Special Education services, please contact Noreen Urso, Director of Special Education at 793-6130, ext. 4226.
Homebound Instruction
The Board of Education employs qualified educators to instruct students who are confined at home by extended illness. Medical documentation is needed to confirm illness. Call the school principal or school guidance counselor for more information.
Academic Support Services
A number of services help to support student learning. They include: Academic Intervention Services, counseling, and speech/language therapy. Students are screened to identify those who qualify for these services.
Child Find
As part of the New York State Education Law requirement, the Eastchester Union Free School District is attempting to locate any students between the ages of 3-21 who may reside within the district boundaries and who may require special education services. A student with a physical, mental, emotional, medical or developmental disability should be evaluated to determine if he/she qualifies for special education programs or services.
If you have any knowledge of a student who may meet these criteria, and is not already receiving Special Education services, please contact Noreen Urso, Director of Special Education at 793-6130, ext. 4226.
Code of Conduct
The district has a Code of Conduct. A complete copy of the code can be found on the district website at www.Eastchester.k12.ny.us or by calling 793-6130, ext. 4239.
School Safety
The District’s comprehensive approach to school safety includes a balance of education, effective prevention and intervention, discipline, security and crisis prevention preparedness. The safety of our students and staff is paramount. Though we consider our schools to be safe due to the commitment of faculty, parents and our community, the District has also developed a District-Wide Safety plan, as well as individual building Emergency Response Plans that contain protocols to guide expeditious and effective responses to emergency situations. The District has worked closely with police, fire, EMS and government agencies to develop these plans. These plans were developed pursuant to the New York State Schools Against Violence in Education (S.A.V.E.) legislation.
Responsible behavior by students, staff, parents and other visitors is essential to achieving effective education for all students. The District has a long-standing set of expectations for conduct on school property and at school functions and the District is committed to maintaining high behavioral standards and expectations. District and building level Codes of Conduct clearly identify possible consequences of unacceptable conduct, and ensure that when discipline is necessary, it is administered promptly and fairly. Since school safety must be a shared responsibility among school, home and community, these Codes of Conduct were developed in collaboration with students, teachers, administrators and parents.
In addition, our counseling and health programs, student assistance services and anti-bullying programs promote good citizenship and character. These programs have been implemented to provide the prevention, intervention and crisis response that are the cornerstone of our school safety plan. Please contact your child’s school if you want additional information on these programs.
Visitor Policy
In compliance with the SAFE schools legislation, all Eastchester Schools have a single point of entry. If the building is locked, visitors must request entry through the intercom/buzzer system. All visitors must sign in and may be asked to wear a visitor’s name tag. Unauthorized visitations are prohibited. As an additional safety feature, external and internal security cameras are mounted at all schools.
Notifications
At the start of the new school year, school districts are required by federal and state laws to provide certain notices to parents and students. The Eastchester School District makes this information available to parents and students in various ways. Summary information will be available on the district website at www.eastchester.k12.ny.us, and/or sent home by the district or the individual schools. In addition, notices are posted in the back of this calendar.
Health
New York State law requires physical examinations by a family or school physician for students in grades 2, 4, 7, and 10, as well as for new entrants. The District recommends an examination by a family doctor. The physical forms are available in the Nurse’s office and will also be mailed home in the spring prior to the student’s entering the required grade. Registration of new students is conditioned upon providing proof of a medical examination (within the past year) and required immunizations, including Hepatitis B. Certificates of immunization are required for every student in Eastchester. Children must be immunized against polio, diphtheria, measles, mumps, and German measles (rubella). In addition, the Dtap booster is now required for all sixth grade students, age 11 or older, if the last booster shot was more than 2 years ago. The only exception to the immunization requirement is refusal based on religious conviction.
Medication at School
If a child must receive medication at school, state law requires: