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Dear Rondout Families, Faculty and Friends,
What a full and exciting week at Rondout!
Our 8th grade students had the opportunity to step out into the World of Work, participating in a series of engaging and informative site visits. Students explored a variety of career pathways through visits to Impact Networking, Dot Security, the Impact Studio, and the Forrester Hotel. These experiences provided valuable, real-world insights into fields such as technology, security, media production, and the service industry. We are grateful to our community partners for opening their doors and helping inspire our students as they begin thinking about their future paths.
We were also delighted to host our final Fledglings program of the school year! This special program brings together our youngest future Falcons—infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children who reside within the district—along with their parents or caregivers. In celebration of Earth Day, participants planted sunflower seeds, decorated pots, enjoyed stories, and sang songs together. A special thank you to our Upper School National Junior Honor Society students in grades 7 and 8, who helped lead activities and made the morning extra meaningful for our young learners.
We look forward to welcoming families back next year for our Fledglings sessions, which will take place in October, February, and April. Registration information will be available on our website this summer. As a reminder, the program is open to district residents, and all children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Another highlight of the week was one of Rondout’s most cherished traditions—today’s Special Seniors Day. It was a fun filled multi-generational experience and an annual favorite of our school community. We had an incredible turnout, and it was a memorable event for all who attended. For those joining us for the first time to those whose grandchildren will soon be graduating and bringing their Rondout Experience to a close along with those who have participated in this tradition for over a decade—smiles were plentiful and joy was in abundance.
A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated parent volunteers who made this event possible. From setting up and cleaning up, to creating personalized bookmarks, arranging refreshments, placing flowers on each table, preparing note cards for students, and welcoming and checking in guests—your thoughtful efforts made the day seamless and meaningful for everyone.
A special shout-out to Greta Hanley, the chief organizer of the event for the PTSA, whose leadership brought it all together. This Falcon favorite has been cherished for many years. While the tradition continues to grow and evolve, its impact remains the same—creating lasting memories for our students and their families.
Hoping to see some of our families at tomorrow's Family Day of Service which will focus on the garden and some outdoor planting activities. We will be here from 10 a.m. to 11:30 in the garden and planting a "sunflower fence."
Thank you for your continued partnership in making Rondout such a vibrant and connected school community. With our deepest appreciation.
Take care... Until next time...
Dr. Jenny Wojcik
Superintendent
Ms. Elizabeth Davis
Principal
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