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October 2, 2026
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Board of Education Meeting, Carmel High School Library, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Board of Education Committee Meetings, Carmel High School
Audit, Facilities & Operations, 5:30 – 6:20 pm., CHS Library Lab
Board of Education meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. but are expected to consider an immediate entry into
Executive Session with a 30-minute limit. The public portion of all meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.
Note: Regular Board of Education Meetings (not committee meetings) are livestreamed on the Board of Ed page of the district website. Community members who wish to speak during Board of Education meetings are asked to sign up in advance.
DISTRICTWIDE EARLY DISMISSAL, Friday, October 9. there will be a districtwide emergency management drill on Friday, October 9 that is mandated by New York State and requires each school to dismiss students 15 minutes early.
BUDGET ADVISORY MEETING
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 a.m., Carmel High School library for one hour.
This first meeting of the budget cycle will be for the purpose of reviewing where we are in the current budget and describing our assumptions for the 2027-2028 budget, including some significant challenges we will face.
Light refreshments will be served. Join Superintendent Michael Plotkin and Assistant Superintendent Ken Silver for this introductory meeting as we start the process for the next budget cycle.
FLU CLINICS IN THE SCHOOLS
The Putnam County Department of Health is offering flu vaccination clinics in all Carmel schools this fall. Staff and students must register in advance via the link for the school that they work in or attend. Those that have not completed the registration form prior to clinic will be unable to receive the vaccine the day of the clinic.
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Matthew Paterson Elementary School - Tuesday, 10/13/2026, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Register and complete the consent form here by Tuesday, 10/6/26.
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Kent Elementary School - Wednesday, 10/14/26, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Register and complete the consent form here by Wednesday, 10/7/26.
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Kent Primary School - Wednesday, 10/14/26, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Register and complete the consent form here by Wednesday, 10/7/26.
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George Fischer Middle School -- Wednesday, 10/21/26, 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Register and complete the consent form here by Wednesday, 10/14/26.
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Carmel High School - Thursday, 10/22/26, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Register and complete the consent form here by Thursday, 10/16/26.
To register for your flu vaccine appointment:
- Click the registration link for the school that you work in/that your child (student) attends.
- Complete the requested information and questions.
- Check the box to receive SMS notifications with the appointment date.
- Parents/staff will not receive a confirmation email; an email reminder will be sent prior to clinic date.
CCSD SEPTO MEETING CALENDAR
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BEST BUDDIES BREAKFAST -- DISTRICTWIDE
Join the Best Buddies Club for a Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee's on Saturday, October 3 from 8-10 a.m.
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ENL FAMILY NIGHT - DISTRICTWIDE
English as a New Language Night on Wednesday, October 14, 6:3 p.m. - 8 p.m. is for families districtwide.
Stay Connected: GFMS PTA Facebook, GFMS PTA Instagram, GFMS PTA on the school website. |
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Fall Fundraiser
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Readings for Hispanic Heritage Month Families can celebrate together by sharing books that highlight Hispanic and Latino voices, traditions, experiences, and accomplishments. Here are some wonderful selections for students in grades K–4:
Suggested for Grades K–2
Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal
Where Are You From? by Yamile Saied Méndez
Dreamers by Yuyi Morales
Mango, Abuela, and Me by Meg Medina
Suggested for Grades 2–4
Islandborn by Junot Díaz
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré by Anika Aldamuy Denise
Separate Is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatiuh
Sonia Sotomayor: A Judge Grows in the Bronx/La juez que creció en el Bronx by Jonah Winter
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4-H CLUB
Registration is open for the 4-H Clubs in Putnam County. Kids from ages 5 and up can join a club and learn about chickens, horses, the environment, needle craft and more. See attached Flyer
EAST FISHKILL LIBRARY
For more events and information see East Fishkill Community Library
Meet the Animals of Teatown: October 12, 1 - 2 p.m. Kids ages 6+ are invited to "Meet the Animals" at the library. Staff from Teatown nature preserve will bring amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. Registration is required and this program is for kids only. Parents and caregivers are asked to wait in the library for the duration of the event. For questions contact: Mary Sekhri sekhri@eflibrary.org
KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
For more events and information see www.kentlibrary.org
Teen Volunteer Program, Mondays, 4 - 5:45 p.m. Ages 12-18. Get community service hours by helping around the Kent Library.
Bilingual Storytime, Monday, October 19, November 16 & December 21 at 11:30 a.m. Ages 2–5. A fun storytime for little ones learning English, Spanish, or both!
Paws to Read, Wednesday, October 28 starting at 4:00 p.m. Ages 5–11. Practice reading skills by reading aloud to a friendly therapy dog.
Kids Yoga, Wednesday, October 21 at 4:30 p.m., Grades K–4. Children will explore playful poses, balance activities, grounding exercises, and breath work while learning simple tools to help calm and regulate their bodies and minds.
Pumpkin Glow & Halloween Show, Monday, October 26 at 6:00 p.m. Children of all ages. Join us for Halloween music, dancing, mini trick-or-treating, crafts, tattoos, refreshments, and spooky fun! Bring your carved pumpkin for our Jack-o’-Lantern Contest—we’ll provide the tea lights!
Kent Library Free Clothing Boutique, Saturday, October 17, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. All ages.
Join us for The Great Give Back, a one-day-only pop-up boutique at the library. Browse donated items and take home FREE clothing—no purchase necessary!
Photography Workshops with Peter Glass, Select Saturdays beginning October 10 at 11:00 a.m. Ages 14 and up.
Learn photography tips and skills for your smartphone and camera from professional photographer Peter Glass.
LEGO Club, Select Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. Ages 5–10. Come build with fun LEGO challenges and creative projects!
Kids Craft Club, Select Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. Ages 5–10. Enjoy a fun story together, then bring it to life with a creative craft!
PATTERSON LIBRARY
Friday Night Film Club: The Sixth Sense - Friday, 10/2 @ 5 PM for ages 12-19.
Saturday Story Time - Saturday, 10/3 @ 11 AM for ages 2-5.
Teen Leadership Council - Tuesday, 10/6 @ 4 PM for ages 12-19. Earn community service hours, plan programs for your peers and mentor younger kids in children’s programs. Pizza will be served at all meetings.
Homeschool Hangout: Open Art - Friday, 10/9 @ 2 PM for ages 5 and up.
Teen Takeover: Social Media Safety - Tuesday, 10/20 @ 4 PM for ages 12-19. Learn how to use the Internet safely and avoid internet trolls so you can surf the web with confidence!
REED MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Register at Carmellibrary.org, (845) 225-2439
Little Reeders Playgroup- A Drop-In caregivers group. Meets on Thursdays beginning October 8, 10:30 a.m.-Noon.
Looking for a place to connect with other local caregivers while your little one learns and plays? Join us for a relaxed morning of stories, crafts, snacks, and open play designed for children ages 2+.
October Crafternoon- For children ages 5 & up. October 13, 4:30 p.m. Meet local author Mina Elwell-writer of the Undercover Monster graphic novel. We will do a monster craft and make a spooky snack.
PATTERSON RECREATION DEPARTMENT
For more info, see pattersonny.myrec.com
Youth Winter Basketball League: Pre-K through 8th grade, with divisions for Pre-K, K–1, 2–3, 4–5, and 6–8. We are also looking for volunteer coaches for teams in each division. Coaches must complete a Volunteer Packet and five mandatory courses.
VIP Sports Soccer: Soccer Clinic for children who prefer a small group setting. For those age 4 to 17, a dedicated special needs program. For more info, email Sarah Sibajene, at: sesibajene@gmail.com
CARMEL UNITED SOCCER
Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Recreational Soccer Registration is open. For players from 3 years old through 13 years old (players born between 2013-2023. When you register for the Fall, you automatically receive the Spring season with it.
Carmel United has a few Travel teams looking for 1-2 more players for the Fall 2026/Spring 2027 season:
- Boys U13 Impact: boys born between 8/1/2013 and 7/31/2014
- Girls U12/13 Cheetahs: girls born between 8/1/2013 and 7/31/2015
- Girls U08/09 Sirens: girls born between 8/1/2017 and 7/31/2019
- Boys HS Titans: boys born between 8/1/2007 and 7/31/2010
Travel games are typically played on Sundays. If you are interested, please email us at info@carmelsoccer.com. For additional information about our Travel soccer program, please visit www.carmelsoccer.com/travel-soccer.html.
CAMP HERRLICH
Before and After School Programs at Camp Herrlich, admission is rolling! Our award-winning programs run for all the days school is open, including half days. We open at 6:30am, close at 6:30pm, and include tons of great activities, time for homework, clubs, and so much more on our beautiful property. Children are transported by CCSD to and from Camp Herrlich. Get info and register at www.campherrlich.org/school-age-child-care
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