Raising the Barr Newsletter - MOST CURRENT EDITION
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News & Announcements
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MESSAGE FROM FOOD SERVICES
Families,
All students need healthy meals to learn! The Nanuet School District offers healthy meals (both breakfast and lunch) every school day. All students are eligible for ONE breakfast meal and ONE LUNCH meal per day. A second breakfast can be purchased @ $1.65 and a second lunch can be purchased @ $3.00. Assorted choice of milk is included in breakfast and lunch meals; water must be PURCHASED separately, see monthly menu for a la carte item prices.
Families are encouraged to complete the 2025-2026 Household Income Eligibility form. To apply, please complete this form found in the summer packet (these forms are mailed home prior to the first week of school). We have also linked the form below.
These forms have benefits beyond free meals. The forms might allow eligible families to have the following:
-Fee Waivers for SATS & ACTS
-Fee Waivers for College Application
These forms also allow the district to apply for grants and classroom resources.
Upon completion, please return the form to:
-The main office of your child’s school
-Or mail to:
Ms. MaryAnn Gregor, Food Service Director
Nanuet School District
101 Church Street
Nanuet, NY 10954
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School to Home Communication System: Parent Square
The district uses a communication system called Parent Square to send alerts out to parents, guardians and the community. Follow this video to set notification and language settings in the app or website. The Parent Square app can be downloaded from your app store. Note: The Parent Square system is synced with our eschool system, so it is VERY IMPORTANT you notify the district if you have had any changes in address, phone numbers or primary/emergency contacts.
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Home Access Information
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Jamaica Relief Drive
We are launching a Hurricane Relief Drive to support communities in Jamaica affected by recent storms. From December 1st through December 12th, we will be collecting essential items such as non-perishable food, toiletries, school supplies, and gently used clothing. Donation boxes will be located in the lobby. Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference. Let’s come together and show our support.
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Parents and Guardians: Translation Support for Personal Cell Phones
If you need translation services for Meet the Teacher and Parent Teacher Conferences, one option is to download Microsoft Translator onto a personal device.
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Check out our 2025-2025 Welcome to Barr video!
On September 3rd, we launched our day with every homeroom viewing the "Welcome to Barr" video, created by our own students and staff, as part of our PBIS launch. Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, or PBIS, is a framework for recognizing positive behaviors, making good choices, improving academic success and fostering an environment which is welcoming and respectful. This first quarter, our focus will be on building relationships, with students exploring ways to actively play a role in building and maintaining relationships.
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Principal's Welcome to the 2025-2026 Year Letter
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2025-2026 A MacArthur Barr Clubs Listing
Clubs for the 2025-2026 school year are in session! Please see the Clubs document below and check our Upcoming Events bulletin board just off the main lobby for more information. Students can join a club at any time during the year. A club is a great way to make new friends or explore an interest.
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Staff Contact Information on Website
The link to the Faculty and Staff directory, located on the bottom of the school web page, is currently not active. If you need to contact a staff member, please call the main office at 627-4047 and we will be happy to provide you with assistance.
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A. MacArthur Barr 2024-2025 Goals and Priorities Update Slides
On March 11, 2025, the Barr team presented an update to the BOE, specific to the goals and priorities of the 2024-2025 year. Our focus this year centered around communication and being literate across content areas, which are two specific areas found within the Portrait of a Graduate profile. Click the link below to view the presentation slides. You will also find a link on the last slide which takes you to a feedback form, which will be live until March 30, 2025. We hope you enjoy the glimpse into some of high quality teaching and learning taking place at Barr!
2024-2025 Barr Goals and Priorities Presentation at the 3/11/24 BOE meeting
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SCHOOL CLOSED WINTER RECESS
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SCHOOL REOPENS
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Schools Reopen
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North Rockland H.S.
Senior All-County Music Festival
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District-wide Spirit Day
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DISTRICT WIDE SPIRIT DAY!
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Message from Principal Michelle O'Sullivan
Left to Right: Assistant Principal Khris Arvanites, Principal Michelle O'Sullivan, Assistant Principal Latoya Oates
Principal’s Message
Welcome back, Barr families! I hope you all had a joyful and restful holiday break. Happy New Year! As we begin 2026, I am reminded of this quote: “The magic in new beginnings is truly the most powerful of them all.” A new year gives us a fresh start and an opportunity to set goals that inspire growth and success.
As we move into the second half of the school year, our PBIS focus for Quarter 3 will be “Being Responsible”—a perfect theme as students continue to grow academically, socially, and personally. When talking with your child(ren) about setting some goals for school, below are some suggested talking points:
- Academic: What would you like to improve this second half of the year? What steps can you take to achieve your goals? Remember, your teachers and guidance counselor are here to help! Feel free to stop down to the guidance office to speak to Mr. Arena or Mrs. Heim.
- Organizational: Are your locker and folders organized so you can easily access all your materials? What strategies can help you stay on top of your organization?
- Social: How can your words and actions demonstrate kindness and support for others at Barr? Consider how you can “start the ripple effect” by reaching out to someone who may not be in your regular friend group. How can you help make sure each fellow student at Barr feels respected?
January Reminders:
🟡 January 9: District Spirit Day – wear your black and gold!
🟡 January 14: Barr PTA Meeting at 7:30 PM.
🟡 January 23: End of Marking Period 2 and Quarter 2 PBIS Assembly. We look forward to celebrating students who have been demonstrating acceptance of others through their words and actions.
Here’s to a 2026 full of growth, kindness, and achievement! As always, feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions, suggestions or concerns.
Warm regards,
Mrs. O'Sullivan
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