Ardsley Today

Power Outage at Ardsley Middle School Moves Math Regents to High School

According to an email from Superintendent Friedman, last night's storms caused a power outage at the Middle School this morning. Backup generators have kicked in and have allowed classes to continue for now, but, in an effort to provide optimal conditions for 8th graders to take their Math Regents test today, those students and their teachers are being transported to the High School.

The situation will continue to be monitored, according the the Superintendent, and should early dismissal be needed, another district-wide communication will be sent.

Phone Problem at Ardsley High School and Central Office

According to an email from the School District, there have been phone issues at the High School and District Central Office over the last few days. Although  Verizon and the district's phone contractor have been working to resolve the problem, there's a chance that voicemails left over the last few days were never delivered to their recipients. According to the email, the problem is expected to be fixed "within the next day." If you're waiting for a return call from a voicemail left at the High School or Central Office, you may want to check back with the person you were trying to reach.

Ardsley Day Camp Info Posted

As we turn the clocks forward this weekend (Spring Forward!), our thoughts turn to Summer. Warm days, sunny drives, and...wait! What the heck are going to do with those kids all summer?

Now may be a good time to start thinking about Ardsley Day Camp. All the information is posted on the Ardsley Schools website, where you can download a full brochure. Also, there's a new Pre-K Camp for children that are starting Kindergarten in September 2008.

In our experience, it's always great fun, and compared to other camps around Westchester, it's a bargain to boot! Check out the Ardsley Day Camp site now.

Youth Advocate Program Has Resumed

The Ardsley Youth Advocate program has resumed providing services for Ardsley teens. This program can be a resource for the youth of our community. A variety of recreation activities will be provided, many in collaboration with the Ardsley Recreation Commission. Other activities include education and consultation for teens and their parents, short-term counseling and referral to other services. The program is available to all 7th to 12th grade students who live in the community.

Currently, there is “Open Recreation” on Tuesdays and Fridays after school until 6:00 p.m. for 7th and 8th graders. All 7th and 8th graders, including students who attend private and parochial schools, are welcome to come to the Ardsley Community Center, at 18 Center Street, on Tuesday and Friday to play ping pong, foosball, pool, cards and board games or spend time with their friends.

There are two Youth Advisory boards, one for 7th and 8th graders and one for high school students. Participation on the advisory boards will give youth the opportunity to develop ideas and plan events of interest to them such as talent shows and community projects.

Allison De Luca, the Youth Advocate, is available to meet with students individually and in small groups for education, counseling, and referral for other services. Seventh and eighth graders and all high school students can meet with Allison to talk about their personal, peer, family or other issues that could increase their risk of using alcohol or other drugs, and /or concern about their peers.

If you would like to speak to the Youth Advocate,  call her directly at 914-693-7564 ext. 2524 or 674-4845. All calls will be confidential. All counseling services are free and confidential.