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Somers Schools Tusker Talk

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Episodes

Superintendent's Update April 22, 2021 Supporting Students in the New School Year

In today's Superintendent's update, Dr. Ray Blanch discusses the expectation that more students than ever will need some extra support this fall when everyone returns to school. Whether it is social-emotional support, academic support, or advanced learning support, Dr. Blanch explains the changes that will take place in the student support structure at all four schools in Somers.

Apr 22, 20218 min

Superintendent's Update March 18, 2021

In today's Superintendent's Update, Dr. Ray Blanch and Somers Middle School principal Jeff Getman discuss the 40 Developmental Assets survey that students in grades 6 through 12 have been taking. They also talk about the modified reentry plan for the middle and high schools.

Mar 18, 202111 min

Superintedent's Update February 25, 2021

In today's Superintendent Update, Dr. Ray Blanch discusses the Tusker University event for parents run by faculty and staff last night, and gives an update on when all Somers students might be able to return to school full time.

Feb 25, 202110 min

Superintendent's Update 2/11/21 - Returning All Students to School Full Time

In today's Superintendent's Update, Dr. Blanch discusses bringing all students back into schools full time. Somers students in kindergarten through sixth grade have been in person since the start of the school year, and with the advent of the COVID-19 vaccines, the district is forming a plan to bring older students back as well.

Feb 11, 202114 min

DiSiena and DeRosa win Prestigious National Award

Somers High School seniors Peyton DiSiena and Kaitlyn DeRosa are the first two students in Westchester County to be named National Student Council Distinguished Leaders. This prestigious award is the culmination of a years-long process, community involvement, and a great deal of dedication. Not only do the two young women share the award - they'll be attending the same university next year.

Feb 10, 202119 min

Superintendent's Update 2.4.21 Athletics and Concerts

On today's Superintendent's Update, Dr. Ray Blanch shares information about the start of the winter season for high-risk sports. Missing all those great band, orchestra and chorus concerts, too? Dr. Blanch has an update on those as well.

Feb 04, 20217 min

Superintendent's Update January 21, 2021

Somers Superintendent Dr. Ray Blanch discusses what he thinks the rest of the school year will look like in terms of COVID-19 guidelines, what the classrooms will look like as we return to school this fall, and gives a status update on the transition to the Middle Years Program for the sixth through tenth grades.

Jan 21, 202111 min

Superintendent's Update with Dr. Ray Blanch 1.14.21

Somers Superintendent Dr. Ray Blanch shares updates on the school's plan to administer COVID-19 tests if required to do so by the State of New York, as well as new quarantine guidelines that are allowing more students to stay in school.

Jan 14, 202110 min

Be an IB Diploma Candidate

Somers High School offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate Program Diploma. An internationally respected program, IB diploma candidates are inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who are motivated to succeed. The goal of this program of study is to develop students who will build a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. Want to learn more? Watch this video of current SHS juniors and seniors in the IB Diploma program.

Jun 15, 202023 min

Guided Stress Release Exercise for Somers by Dr. Jennifer Simon

The Somers Central School District is fortunate to partner with Dr. Jennifer Simon, an accomplished meditation and mindfulness practitioner, researcher, author, and instructor in numerous meditation, mindfulness, and mind-training disciplines. Dr. Simon created this guided stress release exercise just for the Somers community. Her unique, professional approach has helped thousands of people: teens, families, executives, athletes, and more.

Apr 29, 202011 min

A Novel Idea

The eighth-graders at Somers Middle School collectively wrote millions of words in just one month as part of NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). The project builds writing stamina, gives students confidence that they can undertake such an ambitious project and confidence that they can persevere through challenging writing tasks. In this episode of Tusker Talk, the new authors share with us their favorite lines.

Mar 04, 20204 min

Are You Down with MYP?

Middle School Teachers Discuss Transition to International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program

Nov 04, 20195 min
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