Nyack Middle School

Dear Parents/Guardians,

I hope that you have enjoyed a relaxing summer with your family and friends. 

As the new school year begins, I want to let you know how excited I am to be the principal of this outstanding school. I look forward to working with you to help make this year a positive experience for your son/daughter.  

Middle school is a time filled with transitions and changes for our children. We must support and guide our students through this point in their lives. Together we must not only develop their academic skills but their character as well. Creating an environment where every Nyack Middle School family member is valued and respected is essential to a positive school culture. The staff of Nyack Middle School is committed to supporting your child with positive words of encouragement as well as high expectations of academic success.  

The world is forever changed due to the effects of COVID -19 and the disruption to everyday life caused by the pandemic. As we strive to return to normalcy, we must continue to practice the 3 W’s to ensure the safety and welfare of our students:

• Wear

a Mask - All students are required to have a mask on when inside NMS.

• Watch

your distance - Our desks are spaced 3 feet apart per the CDC's guidelines for the safe reopening of schools.

• Wash

your hands - Students will use hand sanitizer when entering the classroom.

We, as a school, will continue our tradition of academic excellence by pushing the boundaries of what our students think they can achieve. We will continue to integrate 21st-century ideals of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity into our lessons. These skills are critical in preparing our students to be productive members of an ever-changing society.

We also expect our students to display the highest level of character and integrity. I have attached our PRIDE chart of expected behavior. Please take a moment to review this with your child.  

During the first days of school, the administrators and teachers will meet with the students during grade-level orientations. We will discuss our high expectations for academics, daily routines, programs, COVID-19 safety protocols, and school rules. At this time, we will also answer any questions your child may have.  

The majority of our students will arrive via bus. Any questions concerning your child's bus route should be directed to our transportation department (845-353-7028).  If you plan on driving your child to school, please do not drop your child off before 8:05 am. You must only enter using the Dickinson Avenue entrance. Parents can no longer use the former Nyack College Campus as a drop-off point. If you pick your child up at dismissal, please do not arrive on campus until 2:55 pm.

It is my belief that the school, parents, and students must work together to achieve success. I look forward to strengthening this partnership throughout this school year. There will be Principal emails that will keep you informed of the events occurring at Nyack Middle School. Please do not hesitate to email me or make an appointment to see me if you have any concerns. 

Once again, I look forward to working together with you and your child to ensure a successful school year.  

Sincerely,

David A. Johnson

Principal -Nyack Middle School

845-353-7200

djohnson@nyackschools.org

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