District Update

At Kakiat S.T.E.A.M. Academy, sixth graders in Ms. Marquetti’s class explored Newton’s Laws of Motion through ballet, blending science with movement. After studying famous ballerinas and learning how dance builds strength and precision, students tried the positions themselves and saw the physics in action. The lesson culminated in essays connecting ballet to Newton’s laws, making the concepts both engaging and memorable.

East Ramapo marked Women’s History Month with its Fifth Annual Regent Judith Johnson Sheroes, celebrating inspiring role models with daily videos throughout March. The celebration culminated on March 26 with an in-person event honoring the committee, student readers and this year’s Sheroes, whose impact continues to resonate with students. The evening featured heartfelt reflections, warm reunions and a shared sense of appreciation for these influential women.

Spring Valley High School’s annual Multicultural Day brought the lower gym to life with food, music and celebration. Organized by the Multicultural Club, the event featured performances and traditions from 17 countries, highlighting the school’s growing diversity. A longtime favorite, the day continues to unite students and staff in a vibrant celebration of culture and community.

The safety and security of our students is our top priority. As part of this commitment, the East Ramapo Central School District is reviewing its transportation safety protocols, and has assigned a team to develop enhanced procedures and train building leaders to strengthen bus safety.

ERCSD families who need assistance with other transportation-related issues should first contact their child’s principal. If the matter remains unresolved, they may then contact the Transportation Department at 845-577-6490.

The safety of our students and staff is always a top priority at ERCSD. Security personnel are stationed in every school, with school resource officers assigned to both high schools, and school officials are trained to respond quickly and appropriately in the event of an emergency.

With the support of Smart Schools Bond Act funding from the New York State Education Department, the district implemented a comprehensive security initiative this school year focused on technical enhancements including the installation of security cameras, card-swipe door access, lockdown buttons and police integration in every school building. To further strengthen our practices, the district also hired a consultant to conduct a districtwide audit of security policies and procedures, including all district- and building-level safety plans. Fieldwork for the audit is nearly complete, and once finalized, the consultant will prepare a detailed report with recommendations to enhance safety practices across the district.

We are also partnering with Putnam | Northern Westchester BOCES to provide updated training for building-level security personnel and principals on emergency and lockdown drills. Families and staff are encouraged to review New York state’s S.H.E.L.L. emergency response terms; more information is available on our Safety & Security page on the district website.

The East Ramapo Central School District has established protocols for deciding whether to close or delay school or cancel programs due to inclement weather or other emergencies. For information about notifications regarding emergency closings, visit the Emergency Closings page of the district website.

We are excited to share that East Ramapo Central School District will soon transition all district, school and classroom communications from Remind to ParentSquare. ParentSquare is a comprehensive communication platform that includes all the features you are familiar with in Remind, and more.

In mid-April, you will receive an invitation to activate your ParentSquare account. More information and guidance will be shared before invitations are sent. In the meantime, please take a moment to ensure your school has your most up-to-date phone number and email address. Accurate contact information will ensure a smooth transition and uninterrupted communication.

Learn more at www.ercsd.org/parentsquare

2025-26 DISTRICT CALENDAR

ERCSD JOB FAIRS

April 11, 10-3 p.m.

April 15, 10-3 p.m.

May 7, 10-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.

More Information

FAMILY UNIVERSITY

April 8, 6 - 7 p.m.

Family University Special Edition: Math Audit Parent Presentation

April 15, 6 - 7 p.m.

Adult Education with SUNY Rockland & Finkelstein Memorial Library

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS

The next meeting of the East Ramapo Central School District Board of Education will take place on April 14 at 7:30 p.m. View the schedule for all upcoming meetings on the ERCSD website.

The East Ramapo Central School District Website ERCSD.org is the place to go for all school related information, including how to access your student's report cards, check on the school bell schedule, learn about new policies and more. There you can also access the district’s online Staff Directory which provides staff contact information and can be easily be searched by individual name, department or school.