June
From the Principal's Desk
Dear Parents and Families,
As we enter the final month of the school year, there is a great deal of excitement throughout our building. June is always a busy and rewarding time as we celebrate student accomplishments, participate in end-of-year activities, and prepare for summer break.
Our 7th and 8th grade students will soon begin final exams. We encourage all students to stay focused, complete assignments, and finish the year strong. Families can support this effort by ensuring students are well-rested, organized, and prepared each day.
Our younger students are also looking forward to special events, including the 5th and 6th grade track meet. This is always a fun opportunity for students to demonstrate teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit while enjoying friendly competition with their classmates.
We are especially proud to recognize students who have maintained Honor Roll status for three quarters this school year. These students will be celebrated at our annual Breakfast of Champions on June 6th, which honors their dedication, hard work, and academic achievement. Congratulations to all students being recognized for this accomplishment.
As the school year winds down, there will be many additional activities, celebrations, and opportunities for students to enjoy time together before summer begins. Thank you to our families for your continued support throughout the year. Your partnership plays an important role in the success of our students and school community.
We wish everyone a strong finish to the school year and a safe, relaxing summer break.
Warm regards,
Paul Clark
Middle School Principal
5th Grade
Denny Crowley
6th Grade
Kanon Meyers
7th Grade
Levi Perry
8th Grade
Dear Families,
As we wrap up another school year, June is a wonderful time to reflect on growth, accomplishments, and the friendships made along the way. Middle school students have worked hard this year, and they should be proud of all they have achieved both academically and personally.
As summer approaches, families are encouraged to help students maintain healthy routines, stay active, and continue learning through reading, creative activities, and new experiences. Summer is also an important time for students to relax, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends.
Transitions can bring excitement as well as anxiety. Whether students are moving up to a new grade level or preparing for high school, reminding them to focus on their strengths, ask for help when needed, and stay connected with supportive adults can make a big difference.
Thank you for your partnership and support throughout the school year. Wishing all of our students and families a safe, fun, and restful summer break!
Warmly,
Mary Beth Hardie
June 3 - Book Fair Ends
June 6 - 5th, 6th, and 7th grade Breakfast of Champions, 9:00am
June 8 - Spanish Speaking Exam for 8th graders
June 8 - Final Whale Watch Meeting, 6:00pm, Cafeteria
June 9 - Spanish Speaking Exam for 8th graders
June 10 - 8th grade trip to Seabreeze
June 11 - 5th and 6th grade Chorus trip to Red Wings
June 12 - Last day of classes for 7th and 8th grades
June 15 - First day of Final Exams for 7th and 8th grades
June 15 - 8th grade Luncheon and Awards
June 17 - Whale Watch trip departs
June 19 - Whale Watch trip returns
June 19 - Juneteenth, No School
June 22 - 5th and 6th grade Track Meet
June 24 - Half Day for 5th and 6th grades
June 25 - Half Day for 5th and 6th grades
June 26 - Graduation
June 2 - Fresh Connections 3:30-5:20
June 8 - Final Art Club 3:15-4:30
June 10 - Fresh Connections 3:30-5:20
June 16 - Fresh Connections 3:30-5:20
June 22 - Fresh Connections 3:30-5:20
** Summer Ag Camp will be from August 3rd-21st, more information to follow
The Odyssey of the Mind team spent the last week of May in Ames Iowa, where they competed against 53 teams in the World Finals Championships. Although they did not win, we are proud to say they came in 17th out of 53 worldwide teams, which is truly incredible. In addition to competing, they spent the week trading pins with other teams, attending a Creativity Festival and International Marketplace, visiting art museums and gardens, and had many other fabulous learning experiences. They represented the Attica community with pride.
May was another exciting and productive month for the Fresh Connections program, filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and community involvement. Students had the opportunity to strengthen their culinary skills while giving back and celebrating the people around them.
To celebrate Mother’s Day, students created thoughtful homemade gifts by assembling layered cookie mix jars. Students selected from two different cookie recipes and carefully measured and layered each ingredient into decorative jars. They personalized their gifts with fabric, ribbon, and handwritten notes, creating meaningful presents for the special women in their lives.
We were also fortunate to receive a grant from the New York Beef Council, which allowed us to purchase locally raised ground beef from Burly Bros.. Students used the beef to prepare homemade gyros, including fresh pita bread made completely from scratch. This was a brand-new recipe experience for many students and quickly became a class favorite. During the same session, a generous local family donated fresh rhubarb, which students cleaned and prepared for future baking projects.
One of the highlights of the month was our second annual Chicken BBQ Bake-Off in partnership with the Compact Team. Students worked hard preparing a variety of homemade baked goods, including brownies, cookies, and fresh rhubarb bars using the donated rhubarb. The event gave students the opportunity to showcase their baking talents while interacting with and serving members of the community. The positive feedback from customers continues to encourage and motivate our students.
We also participated in the district’s annual Wellness Day celebration. This year, Fresh Connections partnered with the cafeteria staff and technology department to create a fresh and healthy salad experience for students and staff. Students prepared fresh-cut herbs and a variety of homemade salad dressings, all of which were extremely popular. Several dressings were so well received that there is hope they may eventually be featured on the school cafeteria menu.
Overall, May was a month filled with lots of creativity and collaboration!
Health Office Reminders
As we wrap up the school year, please note that if we have any of your child’s medications here at school, we will be reaching out regarding a plan for pick-up, as no medications may be transported home with students. If you do not hear from us soon, please contact the Nurse’s Office.
Please also check your mail this summer for important information regarding the upcoming 2026–2027 school year, including required health forms and immunization information.
Students entering grades that require updated physicals or immunizations should schedule appointments early with their healthcare provider to avoid delays at the start of the school year.
With the warmer weather upon us, dehydration can happen quickly. Please make sure your child brings a reusable water bottle to school each day to help them stay hydrated. We also encourage students to dress appropriately for the weather and remember sunscreen for outdoor activities whenever possible.
Thank you for your cooperation and support throughout the school year. We wish all of our students and families a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer! As always, if you have any concerns regarding your child’s health for the 25-26 school year, please call Mrs. Cooley at 585-591-0400 extension 1214 or email at tcooley@atticacsd.org.
4-H Camp Bristol Hills Summer Camp
Looking for a place to send your kids this summer? Check out 4-H Camp Bristol Hills. We have a variety of programs available. Day programs, overnight camps and specialty camps.
https://cceontario.org/camp-bristol-hills/day-overnight-camps
The district is requesting that all student drop off and pick up for arrival and dismissal take place in the parent loop and that families no longer park along the side of the road on route 238.
Morning Drop-Off Procedures: (7:45-8:20 am) Cars should enter the parent drop off/pick up loop (far left loop) and continue to the designated drop off area. Once you enter the designated drop off area, please let your children out on the right hand side of the car, and have them cross utilizing crosswalk 29. All students being dropped off by parents will enter the school through door 29. Please proceed to exit the loop making sure to yield to any bus traffic. No vehicle traffic will be allowed in the Bus loop. There will be staff to direct students and traffic to ensure student safety.
Afternoon Pick-Up Procedures: (3:10-3:30 pm) Cars should pull into the parent drop off/pick up loop and line up along the median. Do not double-park in the far-left lane; this will enable cars to pull away once a student is picked up in the designated pick up area. Dismissal starts at 3:10 pm and exit doors 28-30 will be open. Students are able to use crosswalks 29 and 30 to cross to the parent loop to be picked up in the designated pick up area. All traffic must yield to busses at all times. There will be staff to direct students and traffic to ensure student safety.
We are aware that not all cars will be able to fit in the parent loop during our afternoon pickup. Once the lot is full we are asking all families to use the overflow lot off of route 238 adjacent to the stadium until the parent pick-up lot is no longer full. Students will also be encouraged meet any parents in the overflow lot as a walkway is connected to our secondary campus and the overflow lot. No cars will be allowed to park on route 238 during dismissal and will be monitored by our school resource officer and our local law enforcement agencies.
We thank you again for your cooperation with these changes to our procedures and look forward to promoting a safe environment for all of our students and families.