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Sunday,
August
30
Monday,
August
31
Tuesday,
September
1
Superintendent's Conference Day
All Day
District
No Student Attendance
Superintendent's Conference Day
All Day
District
No Student Attendance
Wednesday,
September
2
District
No Student Attendance
District
No Student Attendance
Thursday,
September
3
First Day of School
All Day
District
First Day of School
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 1
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 1
All Day
South HS
Friday,
September
4
CYCLE DAY 2
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 2
All Day
South HS
Janmashtami
All Day
District
Janmashtami
All Day
District
Saturday,
September
5
Sunday,
September
6
Monday,
September
7
Labor Day
All Day
District
District Closed
Labor Day
All Day
District
District Closed
Tuesday,
September
8
SHS Picture Day
All Day
South HS
SHS Picture Day
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 3
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 3
All Day
South HS
Wednesday,
September
9
SHS Picture Day
All Day
South HS
SHS Picture Day
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 4
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 4
All Day
South HS
Thursday,
September
10
SHS Picture Day
All Day
South HS
SHS Picture Day
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 5
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 5
All Day
South HS
Friday,
September
11
CYCLE DAY 6
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 6
All Day
South HS
Patriot Day
All Day
District
Never Forget
Patriot Day
All Day
District
Never Forget
Saturday,
September
12
Rosh Hashanah
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/11
Rosh Hashanah
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/11
SHS SAT
All Day
South HS
SHS SAT
All Day
South HS
Sunday,
September
13
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
Grandparents Day
All Day
District
Grandparents Day
All Day
District
Monday,
September
14
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
Feast of the Cross
All Day
District
Feast of the Cross
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 7
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 7
All Day
South HS
Tuesday,
September
15
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 8
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 8
All Day
South HS
Wednesday,
September
16
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 1
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 1
All Day
South HS
Thursday,
September
17
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 2
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 2
All Day
South HS
Friday,
September
18
National Arts in Education Week
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 3
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 3
All Day
South HS
Saturday,
September
19
Sunday,
September
20
Monday,
September
21
International Day of Peace
All Day
District
International Day of Peace
All Day
District
Yom Kippur
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/20 - Schools Closed
Yom Kippur
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/20 - Schools Closed
Tuesday,
September
22
CYCLE DAY 4
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 4
All Day
South HS
First Day of Autumn
All Day
District
First Day of Autumn
All Day
District
Sunday,
September
27
Sukkot
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/25
Sukkot
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/25
Monday,
September
28
Sukkot
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/25
SHS Spirit Week
All Day
South HS
SHS Spirit Week
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 8
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 8
All Day
South HS
Tuesday,
September
29
Sukkot
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/25
SHS Spirit Week
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 1
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 1
All Day
South HS
Wednesday,
September
30
Sukkot
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/25
SHS Spirit Week
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 2
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 2
All Day
South HS
Thursday,
October
1
Sukkot
All Day
District
begins eve of 9/25
SHS Spirit Week
All Day
South HS
District
District
Nationals Principals Month
All Day
District
Nationals Principals Month
All Day
District
CYCLE DAY 3
All Day
South HS
CYCLE DAY 3
All Day
South HS
Saturday,
October
3
Shemini Atzeret
All Day
District
begins eve of 10/2
Shemini Atzeret
All Day
District
begins eve of 10/2
School News
![Teacher Richard Bertrand posing for a photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785333217/ccsdedu/zzsbrflfd3el1zid0w80/Bertrand_6.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785333217/ccsdedu/zzsbrflfd3el1zid0w80/Bertrand_6.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1785333217/ccsdedu/zzsbrflfd3el1zid0w80/Bertrand_6.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1785333217/ccsdedu/zzsbrflfd3el1zid0w80/Bertrand_6.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1785333217/ccsdedu/zzsbrflfd3el1zid0w80/Bertrand_6.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785333217/ccsdedu/zzsbrflfd3el1zid0w80/Bertrand_6.jpg","width":1898}])
An Orange & Rockland STEM Grant is helping Richard Bertrand transform the Socratic seminars in his classroom. "I want students to feel that their classrooms reflect the world they engage with daily," he said.
![CHSS student walking during commencement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1784822684/ccsdedu/d92sxgtbkwn0vqvwh7a4/CHSSCommencement2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1784822684/ccsdedu/d92sxgtbkwn0vqvwh7a4/CHSSCommencement2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1784822684/ccsdedu/d92sxgtbkwn0vqvwh7a4/CHSSCommencement2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1784822684/ccsdedu/d92sxgtbkwn0vqvwh7a4/CHSSCommencement2026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1784822684/ccsdedu/d92sxgtbkwn0vqvwh7a4/CHSSCommencement2026.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1784822684/ccsdedu/d92sxgtbkwn0vqvwh7a4/CHSSCommencement2026.jpg","width":2048}])
CCSD celebrated the achievements of 403 students this evening during Clarkstown High School South's Commencement Ceremony.
![students walking the halls in their caps and gowns]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781186270/ccsdedu/zklirqbrn3mwew9nxui1/WN_CHSSClapOut1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781186270/ccsdedu/zklirqbrn3mwew9nxui1/WN_CHSSClapOut1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781186270/ccsdedu/zklirqbrn3mwew9nxui1/WN_CHSSClapOut1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781186270/ccsdedu/zklirqbrn3mwew9nxui1/WN_CHSSClapOut1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781186270/ccsdedu/zklirqbrn3mwew9nxui1/WN_CHSSClapOut1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781186270/ccsdedu/zklirqbrn3mwew9nxui1/WN_CHSSClapOut1.jpg","width":2200}])
CCSD elementary schools on June 8 welcomed back a special group of visitors — graduating seniors!
![The superintendent presenting to high school students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776444920/ccsdedu/u7ghzquzdrmajh8s2gxd/DSC00784-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776444920/ccsdedu/u7ghzquzdrmajh8s2gxd/DSC00784-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776444920/ccsdedu/u7ghzquzdrmajh8s2gxd/DSC00784-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1776444920/ccsdedu/u7ghzquzdrmajh8s2gxd/DSC00784-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1776444920/ccsdedu/u7ghzquzdrmajh8s2gxd/DSC00784-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1776444920/ccsdedu/u7ghzquzdrmajh8s2gxd/DSC00784-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":2200}])
Superintendent Dr. Baiocco met with student representatives from Clarkstown high schools North and South earlier today for the latest Student Advisory Council meeting, continuing an ongoing dialogue with the Rams and Vikings.
![CHSS student participates in a robotics competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774465296/ccsdedu/r5crdertdf7c82y6ya94/_DSC8737.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774465296/ccsdedu/r5crdertdf7c82y6ya94/_DSC8737.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774465296/ccsdedu/r5crdertdf7c82y6ya94/_DSC8737.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774465296/ccsdedu/r5crdertdf7c82y6ya94/_DSC8737.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774465296/ccsdedu/r5crdertdf7c82y6ya94/_DSC8737.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1774465296/ccsdedu/r5crdertdf7c82y6ya94/_DSC8737.jpg","width":2200}])
Two robotics teams from Clarkstown high schools North and South took part in the Hudson Valley Regional of the 2026 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) from March 19-21, 2026.
![staff participates in professional development session]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774466516/ccsdedu/b0tauvyn1hamqnile9js/DSC09944-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774466516/ccsdedu/b0tauvyn1hamqnile9js/DSC09944-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774466516/ccsdedu/b0tauvyn1hamqnile9js/DSC09944-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774466516/ccsdedu/b0tauvyn1hamqnile9js/DSC09944-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774466516/ccsdedu/b0tauvyn1hamqnile9js/DSC09944-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1774466516/ccsdedu/b0tauvyn1hamqnile9js/DSC09944-Enhanced-NR.jpg","width":2200}])
Although the drop rotation schedule at Clarkstown North and South doesn't go into effect until September, our faculty and staff are already working on ways to maximize this shift. One such way they are doing so is through professional development sessions that focus on Design Thinking and Visible Thinking Routines.
District News
An Orange & Rockland STEM Grant is helping Richard Bertrand transform the Socratic seminars in his classroom. "I want students to feel that their classrooms reflect the world they engage with daily," he said.
![Clarkstown Connection]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690562400/ccsdedu/ztkpmvtztyw0emapz2vz/TheClarkstownConnection_400x300.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690562400/ccsdedu/ztkpmvtztyw0emapz2vz/TheClarkstownConnection_400x300.png","width":400}])
The June 2026 edition of the Clarkstown Connection is now available! Hear a message from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Marc Baiocco, review school highlights from the month and read more about upcoming initiatives.
CCSD celebrated the achievements of 403 students this evening during Clarkstown High School South's Commencement Ceremony.
The Clarkstown Central School District is where students become well-rounded, critical thinkers who are able to communicate effectively and become responsible, ethical, contributing members of a global society. As life-long learners, students will be able to use their respective talents and skills to collaborate, innovate and positively change their community and the world.
![financial literacy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754412596/ccsdedu/ovkuz4ojvaolrprmezau/Financial.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754412596/ccsdedu/ovkuz4ojvaolrprmezau/Financial.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754412596/ccsdedu/ovkuz4ojvaolrprmezau/Financial.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754412596/ccsdedu/ovkuz4ojvaolrprmezau/Financial.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754412596/ccsdedu/ovkuz4ojvaolrprmezau/Financial.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754412596/ccsdedu/ovkuz4ojvaolrprmezau/Financial.jpg","width":2200}])
Students learn all about money: how to make, spend, save and invest it.
![global competence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754408399/ccsdedu/ffcjuql8bc7cfcv6aiet/Global.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754408399/ccsdedu/ffcjuql8bc7cfcv6aiet/Global.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754408399/ccsdedu/ffcjuql8bc7cfcv6aiet/Global.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754408399/ccsdedu/ffcjuql8bc7cfcv6aiet/Global.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754408399/ccsdedu/ffcjuql8bc7cfcv6aiet/Global.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754408399/ccsdedu/ffcjuql8bc7cfcv6aiet/Global.jpg","width":2200}])
Our children connect with other students their age from around the world – providing a unique opportunity to learn with, and from, one another.
![technology awareness]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754408633/ccsdedu/v8tzcit2ej1ngbmgrupc/Technology.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754408633/ccsdedu/v8tzcit2ej1ngbmgrupc/Technology.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754408633/ccsdedu/v8tzcit2ej1ngbmgrupc/Technology.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754408633/ccsdedu/v8tzcit2ej1ngbmgrupc/Technology.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754408633/ccsdedu/v8tzcit2ej1ngbmgrupc/Technology.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754408633/ccsdedu/v8tzcit2ej1ngbmgrupc/Technology.jpg","width":2200}])
Keeping human relationships at the center of teaching, students learn how to use artificial intelligence (AI) ethically, responsibly and safely – taking an assistive approach to this ever-changing technology.