Tuxedo Talk
Message from the Superintendent
Dear Tuxedo Community,
As we approach the end of the year, I wanted to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes for the holiday season.
Reflecting upon the first half of the school year, I am very proud of what we have achieved. TUFSD has remained true to our commitment to foster the learning and growth of the whole student. We know that it is not just grades and test scores that indicate a student’s success; social and emotional learning (SEL) is also a crucial component of a well-rounded education. To that end, we have introduced the students to the Yale RULER program by incorporating the use of the Mood Meter in our classrooms.
I am also thrilled about the new administrative cabinet at TUFSD. We have hired some of the best educators and administrators in the industry, who equip us with the opportunity to provide the highest-quality education to our students. With this team of experienced professionals at the helm, we are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages academic excellence and personal growth.
Finally, I am very excited that our application for participation in the USDA's Community Eligibility Program (CEP) has been approved, which means all students in the Tuxedo UFSD will now receive free breakfast and lunch, as of December 1, 2023. This means that every student will have access to healthy and delicious meals every day, without the worry of cost.
We believe that this initiative will have a great impact on the health and wellbeing of our student body. A nutritious breakfast and lunch can improve concentration, boost energy levels and help maintain a healthy weight. The program will be in effect for the next four years.
As a reminder, schools are closed from December 25, 2023 to January 1, 2024. We will welcome our scholars and staff back to school on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
I look forward to returning in 2024 refreshed and ready to continue to provide our Tuxedo students with the support, instruction and nurturing school environment they need to succeed.
Happy Holidays!
Jeff White
National STEM Day
Veteran's Day ceremony
George Grant Mason and George F. Baker students participated in a variety of lessons and activities to commemorate Veteran's Day. Click the following links to read about how they honored our hometown heroes!
World Kindness Day
Principal for a Day
Second grader Virgina Potouridis won a prize in a raffle sponsored by the Tuxedo PTO to be GGM principal for a day earlier this month. Read more about how her day went!
National Honor Society/National Junior Honor Society Induction
On November 16, Twelve George F. Baker High School students were inducted in the National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society. Read more
FREE Breakfast and Lunch for all TUFSD students
We are pleased to announce that all students enrolled at Tuxedo Union Free School District will receive free breakfast and lunch beginning on December 1, 2023. Read more
Charlie Nemec
According to School Counselor Chris Oliva, George F. Baker High School senior Charlie Nemec is the only TUFSD scholar in the past 10 years who has had an interest in pursuing a post-secondary education in fashion design.
Although Charlie had always been interested in fashion, it wasn’t until recently that she realized it was something she could actually pursue. Read more about Charlie's educational experience at Tuxedo and her future plans.
Jared Kahmar
Jared Kahmar believes the best part about being an educator is having the opportunity to serve his students, families and community.
Service is at the heart of everything the new Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and George F. Baker High School Principal does. Read more about Jared here.
Capital Improvements
Financial Report
Board Agenda
Girls on the Run
The George G. Mason Girls on the Run team made up of girls in grades 3, 4 and 5, participated in a 5k fun run at Rockland Lake State Park on November 19 to commemorate the end of their season. Read more
Tuxedo Tornadoes Varsity Volleyball
Congratulations to the Tuxedo Tornadoes Varsity Volleyball team who were the Athletes of the Week for the week of November 6! The Lady Tornadoes beat Shelter Island School in the Section XI State Regional final on November 11 and went to the State Final Four!
Coach Hines and Coach Schweitzer are very proud of the team, saying “They have worked tremendously hard this season and deserve every title they have earned. Having well-minded, optimistic athletes makes it a joy to coach, and we love working with them every day.” Way to go, girls!
