MCSD NEWSLETTER
Each week the Millbrook CSD Administrative Team gathers to highlight what has been happening around the district. Click here for this week’s edition of the Millbrook MINUTE. | |
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Registration is OPEN for Millbrook Continuing Ed Summer Programs! Visit our website to sign up for the summer Continuing Ed Programs! iHere you will find course descriptions and links to FamilyID where you can register and pay ONLINE using MuniciPAY! If you prefer to send in paper registration, print out the registration form linked on the website and mail or drop off the form with payment. Choose from art, language, safety, writing, music, brain games or history! Thank you to all of our instructors for submitting such a variety of options! Register no later than June 27th to secure your seat! | |
Dutchess County Health Department Offers Drowning Prevention Seminars for Summer Swim Safety POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – With the summer swimming season quickly approaching, the Dutchess County Department of Health (DCDOH) is hosting a series of Drowning Prevention Seminars to raise awareness about how to quickly identify a swimmer in distress. These seminars are open to lifeguards, people who have supervision responsibilities for swimming activities, as well as residents interested in protecting loved ones. “Drowning looks very different in real life than it does in the movies. Knowing the signs of drowning and always staying vigilant helps keep summer fun and safe to enjoy,” said Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino. “Our Health Department’s annual Drowning Prevention Seminars teach you how to recognize the signs of struggle and help prevent drownings.” Drowning is often “silent” with very little splashing or cries for help. Distressed swimmers cannot call out for help because they are struggling to breathe. However, there are predictable movement patterns/signs of drowning and DCDOH’s Drowning Prevention Seminars teach people how to identify the patterns of drowning and act quickly to save a drowning swimmer. The presentation will offer guidance for supervising swimmers, how to identify swimmers in distress, an informative video on drowning victim recognition, and a time to discuss lifeguard duties and responsibilities as they relate to DCDOH regulations. All participants who successfully complete the program will be awarded a certificate of attendance. 2025 Drowning Prevention Seminar dates are as follows:
The schedule can also be found online. Check back often as additional dates may be added or locations/times changed after publication. Seating for the seminars is limited. To make a reservation, please contact DCDOH, Monday-Friday from 9AM - 5PM, at (845) 486-3404 or by e-mail to ehs@dutchessny.gov. The Department asks that reservations are made at least two days prior to the event. Please direct all information requests to the DCDOH and not the individual seminar sites. Facilities interested in setting up a training session for lifeguards or members of a homeowners’ association may also contact the Department. To learn more about the Dutchess County Department of Health, visit dutchessny.gov/health. | |
Register today so you don’t miss your chance! GET READY to spend a late morning with us watching a free sensory friendly viewing of the new release of How to Train Your Dragon!! County to Host Free Sensory-Sensitive DreamWorks’ live-action ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – As part of Dutchess County’s ongoing efforts to build an inclusive community for those with disabilities, Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino invites families and residents of all abilities to a free sensory-sensitive screening of “How to Train Your Dragon” on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Lyceum Cinemas, 15 Old Farm Road in Red Hook. Doors open at 10 a.m., and the movie will begin at 10:30 a.m. Registration for this free event is required, and residents can register online at dutchessny.gov/movie. Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino said, “We’re thrilled to bring this sensory-friendly movie experience to Red Hook, providing a fun and inclusive atmosphere for neighbors of all abilities. This free event is thoughtfully designed to ensure everyone can relax and enjoy 'How to Train Your Dragon' in a comfortable and welcoming setting.” The theater will modify lighting and sound levels to create a more comfortable experience for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and those with sensory sensitivities. Closed captioning will also be provided. This free event is open to individuals, families, and support organizations. Concessions will be available for purchase; outside food and beverages are not allowed. Dutchess County’s ThinkDIFFERENTLY initiative is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for people of all abilities. For more information or to view upcoming events, visit http://www.thinkdifferently.net. | |
Virtual College Fair Experience NACAC is holding Virtual College Fairs! To learn more about Attendee Registration visit their website at https://www.nacacattend.org/fairs. Students, counselors, and parents - connect with hundreds of colleges and universities here! The Spring Fair schedule begins March 22nd! | |
Principals’ Newsletters are OUT! If you missed the email with links to your principal’s newsletter, no worries. Click on the link below! They are filled with valuable information! | |
Student Services Website The Student Services website is a great resource for students and families. Please check out the details by clicking here. | |
Learn more about the Relatives and Parents Program! | |
NAMI Mid-Hudson is dedicated to engaging high school & college students, offering resources like the Mental Health College Guide and Say It Out Loud Game. Check it out below… Did You Know 75% of All Mental Health Conditions Begin by Age 24?That’s why the college years are so critical for understanding and talking about mental health, and why NAMI partnered with the Jed Foundation to develop the Mental Health College Guide. | |
Say It Out Loud: Creating Connections Through Conversations!Created by young people for young people, NAMI Say It Out Loud is a free online card game that will bring you closer to your friends through conversation prompts about life, relationships, and mental health. |
