Elementary School
The district shall provide Academic Intervention Services (AIS) or remedial services to students who have been identified as falling below the state learning standards in English Language Arts and mathematics. Such mandated services include Academic Intervention Services (AIS) and/or remediation. Other services may include counseling and study skills.
A student’s eligibility for AIS will be determined based on his or her performance on state assessment examinations and/or in accordance with district assessment procedures. Students who score a level 1 or 2 on state tests in Math or ELA will have AIS as per commissioner’s letter and cut points; generally the classroom teacher and AIS teacher will be responsible for such services.
When it has been determined that a student needs AIS, the building principal will notify the parents in writing. The notice will outline the reason the student needs such services, the type of services to be provided. In addition, the district will provide the parents with opportunities to consult with teachers and other professional staff, regular reports on the student’s progress and information on ways to monitor and work with teachers to improve the student’s performance. Parents are encouraged to contact the school regarding our test out policy from academic intervention services. Parents will be notified when their child attains consistent success and no longer needs AIS.
Instructional Support Team (IST)
If a child shows consistent delays (concerns) impacting his/her educational performance, he/she may be referred to the Instructional Support Team for review. Teachers may refer a student any time. The team establishes a plan of action to support the child in his/her educational setting. The student is closely monitored and reviewed again to assess levels of performance. Attendance by parent/guardian is recommended. If you have questions about the IST, please contact building principal, Jeanine Kawryga, at 518-568-2014 ext. 101.
Jr./Sr. High School
The district shall provide AIS to students who have been identified as being at risk of falling below the state learning standards in English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and/or science. Such services may include additional instruction services and/or student support services such as guidance, counseling, and study skills.
A student’s eligibility for AIS will be determined based on his or her performance on state assessment examinations and/or in accordance with district assessment procedures.
When it has been determined that a student needs AIS, the Guidance Department will notify the parents, in writing. The notice will outline the reason the student needs such services, the type of services to be provided and the consequences of not achieving the performance standards. In addition, the district will provide the parents with opportunities to consult with teachers and other professional staff, regular reports on the student’s progress and information on ways to monitor and work with teachers to improve the student’s performance. Parents can contact the school regarding our test out policy from AIS.
Summer School
A high school student who fails a course may be eligible to attend summer school to earn credit or retake a Regents exam. A student can take up to two academic courses during the six-week summer school program. The superintendent will have final approval of student eligibility for summer school.