NEW MILFORD The district's school board named a new principal for New Milford High School and a new assistant superintendent at a regular meeting on Tuesday night. Following the recent resignation of New Milford High School principal Raymond Manka, several students and community members showed up at a school board meeting to support him. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one. for 30 days, $2.00 Nov. 4, 2021. We are excited to welcome Mr. Manka into our New Milford district as part of our New Milford family, and we are thrilled at his dedication to being visible and involved with the community as well as all of his educational background, said Board of Education Chairwoman Wendy Faulenbach. New Milford, NJ 07646, DAVID E. OWENS MIDDLE SCHOOL One Snyder Circle The latest staff member to resign is New Milford High School Principal Raymond Manka, who announced his news Friday, to go into effect June 30. She got her certification from Western Connecticut State University. However, he said a second-time offender would be referred to juvenile court. sgrompone@nmpsd.org. "Usually, I would have said no because they're autistic and socialization is important. Superintendent Jami Jo Thompson thanked Ippensen for his service at Norfolk High, noting that students ACT scores have increased under his leadership. "We reported it to teacher after teacher and nothing gets done," he said. ", The state's anti-bullying law directs all public school districts to develop and implement a bullying policy. LONDON (AP) Britain has reasserted its sovereignty over the Falkland Islands after Argenti, LOS ANGELES (AP) Some residents stranded in Southern California mountain communities by a , TOK, Alaska (AP) Alaskas rugged and frigid interior, where it can get as cold as minus 50, KHROMOVE, Ukraine (AP) Pressure mounted Saturday on Ukrainian troops and civilians hunkeri. Side Menu Ends, main content for this page begins, COVID-19 Guidance for the '22-'23 School Year. Mr. Raymond Manka, NMHS Principal. On Monday morning, several hundred students at New Milford High School participated in a walk-out, in an effort to keep Manka at the school. Manka has lived in New. In November, Ippensen had been announced as a finalist for the superintendent position at South Sioux City. I want to go home to my family, and Im sure they want to go home to theirs and teachers too, Olds said. But if it's a matter of safety, I'm going to have to go with safety over socialization. Ruscil said her twin sons were on the school bus in November when another student used the AirDrop feature on an iPhone to send mean remarks about her boys to other students. Manka loved it. All content copyright 2015 New Milford School District, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). Fill out the following form to nominate them: Staff Wave Nomination form here Anonymous Alerts Events Calendar Links February 2023 Empower students & teachers to become curious, creative, innovative, & insightful. "It's not that they don't try to do anything. We are very proud of the exciting programs offered to students at NMHS. The school district collaborated with the town to implement the online reporting system Anonymous Alerts, which allows students to report bullying and other safety or wellness issues to school officials. During an earlier special meeting, the Board unanimously approved the appointment of Robert Tremaglio as interim principal beginning Oct. 7. He came into a brand new computer system to all of the staff and faculty as we introduced Power School at New Milford High School. She said students who exhibit poor behavior which can include bullying can receive out-of-school suspension or in-school suspension. Manka said students may submit concerns either anonymously or with their contact information, such as their name, phone number or school email. B.F. GIBBS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 195 Sutton Place New Milford, NJ 07646 You have permission to edit this article. Im excited to work with the staff and administration to continue to show students all of the opportunities that are available to them. MLS # 23006186 Parents, I am requesting that you get involved in every aspect of the NMHS Community to guarantee your children have outstanding opportunities to learn and grow in a 21st Century facility and that they are prepared with the skills to thrive in future academic endeavors. Some New Milford High School students planned a walk out and protest today over Principal Raymond Manka resigning at the end of the school year. Some haulers caught, Arming guidance counselors? MILFORD, NH Milford's high school principal has resigned. Principal Raymond Manka at Stamford High School's 156th Graduation ceremony at M.A. Principal Raymond Manka at Stamford High School's 156th Graduation ceremony at M.A. Shortly after public comment ended, the board took a 10-minute break and then, upon returning, asked publicly for Manka to speak in regard to his resignation to which he stepped up to the podium and rescinded it. Administrative Staff Mr. Ray Manka New Milford High Principal 860-350-6647, Ext 1174 EMAIL Ray Manka Mr. Kevin Best Assistant Principal Oversees Students/Last Names A-G Ned Lamont and General Assembly leaders to to focus on offsetting a potential property tax Armageddon. Posted Tue, Sep 14, 2021 at 9:17 am ET. In some instances, bullying has been targeted toward special education children, and parents report the problem is particularly acute among middle schoolers. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Many ancient pipes in CT aren't up to the task of draining storm water, yet officials just seem to shrug. He was ready to work closer to home. NEW MILFORD The school board selected one of its own staff to move into the interim principal position at Schaghticoke Middle School during a special meeting Thursday, according . Officer John Toromanides came to her home and asked questions about the bullying incident, she said. New Milford, CT 06776 PH: 860-350-6647 | FX: 860-210-2256. One Snyder Circle Date Available: 07/01/2023. BERKLEY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 812 Berkley Street New Milford, NJ 07646. I said yes because I was afraid something would happen to them again," she said. I am proud of the work we have accomplished in the last five years, and I am confident the team at Norfolk Senior High will continue their work to prepare all students to pursue their goals for the future, Ippensen said. A CT bill would expand it. NEW MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Sandra Fox is the editor of the Ridgefield Press and The New Milford Spectrum. New Milford, NJ 07646. . This district needs to do better. A pilot for the app launched at the high school on Feb. 21. 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Manka announced his resignation Friday in an email sent to parents at the high school. Jen LaCava, an English teacher at New Milford High School and parent of two students at the school, spoke about the adjustment period Manka went through coming into his new role. He will begin his new role at MHS August 1. To contact me, please call or click the email link above. CT proposal causes confusion, concern. Parents say they have reported some incidents to the local police, prompting at least one investigation. Kevin . While she enjoys the opportunity to cover breaking news, her beat is generally focused on local profiles and school-centered stories. For younger offenders arrested for a crime for the first time, police work with the New Milford Youth Agency through its Juvenile Review Board. CT proposal causes confusion, concern. 812 Berkley Street Currie Engel was formerly a reporter with the News-Times, covering health issues and the towns of New Milford and Brookfield. This is the second interim appointment the district has made since Longo announced his departure in September. Principal's Corner. Even during the pandemic, when connection to the outside world was nearly impossible, he said he worked hard to make sure the Stamford High students had access to virtual events at least once a month where they could hear about different careers, support systems, or just open up and laugh. Mr. At the time, Tremaglio was to serve in the role until a permanent candidate was found. Its not about suspending students. Raymond Manka is principal of New Milford High School. He said he has set up summer meetings to meet some staff and to start getting settled into his new role. Mr. Raymond Manka, NMHS Principal. Boyle Stadium in Stamford, Conn., on Wednesday June 16, 2021. In the Nov. 10 report, police wrote they spoke to staff from Schaghticoke and asked for documentation. Students enrolled in Northeast Community Colleges veterinary technology program received their white lab coats and pins during a special ceremony recently in Norfolk. For example, issues related to athletics could go to the districts athletic director, while any information related to a threat made to the school buildings could go to the superintendent or building principal. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. O'Connor added the youth agency occasionally offers workshops that address bullying. He brought the class out to Long Island Sound and onto oyster boats and to data-collection sites so the students could not just hear about, but actually experience the lessons he was teaching. Youre communicating, youre collaborating, he said. Marissa Wandal, another parent of a Schaghticoke student, also reported the bullying her son has experienced to police. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Schaghticoke Middle School. He said students using the app can report their concerns by selecting from a category of issues theyre either experiencing or have witnessed in or out of school. Teachers and staff were also frustrated with the lack of time focused on Power School training, and he bore the brunt of that as well, with calmness and transparency, giving us time and opportunity to master the program Mr. Manka met these challenges head-on and kept a positive attitude throughout the entire year., She said Manka is an effective communicator and a visible presence in our building. As a teacher, I feel supported by his administration.. That experiential learning has continued to drive Mankas approach to education during his 20-year career. NEW MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL One Snyder Circle New Milford, NJ 07646. One of our goals is to improve chronic absenteeism. NEW MILFORD Local parents who say their children have faced repeated and severe bullying at school are demanding the district better prevent these incidents and discipline . Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Im ecstatic to be coming to Milford where there is emphasis on the three As: athletics, academics, and the arts. The school's principal, Greg Shugrue, is set to become the interim human resources director in the district. During the meeting, the board also appointed a new district technology director, Jeffrey Turner. He is present in nearly all student functions and champions these kids every chance that he gets. Olds said that failure isn't an option at George Wythe and that he is ready to change the school's narrative. Thank you for reading! This is just a great opportunity for us to be able to get information, get it in a timely manner and be able to dispatch resources to be more proactive and reactive, said Ray Manka, principal at the high school. A CT bill would expand it. She filed a report about that incident, and another May 2022 incident, with police. New Milford Public Schools 50 East Street New Milford, CT 06776. NEW MILFORD After two hours of heated discussion at Tuesday nights Board of Education meeting, New Milford High School Principal Raymond Manka rescinded his resignation and plans to continue leading the school. 195 Sutton Place Many ancient pipes in CT aren't up to the task of draining storm water, yet officials just seem to shrug. PrincipalPrincipal About the Principal About the Principal Mr. Lou Manuppelli It is with great pride that I welcome you to New Milford High School, home of the Knights! New Milford's policy states "case-by-case interventions shall be developed to address repeated incidents of bullying against a single individual or recurrently perpetrated bullying incidents by the same individual that may include both counseling and discipline.". As students, we have been hugely affected by COVID since March of 2020. Linda Scoralick will now serve as principal for the remainder of the academic school year after former Principal Chris Longo stepped down to take another position in another district. Ruscil said she took her sons, at the district's suggestion, off the school bus and they now ride in a minivan to school. NEW MILFORD After two hours of heated discussion at Tuesday night's Board of Education meeting, New Milford High School Principal Raymond Manka rescinded his resignation and plans to continue leading the school. Until the federal government takes its regulatory role seriously and uses the big stick that it has, corporations will attempt to self-regulate Why CT waits for $95 million from OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma. B.F. GIBBS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 195 Sutton Place New Milford, NJ 07646 BERKLEY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 812 Berkley Street New Milford, NJ 07646. The goal of the Academies is to cultivate emerging professionals who exhibit the knowledge, skill, character, and work ethic necessary for success in the global marketplace. Ruscil said she didn't learn about the messages from the school but instead from her daughter, who received a screenshot. "For minor events, it would be something like a lunch detention up to physical altercations or fights, which are out-of-school suspension, but there you really have to look at it case by case," she said. KYIV, Ukraine (AP) Russian officials accused Ukrainian saboteurs of crossing into western Russia and attacking local villages Thursday, an accusation that Ukraine denied, warning that Moscow could use the claims to justify stepping up its own assaults in the ongoing war. We are pleased to announce that Dr. Tyler Arnold will be named the new Principal of Milford High School, pending Board of Education approval in July. There are more than 70 members. Is CT recycling going into the trash? Kelly comes to Milford from the Stratford Public . Stamford High is expecting around 2,100 students next year, Manka said, and with that volume, it can sometimes be difficult to get to know all the students on a personal level. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the College of Wooster, a Masters of Arts in Teaching from Earlham College, and a PhD in Education-Leadership from Capella University. Parlato, whose first day as New Milford's superintendent was the day of the meeting,said she reached out to each of the parents and students who spoke at last week's education board meeting. Implementation of the new app comes after New Milford conducted a safety audit of all the school buildings in the wake of the elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas and an incident last April when a loaded 9mm "ghost gun" was found in a student's vehicle on the New Milford High School campus. He believes students are struggling with social and emotional learning, which is why he finds it critical to have multi-tiered support in addressing issues. Kaitlin Lyle is thrilled to nurture her journalism career as a weeklies reporter with Hearst and looks forward to becoming better acquainted with the communities in her coverage area. The last thing that we need is another new principal. Dr. Arnold comes to Milford from Winton Woods High School where he has served in the role of assistant principal for three years. They also say the middle school age is a challenging age when it comes to bullying behavior. NEW MILFORD A new anonymous tip line rolling out to students at New Milford High School is expected to help staff combat bullying and address other concerns. Cerruto said when people commita crime in town regardless of whether it involves bullying or not, they can expect to be held accountable for their behavior. Ms. Sara Grompone, Anti-Bullying Specialist 201-261-0939 x5113. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Her sons, eighth-graders at Schaghticoke Middle School, have autism and are unable to self-report bullying. We are pleased to announce that Dr. Tyler Arnold will be named the new Principal of Milford High School, pending Board of Education approval in July. These reports will then be directed toward the appropriate individuals based on the categories students select, Manka said. We want to make sure we always take time to listen, hear, investigate and respond particularly as it has to do with social-emotional wellness, safety and/or things that are outside of the school that could emerge inside of school and become problematic and district the teaching-learning environment., New Milford schools to address bullying, safety concerns via anonymous tips from students, Stratford resident stunned by earthquake destruction in Turkey, Suspect in rape at CT housing authority property rejects offer.