Students back at Pittston Area Wednesday back to school

John Haas, principal of Pittston Area High School, announces the high school homeroom assignments for the year 2012-2013 school term are as follows. Listings are teacher, room and students' last names.

SENIORS

Mr. Richards - C-13, Adk to Coe

Mrs. Cocco - C-14, Col to Gal

Mr. L. Hazlet - C-15, Gar to Kos

Mr. Caprari - C-16, Koy to McL

Mrs. Miller - C-17, Mel to Pie

Mr. Russick - C-18, Pol to Sell

Mrs. Mattingly - C-19, Selv to Ton

Mrs. Pietras - C-21, Tra to Zon

JUNIORS

Mrs. Distasio - B-02, Ant to Care

Mr. J. Walsh - B-01, Carl to DeF

Mrs. A. Hazlet - C-02, Del to Haa

Ms. C. McGarry - C-05, Hal to Kov

Mrs. Sutton - C-06, Lan to Maz

Ms. Karaffa - C-07, McG to Nap

Mr. Anthony - C-08, Nea to Raz

Mr. T. Joyce - C-09, Rea to She

Mrs. Vincelli - C-11, Shi to Vog

Mrs. Plis - C-12, Wal to Zur

SOPHOMORES

Mrs. Getrige - B-17, Ait to Bra

Mr. Zangardi - B-16, Bul to Del

Mrs. Turner - B-15, Del to Gat

Mrs. Saunders - B-13, Gia to Joy

Ms. Rugletic - B-11, Kam to Mac

Mr. Victor - B-10, Mai to Mor

Mr. Carroll - B-08, Mor to Psa

Ms. Valeski - B-05, Pug to Sch

Ms. Martin - B-04, Sci to Vax

Mrs. Keren - B-03, Vel to Zyd

AM CAREER TECH

Mr. Burns - A-06, Alw to Whi

FRESHMEN

Mrs. Collins - A-01, Ada to Bri

Mr. Hopkins - A-02, Bro to D'El

Mrs. Verdine - A-04, Dan to Fri

Ms. Wascavich - A-05, Fro to Hug

Ms. Kotula - A-08, Ian to Lew

Mrs. Nowakowski - A-10, Lie to Mol

Mr. Amitia - A-11, Mor to Pre

Mrs. Adams - A-13, Qui to Sch

Mrs. Greenwald - A-16, She to Tho

Mr. Giambra - A-18, Tim to Zal

Parking permits

Parking permits for the 2012-2013 school year will be issued to seniors and juniors on Aug. 21, Aug. 22 and Aug. 23. Parking permits will not be issued Aug.27 and 28, due to teacher-in service. Applications can be picked up in the security office between 9 a.m. and noon on Tuesday, Aug. 21; Wednesday, Aug. 22; and Thursday, Aug.23.

Any junior or senior who wishes to drive to school must apply for and receive a parking permit before the start of school. Parking permits issued during the 2011-2012 school year are not valid for the 2012-2013 school year. In order to receive a parking permit, students must have a valid driver's license, vehicle registration, proof of insurance and the application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Freshman orientation

Pittston Area Senior High School will host a Freshmen Orientation from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28. All ninth-grade students and newly-enrolled transfer students (grades 9 thru 12) and their parents/guardians are encouraged to attend. Students and their parents are to report to the high school auditorium promptly at 9 a.m. for a short presentation. Students will have the opportunity to receive their schedules, lockers and student handbooks. Also, students and parents will have the opportunity to tour the school and meet teachers, counselors and principals.

We would like to welcome all of our new students to the Martin L. Mattei Middle School. This includes all sixth grade students as well as any seventh or eighth grade students who will be attending the middle school for the first time. In order to make the first day of school as successful and stress free as possible, we will be holding an orientation for new students. Through this orientation, students will have the opportunity to tour the building as well as learn about the school and its programs. The orientation will be held on Monday, August 27thfrom 9:00am until approximately 10:00am. All students must be accompanied by a parent or a designated adult (grandparent, aunt, uncle, adult sibling, etc), and everyone must provide their own transportation to and from the orientation. The program will begin in the Middle School Cafetorium where Mr. Bilbow, our Principal, will discuss the middle school's academic programs.Next, our Assistant Principal, Mr. Booth, will review the district's policies on discipline, the dress code, and transportation. Finally, Dr. Cosgrove, our Guidance Counselor, will address services provided by the guidance department as well as standardized testing.If you are planning on attending the orientation, please call the school at 655-2927 or 655-2928 to reserve a spot. Thank you for your cooperation, and we hope to see you at orientation.

First Day of School/Labor Day

Wednesday, August 29this the first day of the 2012-2013 school year.Students are to beIN THEIR HOMEROOMS NO LATER THAN 7:58AM.We look forward to beginning a new year with our faculty and students.

The Pittston Area School District will be closed on Friday, August 31stand Monday, September 3rdin observance of the Labor Day holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 4thaccording to the regular schedule.

Electronic Device Policy

In order to make our school a focused, positive, and safe learning environment, we remind all parents and students to review our electronic device policy.During school hours, students in possession of any cellular devices must keep said devices turned off and in their school lockers.At NO time should a cellular device be found in a students' possession in a classroom, gym, locker room, cafeteria, lavatory, hallway, etc. during the school day. Other electronic devices including but not limited to: Internet enabled devices, digital cameras,MP3 players, portable video games, etc. are NOT permitted in school unless specifically provided to a student by the district for the purpose of completing an assignment.Students found in violation of our Electronic Device Policy will have the device confiscated, and it will only be returned to the parent or guardian of the student who possessed it. Thankyou for your cooperation

Students are also reminded to review our district's Acceptable Use Policy which governs the use of our school's network by both school issued and personal electronic devices.

Timely Reminders

We would like to remind parents and students about their timely duties for the 2011-2012 school year. All students must be at school and in homeroom NO LATER THAN 7:58am. If a student fails to be in attendance at this time they will be recorded as being late. After a student has been late 3 times, disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with district policy. In addition, a parent conference will be required if a student is habitually late. We would also like to remind our parents and students that traffic approaching the school in the morning can be quite heavy, so please leave enough time to deal with any delays in order to be at school on time.

Dress Code

Parents and students are reminded to review and observe the District's structured dress code which is available through the District's web-site at www.pittstonarea.com.The intent of this policy is to ensure that our students dress appropriately, are not disruptive to the educational process, and do not compromise the safety and security of our school. While requiring a specific type of clothing, it is not our purpose to interfere with student decisions or freedom of expression. However, the safety of all students, the security of the building, and the environment in which our students learn must be the foremost objectives of our school.

Homerooms

MARTIN L. MATTEI MIDDLE SCHOOLHOMEROOM LIST

GRADE -6*BY INITIAL OF LAST NAME

MR. WRUBEL– ROOM 108 –A-CAP

MR. BARTOLI- ROOM 109 – CAR-DIB

MR. DEANGELO –ROOM 137 – DIL-GIA

MRS. BRADY –ROOM 138 – GIN-JOHNSON, A

MRS. NOONE –ROOM 139 –JOHNSON, S- LAS

MRS. BROGAN – ROOM 140- LAZ-MES

MRS. NORWOOD-ROOM 141-MIH-PEA

MRS. DIETRICK-ROOM 142-PED-SMI

MS. TIESO-ROOM 143-SOT-VES

MS. QUINN-ROOM 145-WAL-ZIN

GRADE- 7*BY INITIAL OF LAST NAME

MRS. ZALEDONIS-ROOM 201-A-BIS

MRS. DESSOYE-ROOM 203-BON-COY

MRS. MARTIN-ROOM 205-CRA-GED

MS. DONAHUE-ROOM 206-GEN-KELL

MRS. BARTNIKOWSKI-ROOM 209-KIP-MAZ

MRS. PRESTON-ROOM 210-MCA-NAW

MRS. SPERAZZA-ROOM 213-NER-RAL

MR. GREENE-ROOM 216-RAT-SHE

MR. WALSH-ROOM 250-SHU-TAL

MR. MONTAGNA-ROOM 251-THO-ZAF

GRADE- 8*BY INITIAL OF LAST NAME

MR. SERINO-ROOM 217-A-BRE

MR. D'ANGELO-ROOM 223-BRO-DIL

MRS. BARGE-ROOM 226-DOM-GOA

MS. CONLON-ROOM 227-GOL-JEN

MRS. MORGAN-ROOM 236-JOHN-LYO

MS DIAZ-ROOM 241-MAI-NEW

MR. LOBRUTTO-ROOM 242-NGY-RIZ

DR. KESKA-ROOM 243-ROB-STE

MRS. CHAUMP-ROOM248-STO-WAL

MRS. REBOVICH-ROOM 249-WAN-ZYO

Welcome Back

On behalf of the Intermediate Center administration, faculty and staff, we would like to welcome parents/guardians and students to the 2012-2013 school year. We look forward to cooperatively working with you to provide quality learning experiences for your child this coming school year in an environment that is safe, warm, and caring. Our staff is committed to providing your child with a rewarding and fulfilling educational experience. The role you play in your child's education is vitally important. Your partnership with us will form the foundation of what will be a positive and rewarding learning experience for your child.

Your child will receive his/her student handbook on the first day of school. Please take the time to review and to discuss the contents of the student handbook with your child. This will be the first step in developing your partnership with us and to ensure academic success for your child.

We look forward to working with you in the upcoming school year. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact the school's office at 654-7176.

New Faculty Members

The following faculty members are new to our faculty and/or have new positions in our building for the 2012-2013 school year:

Dr. Janet Donovan – Principal

Dr. Coreen Milazzo – Guidance

Mrs. Julie Donahue – Nurse

Mr. John Schuh – Grade 3

Ms. Tia Biscotti – Grade 3

Ms. Kelly Grimes – Grade 4

Mrs. Lynn DiGregorio – Grade 5

Mrs. Nancy Rowe – Title I Resource Teacher

Mrs. Sylvia Mariani – Title I Resource Teacher

Ms. Colleen Jablonski – Career Development

First Day of School

The first day of school is Wednesday, August 29, 2012. If you have not registered your child, please contact the school's office at 654-7176 to make an appointment.

Daily Arrival and Departure Schedule

Car and walking students may begin to arrive at 8:20 a.m. Early arriving third grade students are to report to the cafeteria. Early arriving fourth and fifth grade students are to report to the gym. All students will report to their classrooms at 8:40 a.m. Car and walking students will dismiss at 3:20 p.m. through the Middle School Main Entrance. Bus students will report to their bus rooms at 3:25 p.m. and will board the buses at 3:30 p.m.

Morning Arrival Procedure

All parents who drive their child to school in the morning are reminded to use the driveway in front of the Intermediate Center's Main Entrance. In order to keep our students safe, they are not allowed to be dropped off in the parking lot.

Breakfast and Lunch Program

The Pittston Area School District offers a complete Breakfast and Lunch Program provided by the Nutrition Group. For the 2012-2013 school year the cost of Elementary Breakfast is $1.00 and the cost of Elementary Lunch (K-5) is $1.95. Also, parents have a convenient, easy, and secure online prepayment service to deposit money into your child's school meal account at any time. This service also provides parents with the ability to view their child's balance and transaction history as well as to arrange to receive notification if their child's account needs additional funds. To access these services, simply go to the district's website at www.pittstonarea.com click on cafeteria link.

Additional lunch and breakfast information along with free and reduced applications will be sent home with your child on the first day of school.

Bus Information and Classroom Assignments

Due to confidentiality concerns, bus information and classroom assignments, parents will be notified of this information through Connect Ed.

Dress Code

The Pittston Area School District has a structured dress code for all students. Parents and students are reminded to review and to observe the district's structured dress code policy. The policy is available through the district's website at www.pittstonarea.com or a copy can be obtained in the Intermediate Center's Office.

Attendance

Parents are reminded contact the Intermediate Center Office prior to 9:30 a.m. on the day your child will be absence from school. Upon return to school, a written excuse/medical excuse must be provided to your child's homeroom teacher.

Back To School Night

The Annual Intermediate Center's Back to School Night for parents will be held on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. During the Back to School Night, all parents will have the opportunity to meet with our administration, faculty, and staff.

Save the Date

August 29, 2012 – First Day of School

August 31, 2012 – School Closed (Labor Day Holiday)

September 3, 2012 – School Closed (Labor Day Holiday)

September 4, 2012 – Classes resume

September 19, 2012 – Annual Intermediate Center's back to School Night

September 21, 2012 – Act 80 Day (Students will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m.)

September 25 & 26, 2012 – School Pictures

September 26, 2012 – PTO Meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the Middle School Cafeteria