A.W. Becker Community,

I hope all is well with our AWB family, here are a few updates as we begin February:

1.) We have reached the midpoint of the 25-26 school year. Like last year, it is important to me to visit each classroom to check in with all of our students and review some expectations as we enter the second half of the year. Both Ms. Johnson and I will be visiting classes and our goal is to have met with everyone by February break.

2.) We will continue to have outdoor recess as long as the temperature is above 20 degrees, so please make sure your child is dressed appropriately.

3.) With the mounting sickness around the Capital Region, I just want to share some suggested guidelines from our school nurse on when to keep your child(ren) home due to any type of sickness.

1.) I want to wish you all a Happy New Year. We are excited for what 2026 has in store for our AWB community.

2.)  We will continue to have outdoor recess as long as the temperature is above 20 degrees, so please make sure your child is dressed appropriately.

3.) With the mounting sickness around the Capital Region, I just want to share some suggested guidelines from our school nurse on when to keep your child(ren) home due to any type of sickness. (see chart below)

Stephen Doran
A.W. Becker Principal

It can be hard to know when to send children to school if they tell you that they do not feel well. Usually, the best place for them is in school, but there are some times when keeping them home to rest or calling for an appointment with your doctor or health care provider is recommended.

Please keep your child home and/or contact your doctor or health care provider for

Please keep children home until fever free without fever-reducing medicine for 24 hours. Reminding children to cover their mouths when they cough or sneeze, keep their hands away from their faces, and wash their hands often will help keep everyone healthier.

Each school year, RCS develops district and building goals that we strive to meet. This school year, AWB is starting work on four long-term goals that align with our district and BOE initiatives. These goals run through the 2029 school year. These goals serve as our compass, guiding us towards providing the best possible education and support for your children. Together, as a united school community, we are committed to ensuring the academic and social-emotional success of each student within our walls.

1.) Communication - Increase community engagement

2.) Culture and Climate - Cultivate a safe, inclusive learning environment

3.) Academic Outcomes - Provide standard aligned, relevant instruction for all students.

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Please consider joining AWB PTA, as our students and staff can greatly benefit from your involvement and contributions to the school’s program and its operations. The AWB PTA does have a Facebook page that you can join to keep up with all their events.

AWB PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION
President: Diana Buffa
1st Vice President: Terry Bylsma
2nd Vice President: Kate Muellecker
Secretary: Sarah Marino
Treasurer: Katie Pompey

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2025 – 2026 BOE Members
Michael Deyo, President
Edward Bedinotti, Vice President
Melanie Potter
Mike Coyne
Matthew Miller
Jackie Kalney
Jennifer Molino
Dan Baker

The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and the doors open at 5:45 p.m. Location, unless otherwise noted on the agenda, is the High School Library. Board meeting dates and all other information can be found on the link below.

RCS Board of Education

AWB Family Handbook

AWB Breakfast and Lunch Menu

Elementary Code of Conduct

RCS Transportation

RCS District Calendar

If you need help with anything throughout the school year, please don't hesitate to contact A.W. Becker Principal: Stephen Doran
518-756-5200 Ext 5000 or sdoran@rcscsd.org