Good Evening Birch Lane Families,

We had a terrific first day of school! It was wonderful to see all the smiling faces and feel the positive energy from our students and staff.

A big thank you to our PTA and to all of the families who donated items for our staff luncheon. Everything was delicious! We are very grateful for your generosity and support!

A few reminders as we head into Day 2:

Our Drop and Go arrival procedure will begin tomorrow morning on Nassau Street. Please remember that parking is not permitted on Nassau Street. Families who wish to park and walk their children to the building should use Beacon Drive.
Drop and Go_Nassau Street

Tomorrow is the first day of Kindergarten! All kindergarten families are invited to attend the PTA-sponsored Boo Hoo Breakfast. The breakfast will begin after student arrival. Families attending should enter through the GP Room doors located at the main entrance.
Boohoo Breakfast

Please notify us of any daily dismissal changes in writing. If your child will have a different dismissal arrangement, please send in a note to their classroom teacher. If a dismissal change needs to be made after the school day has begun, please do not send an email. Instead, call Ms. Cohen in the main office, and she will relay the information to the appropriate staff members.

We are looking forward to another great day tomorrow! Enjoy your evening.

Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Kindergarten Families,

It has come to our attention that many families have still not received their packets. We do not know the reason for the delay and apologize for this inconvenience. We will be putting together extra packets and lanyards for those who are still waiting for them to come. If you are in need of a packet, please complete the form linked below. We will have packets ready and hand deliver them to you when you pick your child up from Orientation.

https://forms.gle/7nPAigxZoSXdbZAd8

We are looking forward to seeing you tomorrow morning.

Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,

We hope that you had a nice weekend! We are super excited for Wednesday morning! A few reminders before we open our doors…

The first day of school
Grades 1-5: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Kindergarten: Thursday, September 3, 2026

Classroom Snacks
All snacks sent into our classrooms must be peanut/tree nut free. You will receive a separate letter in your child’s first day folder if there are any other contact allergens that must be avoided inside their individual classroom.

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
Please click on the links below for detailed information regarding our arrival and dismissal procedures:
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LkgL1MWwNIdRT6R7b8Gst7zIiY1S59Oc/view?usp=drive_link
Arrival Map 2026-2027: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xsSXCFGznrzcjZOEYIhnUooVVtAUDV0x/view?usp=drive_link
Dismissal Map 2026-2027: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j2pgfoFhjoU96IrJfh1t_sF2Yn38T2X4/view?usp=drive_link

Drop and Go
Our drop and go arrival procedure will begin on Thursday, September 3rd. Please click on the link for detailed information on this procedure:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lJmZEAbGm0UqEJBzqJSpNPSfS6WKDS9w/view?usp=drive_link


With Purpose Foundation Backpack Drive:
Collection bins will be in the main lobby throughout the month of September
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wd-kqF8OfCSOSBvQyJFCOxTtfRdffNSy/view?usp=drive_link


Best,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Morning Kindergarten Families,

We have had a few inquiries about orientation on Wednesday. Please note that a mailing went out last week that includes all the information needed to start your school year. If you have not yet received this mailing (look for a manila envelope), you should be receiving it today. I have included a link below for Orientation information.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K6MbLTnz-q9SEPx7yRM8ok5if71J8fiU/view?usp=drive_link

Best Regards,

Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Fourth and Fifth Grade Families,

We hope that you are enjoying these last few days of summer and that you are as excited as we are to start a new year!

As you know, we have many procedures in place to ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all of our students. One procedure that we implement is that we allow our fourth and fifth grade walkers to be dismissed on their own with written permission from a parent/guardian. Many families like to take advantage of this option, especially when they are picking up younger siblings from different classrooms. If your child is a walker and you would like his/her classroom teacher to dismiss them on their own, kindly click on the link below and complete the form.

If your child typically takes the bus, but may ride his/her bike or be a walker at times, and you would like his/her classroom teacher to dismiss them on their own on those days, you may also click the link and complete the form below. Please note, that this would be considered a dismissal change. Please remember to always send your child's classroom teacher a note indicating the change for that day.

https://forms.gle/tJ6UvGZbGrsVagm39

As always, please feel free to give us a call with any questions

Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Dear Elementary Parents/Guardians,

As we prepare for the start of the 2026-27 school year, we invite you to read the Massapequa Technology Information Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Pw-02s3j_4Anrm5gyv3pcFT87-EMiit0m8HRZtmXK-Y/edit?tab=t.0

The letter contains important information about staying connected with the Massapequa School District, Parent Portal access, bus information if applicable, the absence notification form, student document upload form, student Chromebooks, the Clever Portal, Schoology, and technology resources and support.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Good Morning Birch Lane Families,

We hope you have enjoyed a relaxing summer and are as excited as we are for the start of a new school year. Over the past few months, we have been busy preparing for the return of our students and staff, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back.

The first day of school is as follows:
Grades 1-5: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Kindergarten: Thursday, September 3, 2026

Back-to-School Night is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Additional details will be sent home on the first day of school.

Kindly take a few moments to review all the information below.

Teacher Assignments:
The Parent Portal will open for teacher assignments and class schedules on Tuesday, August 25, at 10:30 a.m. Parents and guardians of students in Grades 1 through 5 are encouraged to confirm that they can access their Parent Portal accounts before August 25th. Kindergarten parents should have received a letter with instructions for creating a portal account or adding a student to your existing account. Please contact our main office if you have not received this letter.

Medication Drop-Off
Mr. Delgenio will be available on the following dates for medication drop-off:
8/25: 9:00 - 12:00
8/26: 9:00 - 12:00
8/27: 12:00 - 3:00
Drop off will be in the main lobby.

Transportation:
Families of students who are eligible for transportation will have access to that information on the Parent Portal on the 25th as well. If you have any questions on the information provided or eligibility, please contact the district transportation department.

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures:
Please click on the links below for detailed information regarding our arrival and dismissal procedures:
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures 2026-27.pdf
Arrival Map 2026-2027
Dismissal Map 2026-2027.pdf

District Information
Stay Connected with MSD
Delayed School Opening

We are excited to see all of you in September and begin another wonderful year together. Until then, enjoy the remainder of your summer break!

Stephen Aspetti, Joyce Larkin, and Stefanie DelGiorno

Dear MSD Grade 1-12 Parents/Guardians,

In preparation for the new school year, we ask that you please check your child(ren)’s district-assigned Chromebook(s).

Reminder from our summer technology information email: If your child needs a physical Chromebook repair over the summer months or prior to the start of the new school year, we ask that you please drop-off the Chromebook at the district office with the front monitor between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. (If a non-physical repair, please follow the troubleshooting steps located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech > Student Chromebooks prior to drop-off.)

Update: If you need a repair, please drop-off the Chromebook in the district office by August 21. If after August 21, please ask your child to visit their elementary school Computer Lab or secondary school Chrome Depot on the first day of school.

Please note, all incoming elementary students (i.e. Kindergarten, school district transfers, etc.) will receive a Chromebook and account information in their class at the start of the new school year. All incoming secondary students will receive a Chromebook and account information during school orientation days or at the start of the new school year.

If you need additional support, we ask that you please visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear K-12 Parents/Guardians,

We hope you are enjoying your summer! Beginning this school year, information for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 will be shared by each school principal through email, the district website, and our app. Kindergarten families will continue to receive a summer mailing with instructions for creating a Parent Portal account or adding a student to an existing account.

Families should look for important back to school information from their child’s school later this month. As a reminder, if you do not already have our district, school, and teacher communication app, please download it now at www.msd.k12.ny.us/connect.

The Parent Portal will open for teacher assignments and class schedules on Tuesday, August 25, according to the schedule below. Parents and guardians of students in Grades 1 through 12 are encouraged to confirm that they can access their Parent Portal accounts before August 25. Kindergarten parents and guardians should check their mail later this month for their Parent Portal information.

Grade 1-12 Parents: To access the Parent Portal, visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentportal and sign in using your username and password. If you have forgotten your username or password, select the “Forgot Username or Password” link. For additional assistance, please email powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

August 25 Parent Portal Opening Times by School - Please mark your calendars.
MHS: 9:00 a.m.
BMS: 9:30 a.m.
AHS: 10:00 a.m.
BLE, ELE, and FFE: 10:30 a.m.
LHE, MKE, and UQE: 11:00 a.m.

We look forward to welcoming our students and families back for the new school year.

Sincerely,
Massapequa School District

2026-27 School Year - Returning Students

Dear Grade 1-12 Parents/Guardians,

To ensure we have the most accurate and up-to-date information on file, the Massapequa School District requires all parents/guardians to annually review and update their child's demographic information, emergency contacts, and required district acknowledgements.

All PowerSchool contact 1 parents will be receiving an email from PowerSchool Enrollment. We ask that you please read this email and follow the directions to complete the form.

Thank you for your continued support.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear Massapequa Community,

Today’s Air Quality Index is forecasted to be at an unhealthy level for the duration of today, July 16, 2026. As a result, we have required that all extended school year, summer recreation, and sports camp activities be moved indoors. All indoor field trips will remain as scheduled.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Sincerely,

The Massapequa School District

Dear Birch Lane Families,

As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year, we are excited to invite families who are interested in serving as a Class Parent to complete the attached Class Parent Interest Form.

Class Parents play an important role in supporting our teachers, students, and PTA throughout the school year. Two Class Parents will be selected by lottery for each classroom once class assignments have been finalized. Families selected for this role will be notified via email prior to the first day of school.

Class Parent responsibilities include:

Preparing and distributing class contact lists
Collecting and managing class dues throughout the year
Assisting the teacher with coordinating class celebrations
Organizing class baskets for PTA fundraisers
Coordinating holiday, teacher appreciation, and year-end class gifts
Sharing important PTA and school information with your class
Attending select class trips (as determined by the teacher)
Assisting with Field Day in June
Please note that, per school policy, younger siblings are not permitted to attend events where Class Parents are serving in an official volunteer capacity. Appropriate childcare arrangements should be made when necessary.

To serve as a Class Parent, volunteers must:

Be a current PTA member (PTA membership for the 2026–2027 school year opens in July.)
Attend a minimum of three (3) PTA General Meetings during the school year, either in person or via Zoom.
Be willing to serve as a communication liaison between the PTA, teacher, and classroom families.
If you are interested in being considered, please complete the attached Class Parent Interest Form by July 15, 2026.

Please note:

Complete a separate form for each child if you wish to be considered for multiple classrooms.
Submitting the interest form does not guarantee selection as a Class Parent. All Class Parents will be selected by lottery after class assignments are finalized.
Thank you for your interest in supporting our students, teachers, and the Birch Lane community. We truly appreciate your willingness to volunteer and look forward to another wonderful school year!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BSVwtx6dIYFC8umX51cX0yT6NHSDYNVB/view?usp=drive_link

Warm regards,

Lauren Carollo
President, Birch Lane PTA

MSD: Elementary Report Cards Available

Dear Elementary Parents/Guardians,

As a reminder, elementary report cards were posted to the Parent Portal yesterday 6/26 at 10:30 AM. To access your child’s report card:
1. Sign in to the Parent Portal Web - https://msdps.powerschool.com/public (Report Cards not available through the Parent Portal App)
2. Click the Student Reports icon located in the navigation menu.
3. Under Archived Reports, select the report card.

If you need help accessing your Parent Portal account, please use the “Forgot Username or Forgot Password” link. If you continue to experience issues, email our PowerSchool support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

Have a wonderful summer!

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

MSD End of Year and Summer Technology Information (All Parents/Guardians)

Dear MSD Parents/Guardians,

We ask that you please note the following important summer technology information:

• All current K-11 students that are enrolled in the Massapequa School District for the 2026-27 school year will have access to most digital platforms/resources located on www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.

• All of these resources can be accessed from our district Clever Portal located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/clever and all tutorials are located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech. 

  
  

• All student usernames and passwords are located on the Parent Portal Student Portfolio page.

  • Please note, we recently transitioned our current Kindergarten students from Clever badges to usernames and passwords.

    
    

• If you need additional support over the summer months, we ask that you please complete our summer account support request form located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech. 

  • Students enrolled in secondary Summer School have access to a computer lab for account support.

    
    

• All current Grade K-11 students that are enrolled in the Massapequa School District for the 2026-27 school year keep their Chromebooks over the summer months.

  • As a reminder, all parents and students must follow the previously acknowledged Learning… Anytime Anywhere Handbook agreement located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech > Student Chromebooks dropdown. (Parent/Guardian and Student responsibilities, Chromebook care, etc.)

  • It is important for students to charge their Chromebooks throughout the summer to prevent battery issues in September.

  • All students exiting the Massapequa School District (e.g. Graduating seniors, school district transfers, etc.) are responsible for the return of their Chromebook to their home school prior to leaving on their last day.

  • Exiting students can transfer or download their Google Drives by following these directions – Takeout or Transfer.

  • All building loaner Chromebooks must be returned prior to leaving on the last day. If a student Chromebook is in for repair, we will contact you once the Chromebook is ready for pick-up.

  • If your child needs a physical Chromebook repair over the summer months or prior to the start of the new school year, we ask that you please drop-off the Chromebook at the district office with the front monitor between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. (Please follow the troubleshooting steps located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech > Student Chromebooks dropdown - prior to drop-off.)

  • Students enrolled in secondary Summer School have access to a computer lab for support and repairs.

  • All incoming Massapequa School District students (e.g. Kindergarten, school district transfers, etc.) will receive an assigned Chromebook at the start of the new school year.

• Please visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/connect to learn about all the ways to stay connected with the Massapequa School District.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District