Staff Development Day
2023-09-05

First Day of School
2023-09-06

Parent Guide to IEP-Virtually CENTERBASED CHILDREN ONLY
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)

Parent Guide to IEPs
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:30 UTC
With Barbara Pirnat, MS/Ed, Director of EI, SEIS, Related Services, Evaluations and Placement
IEP, annual reviews, related services, ESY? What does it allmean? This workshop will help you understand your child’sIEP. Come join us to discuss the components of an IEP andhelp you better understand the information included in an IEP.
*Please note: this workshop is held for families of VCLC center-based students*
To attend, please return to Heather Crean in Syosset, Maria Freemanin Levittown, or Stacy Greenberg in Karopczyc. For questions and information, contact Heather Crean at hcrean@vclc.org

School Closed Yom Kippur
2023-09-25

No School-Yom Kippur
2023-09-25

Back to School Night
2023-10-04 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Join for Back to School Night in our Syosset and Levittown locations!
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Meet your child’s teachers and related service therapists, learn about your child’s day and curriculum, see their classroom and sign up for parent-teacher conferences.
CLICK HERE FOR SYOSSET DETAILS.
CLICK HERE FOR LEVITTOWN DETAILS.

Prestige Fundraiser Due
2023-10-06 08:00 - 18:00 UTC
All order forms and payments for the Prestige fundraiser are due today.

No School- Columbus Day
2023-10-09

Gallow Spirit Day
2023-10-20
Wear PINK to help promote Breast Cancer Awareness.

Syosset & Karopczyc Spirit Week!
2023-10-23 - 2023-10-27
Our first Spirit Week of the school year will take place October 23-27 at Syosset and Karopczyc locations.
Monday 10/23 – Flannel and Plaid Day
Wear something flannel or with a plaid print.
Tuesday 10/24 – Pajama Day
Wear your favorite pajamas to school (no slippers please).
Wednesday 10/25 – Wacky Wednesday
Wear your wackiest outfit.
Thursday 10/26 – Breast Cancer Awareness Day
Wear pink to show your support.
Friday 10/27 – Halloween Spirit Day
Wear orange and black or your favorite Halloween shirt.

Fall Literacy Program
2023-10-24 - 2023-10-25
Join us on October 24 & 25 in Syosset for our Fall Literacy Program.

Each class will visit the Library where:

We will read a Fall story together!
Play in some Fall leaves (fabric ones)
Go to the pumpkin patch and pick a pumpkin

CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS.

Virtual Grandparents' Group
2023-10-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-08 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
Join us for the opportunity to discuss concerns, share ideas and gain information!
The group will meet for four sessions via Zoom.
Wednesdays, October 25, November 1, November 8 and November 15.
10:00 – 11:00 A.M.
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
If you have any questions, please call Angela Hamel, Social Worker, VCLC Family Services, at 516-921-7171, Extension 2179.

Trunk or Treat
2023-10-25 16:30 - 18:00 UTC
Join us for Variety Child Learning Center’s Halloween Celebration!
Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
4:30-6:00 p.m.
VCLC Syosset Parking Log
VCLC students and their siblings are invited to attend this free event featuring treats, games and outdoor fun.
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS.
RSVP to FamilyAssociation@VCLC.org by October 10.
Rain Date: October 26.

Gallow Spirit Day
2023-10-27
It’s spooky season! Wear black and orange or a Halloween shirt.

Fire Truck Visit
2023-10-27 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
The Bethpage Fire Department will visit our Gallow location to discuss fire safety.
Check back for time and details!

Spooktacular Halloween
2023-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 UTC

Gallow Halloween Parade
2023-10-31 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join us at the Gallow/Levittown school for our Halloween Parade!
Date: October 31
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Who: Student family members or caregiver
Where: Behind the school building in the field (72 Farmedge Rd)
Parking: It can be tricky, arrive early to check the back parking lot (turn onto Trapper and then Rt onto Carpenter). If you chose to park in the front of the building, check signage. Parking in the front loop is permitted until 2:00 p.m., however dismissal procedures start at 2:00 p.m.
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURES/FORM.

Syosset Halloween Parade
2023-10-31 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join us at the Syosset campus for our Halloween Parade!
Date: October 31
Time: 1:00 p.m.
We hope to see you there!

Wacky Wednesday
2023-11-01
We’re feeling Wacky at Syosset and Gallow this month! Celebrate with a different themes each Wednesday.
November 1 – Pajama/Loungewear Day

School Closed-Staff Development
2023-11-07

Staff Development
2023-11-07

Wacky Wednesday
2023-11-08
We’re feeling Wacky at Syosset and Gallow this month! Celebrate with a different themes each Wednesday.
November 8 – Veterans Day Spirit (red, white and blue)

Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
2023-11-08 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
Join us virtually on Wednesday, November 8, from 12-1 p.m. for a presentation on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
The presentation will focus on information for parents of children with expressive communication difficulties.
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS AND TO REGISTER. CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS AND TO REGISTER.

School Closed-Veterans Day
2023-11-10

Wacky Wednesday
2023-11-15
We’re feeling Wacky at Syosset and Gallow this month! Celebrate with a different themes each Wednesday.
November 15 – Sports Day (represent your favorite team)
