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School News Update

Kindergarten Registration Information

Upcoming Events

3/17 - Science Fair
3/25 – Ladies Night Out   

NOTE: School will be in session on April 13th and May 28th due to snow days.

 
 

Photos of Special Events

 

Briarcliff Elementary

Small Wonders...A Great Beginning

Contact us

Principal
Jane Ruthkowski
(631) 821-8200

Nurse
Deb Weresnick
(631) 821-8201
(631) 821-3651 Fax
Main Office
(631) 821-8200
(631) 821-8206 Fax


18 Tower Hill Road (Click Here for Directions)
Shoreham, NY 11786
Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Briarcliff Elementary Links

Backpack Express - School Communications
1. Important Notices to Briarcliff Families
2. Principal's Report- Briarcliff Happenings
3. Principal's Book of the Month
4. Building Character at Briarcliff
5. Setting Positive Routines
6. Printable Forms
7. Changing Bus Stops

Student & Parent Resources
Parent Portal
Teacher Websites
Websites to Use At Home
Student Research Database
Suggested Read Alouds

Committees & Associations
PTA
Shared Decision Making Committee

Curriculum Information
Curriculum Guides
Leveled Booklists
Teachers College Reading & Writing Project

General Information
School History
Staff Listing

Faculty / Staff
Email Portal
Infinite Campus Portal


Important Numbers

Main Office: (631) 821-8200
Main Office Fax: (631) 821-8206
Psychologist: (631) 821-8203

Nurse/Attendance: (631) 821-8201
Nurse Fax: (631) 821-3651
Library: (631) 821-8202


Mission Statement

As our students change, programs improve and teaching practices
are refined, new beliefs emerge.  This year the faculty will be creating a new mission statement that defines our purpose as educators.

Principal’s Message

Dear Students, Parents and Guardians,

It is both an honor and a pleasure to welcome you to this extraordinary school.

Briarcliff is filled with teachers and staff who are passionate educators and are dedicated to student learning and achievement. The staff is committed to providing a supportive, safe and fun learning environment where all students are immersed in the best, current teaching practices.

This year we will continue to sustain and build upon the wonderful work presently happening at Briarcliff, so that our children become lifelong learners who grow into responsible citizens. I have no doubt that with the dedication of this fine staff, combined with parent support, central administration, and our Board of Education, our students will achieve at their highest levels.

In closing, you will quickly realize my passion and energy for my job. I truly love what I do! Rest assured your children are in good hands. Every decision I make will take into account the best interests of the children. I have always been and will continue to be a hands-on leader. Your children will always be my first priority.

I look forward to working closely with you to build a strong partnership.

Sincerely,

Jane Ruthkowski
Principal