Health Screenings
Physicals
New York State Education law requires all new students to the district as well as, students in Pre-K or K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11, to have physical exams. They are due in the health office by October 15. It is best to have this done by your own physician. If that is not possible, the nurse can arrange to have your child seen by the doctor retained for our school for a very brief assessment. Forms are available in the nurses office and on our website to give to your doctor. Only NYS Health Examination Forms are accepted, click here to download. If you have scheduled a physical beyond October 15 please let the nurse know. Physicals completed during the prior school year are perfectly acceptable.
Hearing Screening
This is done for all new entrants to the district as well as, students in Pre-K or K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11, and any time a student, parent or teacher makes a request. A pure tone sweep screening will be conducted. If your child responds outside of the normal range as indicated by the New York State Education Department he/she will be re-screened with the pure tone threshold test. If your child fails again a referral for your health care provider will be sent home. If the nurse feels your child’s head cold or ear infection is the reason for failure, the nurse will re-screen at a later date.
Vision Screening
New York State requires students to be able to see at 20/30 acuity or better. Anything less than this will result in a referral. Screening for near vision and distance will be required for students in grades K, 1, 3, 5, 7 and 11. All new entrants and Pre-K students will be screened for color blindness, distance and near vision during their first year at their school.
Scoliosis
New York State requires screening in grade 5 and 7 for girls and 9 for boys. Your child will be examined for spinal curvatures in the spring. A referral will be sent home only for positive findings.
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All Plainedge schools will be open on Tuesday, January 27, at their regularly scheduled times. In addition, all afterschool and evening activities will proceed as scheduled.
Please keep in mind that while main roads are largely clear, some side streets may still pose challenges for vehicular traffic, including our school buses. If you are driving to our schools, please note that snow piles have altered parking availability in some areas. You may need to park in a different location than usual along certain streets, so we encourage you to plan accordingly.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued partnership as we worked through this weather event together. We truly appreciate the support and cooperation of our families, staff, and students in helping ensure a safe return to school. Please stay safe and warm.
Due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions, all school buildings will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, and students will proceed with a remote learning day.
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At the November 18, 2025 Board of Education meeting, the Board of Education shared exciting plans to re-launch a committee focused on reviewing proposed capital improvements to provide students with a safe and welcoming learning environment while maintaining fiscal responsibility. We’d love for you to apply and be considered for this important work!
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Plainedge Public Schools are closed today- Monday, January 19,2026 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
The Cornell Cooperative Extension 4H Dairy Program lets students dive into the local dairy world, seeing milk’s journey from the farm to your fridge, discovering exciting dairy careers, and learning so much more along the way.
Fun fact: one cow can produce up to 8 gallons of milk a day!
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Plainedge Fitness Center Open House: Join us for an inside look at our state-of-the-art fitness center!
Friday,January 9 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Sunday,January 11 | 11:00 AM–1:00PM
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📝 On-site membership registration available
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🏒✨ Saturday night was a win on and off the ice! The New York Islanders’ Teacher of the Month, Charles E. Schwarting Elementary School teacher Megan Bender, celebrated an exciting overtime victory and scored big for her classroom, too!
Megan received $500 in classroom supplies, generously sponsored by Xerox. Congrats, Megan, and thank you for all you do! 📚💙🧡🍎
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Plainedge Fitness Center Open House:
Join us for an inside look at our state-of-the-art fitness center!
🔴Friday, January 9, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
🔴Sunday, January 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
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Happy New Year, Plainedge Community!
The Plainedge Public Schools Central Administration and Board of Education wish everyone a very happy and healthy New Year 2026!
