Parents Bill of Rights
The Plainedge Union Free School District is committed to protecting the privacy and security of each and every student’s data. Parents should be aware of the following rights they have concerning their child’s data:
1. A student’s personally identifiable information cannot be sold or released for any commercial purposes.
- Parents have the right to inspect and review the complete contents of their child’s education
- The confidentiality of a student’s personally identifiable information is protected by existing state and federal laws, and safeguards such as encryption, firewalls, and password protection, must be in place when data is stored or Third party contractors are required to employ technology, safeguards and practices that align with the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework.
- A complete list of all student data elements collected by the State Education Department is available for public review at: https://www.nysed.gov/data-privacy-security/student-data-inventory or by writing to the Chief Privacy Officer, New York State Education Department, 89 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12234.
- Parents have the right to file complaints about possible breaches of student data. Parents may submit a complaint regarding a potential breach by the District to Dr. Guy J. Le Vaillant, Deputy Superintendent, Office of Human Resources and Instructional Technology, 241 Wyngate Drive, North Massapequa, NY 11758. The School District shall promptly acknowledge any complaints received and commence an investigation into the complaint, while taking the necessary precautions to protect personally identifiable information. The School District shall provide a response detailing its findings from the investigation no more than sixty (60) days after receipt of the complaint. Complaints pertaining to the State Education Department or one of its third party vendors may be submitted to NYSED at https://www.nysed.gov/data-privacy-security/report-improper-disclosure by mail to the Chief Privacy Officer, New York State Education Department, 89 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12234, or email to privacy@nysed.gov or by telephone at (518) 474-0937.
- In the event of a data breach or unauthorized disclosure of students’ personally identifiable information, third party contractors are required by law to notify in accordance with applicable laws and regulations if a breach or unauthorized release of PII occurs.
- If the District enters into a contract with a third party in which student, teacher, or principal data is shared with a third party, supplemental information for each such contract will be appended to this Parents’ Bill of
- Parents may access the State Education Department’s Parents’ Bill of Rights at: https://www.nysed.gov/common/nysed/files/programs/data-privacy-security/parents-bill-of-rights_2.pdf
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On behalf of the Board of Education and Plainedge Public Schools, we offer so much gratitude to each and every law enforcement officer and first responder who spent their afternoon with us at our three elementary schools, middle and high school. The hands-on experiences and real-life examples you shared with our students have left a lasting impression.
Some of our favorite moments that we shared were:
• Hearing your stories
• Participating in Self-Defense
• Meeting your K9 and learning about drones
• Crime Scene Investigation, Forensics & Fingerprinting
• Fitness Course
• Fire Safety
• Learning about your life-saving tools + equipment
Special thank you to the PFT for providing a welcome Breakfast and lunch for our first responders.
#WeArePlainedge #PlainedgePride #LawEnforcementAppreciation #LEAD #TOGETHER #COMMUNITY #FIRSTRESPONDERS #THANKYOU #APPRECIATION
Get ready to dance, sing, and laugh your way through the iconic Mamma Mia! 🌟
The Plainedge High School Drama Club is proud to present this beloved musical, and you won’t want to miss it! With over 80 talented students involved in everything from acting to set & lighting design, this production is truly a team effort. 🙌
🗓️ Showtimes:
April 3, 7:00 PM
April 4, 7:00 PM
April 5, 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
🎟️ Grab your tickets now at PHSDrama.BookTix.com
Come support these incredible students who’ve poured over 100 hours of rehearsal into bringing this show to life! 🎤💃🕺
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🎉 Huge congratulations to 3 of our Plainedge High School Varsity Athletes!
🥎 Savannah Speicher (PHS Sophomore) has been named one of Newsday’s Top 100 Softball Players!
⚾️ Jaxson Torres (PHS Sophomore) and Bobby Wescott (PHS Junior) have both been named Newsday’s Top 100 Baseball Players!
What an incredible achievement for our athletes! #weareplainedge #athletics #community #weare #plainedgeproud #plainedgepride #sports #baseball #softball #varsity #plainedge
The Harlem Wizards came to Plainedge last night, and it was an unforgettable experience for our community! A big thank you to everyone who supported the @pft11758 Wizards` fundraising event. We’d also like to extend a special thanks to the dedicated custodians and security team for all their hard work!
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Huge congratulations to the Plainedge High School Robotics Club for their incredible performance at a competition this weekend held at Hofstra University! Team 527 made it to the semifinals and finished in 4th place! 🎉🤖 #Team527 #PlainedgeRobotics #Semifinals #Hofstra
Plainedge Public Schools is proud to share that Mark Passamonte has rejoined the district as Interim Director of Health, Physical Education, and Athletics.
Mark has a strong understanding of the district’s mission and values. As the Interim Director, he will continue enhancing our physical education curriculum, athletic programs, and overall student health initiatives. We are confident that his leadership will positively impact our students and the entire school community.
Please join us in welcoming Mark back!
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Plainedge School District is seeking qualified candidates for Director of Health, Physical Education, and Athletics
Please apply online by visiting
plainedgepublicschools.recruitfront.com
At Tuesday night`s Board of Education meeting, the Plainedge Board of Education, together with the Plainedge Administration, County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Legislator, Nassau County Police Department, The New York State Senate, New York State Assemblyman, and the Town of Oyster Bay, formally recognized the exceptional contributions of our dedicated School Crossing Guards.
These individuals have become a vital part of our daily routines, standing at busy intersections with a watchful eye and a friendly smile, guiding our students and pedestrians across busy roads. Their commitment to maintaining safety, often in unpredictable weather and traffic conditions, deserves recognition. We are grateful for their unwavering dedication and their role in enhancing our neighborhoods` safety.
To express our appreciation, the crossing guards were presented with personalized thank-you cards created by John H. West Elementary School students.
#Weareplainedge #safety #crossingguard #community #education #thankyou #pride #plainedgeproud
🌞 Exciting News! Our Summer Enrichment Program is back! Join us for a blend of classroom learning and summer camp activities, creating an engaging and educational summer experience that our students truly enjoy!
Registration is now open! Don`t miss out on this opportunity to participate in the fun!
#weaareplainedge #summerenrich #learning #education #summerfun #weare #plainedgepride
Dr. Salina was thrilled to receive a hand-delivered thank you note from one of our Best Buddies club members today! It was such a heartfelt gesture from the entire Best Buddies Club to create a personalized thank you card for attending the 4th Annual Best Buddies Fashion Show last month!
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