Briarcliff Manor School District

Briarcliff Manor School District Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District educates about 1,600 students in Briarcliff Manor, NY

The Briarcliff Schools are committed to the philosophy of helping each child develop into a mature individual who will be a contributing member of society. The school shares the responsibility with parents and the community for meeting the needs of the whole child -- intellectual, physical, civic, moral, and aesthetic. The school, however, has a primary responsibility for the intellectual development of the child -- the acquisition of the tools and habits of learning and the assimilation of a basic body of skills and knowledge. While certain aspects of learning require memorization of facts, the school must also encourage creative and independent thinking. Each child has different gifts and learning styles, and develops at different rates. Therefore, insofar as possible, the school must try to meet the individual needs of each child by offering alternative methods of learning, options in course selection, and a broad range of educational programs for students with different life goals. However, within each grade or subject level there must be minimum measurable standards of achievement.

Meet Michael P***a, Briarcliff Middle School’s new assistant principal!Mr. P***a brings more than a decade of experience...
09/10/2026

Meet Michael P***a, Briarcliff Middle School’s new assistant principal!

Mr. P***a brings more than a decade of experience in special education, instructional leadership, student support, and school culture. But for him, the heart of education has always been relationships.

Inspired by teachers and coaches who remain part of his life today, Mr. P***a comes to BMS with a belief that people thrive when they feel known, connected, and valued.

“I love the idea of working in a smaller school community,” he said. “That type of environment gives an assistant principal the opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff.”

🔗 Read more about Mr. P***a’s path to Briarcliff and his vision for BMS: https://www.briarcliffschools.org/post-details/~board/district-news/post/for-new-bms-assistant-principal-michael-pompa-relationships-matter

09/04/2026
📚 A new chapter begins in Briarcliff!Sixteen new teachers were welcomed to Briarcliff Schools during New Teacher Orienta...
09/02/2026

📚 A new chapter begins in Briarcliff!

Sixteen new teachers were welcomed to Briarcliff Schools during New Teacher Orientation, a day designed to introduce them to a community centered on relationships, professional growth, collaboration, and a shared commitment to students.

For seventh-grade social studies teacher Zach Rose, the day marked the culmination of a years-long journey in Briarcliff as a coach, teaching assistant, and leave-replacement teacher.

“It felt like the first day of the rest of my life,” he said.

Welcome to our newest teachers! 🧡💙

🔗 Read the full story at www.briarcliffschools.org/media

There was unmistakable warmth in the room, and plenty of bear hugs, as Briarcliff faculty and staff came together for th...
09/02/2026

There was unmistakable warmth in the room, and plenty of bear hugs, as Briarcliff faculty and staff came together for the first time in the 2026–27 school year, reconnecting with colleagues and welcoming new members of our school community.

Dr. James Kaishian opened Convocation by revisiting the story of Briarcliff Schools and reminding us that the stories that matter are worth telling again. His message was especially fitting as we begin a new chapter together, guided by this year’s theme: Joy is the Strategy.

The morning also gave us an opportunity to celebrate the people who make Briarcliff such a special place. Congratulations to our newly tenured educators, our colleagues marking 25 years of service, and Karla Constantinou, Briarcliff’s 2025–26 Teacher of the Year.

As Ms. Constantinou shared, “Teaching itself is a family. We celebrate together, we grieve together, we support one another, and every September we begin again with renewed hope.”

Here’s to beginning again, together, with joy.

Welcome back, Briarcliff!As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, Superintendent Dr. James Kaishian introduces this year’s...
09/01/2026

Welcome back, Briarcliff!

As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, Superintendent Dr. James Kaishian introduces this year’s district theme: Joy is the Strategy.

In his welcome-back letter, Dr. Kaishian reflects on the connection between joy, curiosity, creativity, and meaningful learning, while sharing several priorities for the year ahead.

Read the full letter 🔗 https://www.briarcliffschools.org/fs/comms-manager/view/ab380687-0516-4a7d-b9fd-984c2e5fb5b6

Briarcliff High School sophomores and juniors planning to take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 14, must submit a complete...
09/01/2026

Briarcliff High School sophomores and juniors planning to take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 14, must submit a completed registration form and a $25 check payable to Briarcliff Manor UFSD.

Please place the form and check in an envelope labeled with the student’s name and grade and deliver it to the High School Main Office by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4.

PSAT Registration Form 🔗
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1785434159/briarcliffschoolsorg/bwbdi49lusyfgj3uw5x1/PSATRegistrationform26-27.pdf

11th Grade PSAT Information Letter 🔗
https://www.briarcliffschools.org/fs/comms-manager/view/fc342276-df9d-435c-af77-119acebf7329

10th Grade PSAT Information Letter 🔗
https://www.briarcliffschools.org/fs/comms-manager/view/193462d2-760b-4dc5-a3c4-cd32e3f92971

And so it begins. 📸Senior Portrait Day marked one of the first of the lasts for Briarcliff’s Class of 2027.“It’s our las...
08/28/2026

And so it begins. 📸

Senior Portrait Day marked one of the first of the lasts for Briarcliff’s Class of 2027.

“It’s our last year together before we all go our separate ways,” said senior Kaylin Wong. “That’s something to look forward to, but also something that’s going to be hard to let go of.”

Throughout the year, we’ll be capturing more of the firsts, lasts and everything in between that make up this final chapter for the Class of 2027.

Read the full story on our District News page: www.briarcliffschools.org/media

We’re Hiring – Leave Replacement Teachers!Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District is seeking talented educators for ...
08/27/2026

We’re Hiring – Leave Replacement Teachers!

Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District is seeking talented educators for two leave replacement opportunities:

High School Choral Teacher
Middle School Special Education Teacher

Apply today through our online application portal:
https://www.applitrack.com/briarcliffschools/onlineapp/

Please share with anyone who may be interested!

06/25/2026
There were smiles, tears, hugs, high fives, fist bumps, and even a few last-minute yearbook signings as the Todd communi...
06/25/2026

There were smiles, tears, hugs, high fives, fist bumps, and even a few last-minute yearbook signings as the Todd community came together today to celebrate the end of another memorable school year.

As we head into summer, we're grateful for the friendships, achievements and moments that made this year so special.

Wishing all of our students, staff and families a fun, relaxing and well-deserved vacation!

Have a great summer, everyone!🌞

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45 Ingham Road
Briarcliff Manor, NY
10510

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+19149418880

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