ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS

ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS

Anti-Idling Law
New York State requires school districts to minimize unnecessary vehicle emissions during student transportation. The goal is to create healthier school environments by reducing unnecessary vehicle emissions and protecting student and community health.

All school district vehicles must turn off their engines when parked on school grounds, in front of a school, or while loading and unloading passengers. This applies to all school-owned or leased vehicles, not just school buses.

Limited idling is permitted in specific situations:
-Performing mechanical work
-Maintaining appropriate passenger temperatures
-Conducting emergency evacuations
-Operating wheelchair lifts

School districts must:
-Provide annual notice to personnel about the law
-Develop policies for efficient passenger loading

If you wish to view the exact wording of this law, please visit the New York State Education Department 

 

APPR
Click here for information.

 

Asbestos Management Plan
In accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) of 1987 (40 CFR Part 763), the Argyle Central School District is required to give annual notification stating that the Asbestos Management Plan for each building is available and kept in the district office board room. These records are available for review during normal business hours.

Six-month periodic asbestos surveillances as well as a triennial inspection are required in pursuant of AHERA. The six-month surveillance will be completed To date, no asbestos projects are scheduled. If any are scheduled in the future, all work shall be conducted according to all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

For more information, please contact the LEA Asbestos Designee, 

 

Distraction Free Policy and Policy Report
In accordance with New York State’s “Distraction-Free Schools” law (S.3006 / A.3006), which prohibits the use of internet-enabled devices during the school day, including during passing time and lunch, the policy establishes the daily guidelines to enact the law. Click on the link to read the entire document. The district is also required to provide a policy report each year and that is also available at the link on this page.

 

District-Wide School Safety Plan
The Argyle Central School District has developed a District-Wide School Safety Plan and confidential Building-Level School Safety Plans for each building as required by New York State Safe School Against Violence in Education (S.A.V.E.) Law. This law requires the district to provide written information to all students and staff about emergency procedures annually. As required, the District-Wide School Safety Plan was originally submitted to the New York State Education Department in June 2001. Each confidential Building-Level Emergency Response Plan was originally submitted to the local and New York State Police in June 2001.

The district-wide school safety team reviews the District-Wide School Safety Plan, and the building-level school safety teams annually review the confidential Building-Level Emergency Response Plans. The Board of Education approves all updates prior to resubmitting them to the New York State Education Department and the local police and New York State Police, respectively.

The district will provide training throughout the year and conduct at least twelve fire drills and a district-wide drill to test sheltering plans and/or early dismissal. Emergency evacuation information is posted in each classroom, and Emergency School Closing information can be found in the district calendar. For more information concerning the District-Wide School Safety Plan, please contact the school at or click on the link.

 

Fire Inspection
The annual fire inspection has been conducted and the required reports have been submitted to the New York State Education Department. For questions please contact 

 

Non-Discrimination Notice
The Argyle Central School District does not discriminate in employment or in the education programs and activities which it operates on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religion, race, or handicap in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, or §504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the NYS Human Rights Law. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination notice may be directed to Section 504/Title IX Coordinator at (518) 639-8243.

 

Pesticide Notification
The Argyle Central School District is required to maintain a list of persons in parental relation, faculty, and staff who wish to receive 48-hour prior written notification of certain pesticide applications. The following pesticide applications are not subject to prior notification requirements:  

• A school remains unoccupied for a continuous 72 hours following an application
• Anti-microbial products 
• Nonvolatile rodenticides in tamper-resistant bait stations in areas inaccessible to children  
• Nonvolatile insecticidal baits in tamper-resistant bait stations in areas inaccessible to children  
• Silica gels and other nonvolatile ready-to-use pastes, foams, or gels in areas inaccessible to children  
• Boric acid and disodium octborate tetrahydrate  
• The application of EPA-designated biopesticides  
• The application of EPA-designated exempt materials under 40CRF152.25 -The use of aerosol products with a directed spray in containers of 18 fluid ounces or less when used to protect individuals from an imminent threat from stinging and biting insects, including venomous spiders, bees, wasps, and hornets.

 

Water Safety
Education Law section 926, effective July 1, 2026, requires school districts to provide information on water safety annually to parents and guardians. Please visit our Family Resources page for a printable pdf or visit NYS Swim Safe site for more information.
Tips for Everyone
-Always swim with someone else and keep an eye on each other. 
-Pay extra attention to your children around water. 
-Consider your health. Medical conditions like a seizure disorder or heart condition can put people at greater risk of drowning. 
-Avoid water that is greater than chest deep if you can’t swim. 
-Don’t use alcohol or drugs if you plan to swim. 
-Don’t dive into water less than eight feet deep or of unknown depth. 
-Pay attention to the weather and never swim during storms or lightning. 
-The safest place to swim is at a public beach or at a pool with lifeguards.
Know the Signs of Drowning 
Each year, hundreds of New Yorkers drown. It can happen to anyone, anywhere there is water. Drowning occurs quickly and silently. Someone drowning may appear to be splashing or waving when they are struggling to stay afloat. Reduce your risk. Learn basic swimming skills. Consider taking a CPR class. Rescue breathing, first aid, and calling 911 could save a life. 
Keep Kids Safe
Kids and teens have the greatest risk of drowning. Always keep little ones within arm’s reach, even in the shallow end. Lifeguards and life jackets don’t take the place of close adult supervision. Make sure your pool has a secure enclosure that makes it inaccessible to children. 
Stay Healthy
Germs can spread through water. Avoid getting sick by not swallowing water, and rinsing off before and after you swim. Never swim in cloudy or discolored water. Stay out of the water if you are sick with diarrhea, or if you have open cuts or wounds. Don’t pee or poop in the water. Take children on frequent bathroom breaks. 
When Boating 
Always follow safe boating practices and wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved (I-III label) life jacket. Air-filled swimming aids, like water wings and floats, should never be used. 

 

Water Testing
Safe and healthy school environments can foster healthy and successful children. To protect public health, the Public Health Law and New York State Health Department (NYSDOH) regulations require that all public schools and boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES) test lead levels in water from every outlet that is being used, or could potentially be used, for drinking or cooking. If lead is found at any water outlet at levels above 15 parts per billion (ppb), which is equal to 15 micrograms per liter (µg/L), the NYSDOH requires that the school take action to reduce the exposure to lead.

As per state guidelines, Argyle CSD had all water outlets sampled. Find the results here.