Letter to parents updates facilities review process
Superintendent Kevin Baughman sent a letter to all Niskayuna parents in late October, updating them on the facility review process. Read the letter

Want to order a Niskayuna High School yearbook?
Important instructions for parents are on this site -- *Note* deadline to order is November 29 [This link is no longer current and has been disabled.]

Classes of 1969, 1979, 1984 and 1999 plan reunions
Several class reunions are in the works, including three scheduled for November 26. For details, go to the Alumni reunions page

International Exchange Club conducts annual fundraising event
Members of the Niskayuna High School International Exchange Club will be going into Niskayuna neighborhoods weekday evenings November 15-18, seeking donations for exchange student activities. Details [This link is no longer current and has been disabled.]

High School staff, students spend Saturday helping Habitat for Humanity

On Saturday, October 23 many Niskayuna High School students and staff spent the day working on two Habitat for Humanity houses being built in Schenectady. They had a very productive day, painting the entire interior of one house and landscaping both houses. Great job!

Learn about today's drugs and alcohol from experts
D.A.R.E. and N-CAP are sponsoring a public forum, "Current/Designer Drugs and Alcohol," at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 17 (tonight!) in the high school auditorium. Everyone is invited to attend. Details [This link is no longer current and has been disabled.]

Russian Educator visits Niskayuna schools
At left, Russian educator Anna Zelentsova answers Van Antwerp student questions about Russian culture November 5. She also spent part of the day talking with Niskayuna High School students and staff. Anna's visit was part of the Civics Mosaic program, an exchange program of American and Russian teachers that is sponsored and organized by The Council for Citizenship Education at The Sage Colleges.

Varsity Golf Team named Section 2 Champions
Congratulations to the Varsity Golf Team, which recently capped an undefeated season in league play by winning the Section 2 championship tournament. The team members are: Bryan Barach, Chris Barach, Ben Kelly, Justin Klemballa, James Sherrill, Russell Singer, Eddie Torres and Jim Warczak. Coach for the team is Niskayuna Psychologist Vic Greco. Three players will also represent Section 2 at the NY State Tournament in June (Chris, Ben and Justin). Congratulations! (Other student achievements are also posted on this web site)

Niskayuna Drama Club presents comedy
The Niskayuna Drama Club presents "Arsenic and Old Lace" in the high school's Little Theater Thursday, November 11 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, November 13 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Tickets will be sold at the door, or call the English Department to reserve tickets at 382-2511, Ext. 4351.

The Name-A-Chair Project
Everyone is invited to donate to the future success of the Niskayuna Performing Arts programs by sponsoring a seat in the High School auditorium. Details

Iroquois Cook-Manager receives scholarships
Congratulations to Iroquois Cook-Manager Jackie Koreman, who recently received three scholarships from the New York State School Food Service Association, which she will use to complete a registered dietitian and nutritionist degree. Congratulations!

1,000-Book Kid Program begins love of reading early
Each of the elementary schools offer this free program to families with preschoolers. Details

Board of Education appoints administrator
Congratulations to Celeste Keane, who was appointed Administrator for Human Resources/Director of Counseling by the board on October 18. Mrs. Keane will begin in the district in January, succeeding retiring administrator Frank Tedesco. Welcome!

Bel Canto Voices perform at state conference

Congratulations to the high school's Bel Canto Voices, who performed at the New York State School Boards Association's annual convention in Buffalo October 21. The event draws 2,500+ school board members and educators from across New York state, and only three student groups statewide were chosen to perform. While in Buffalo, students also donated more than 500 books to Buffalo elementary schools. Great job students!

Community Role Model Award, Special Education, drugs and alcohol among topics of upcoming forums
Everyone is invited to attend three forums this month focusing on various topics affecting students. See listings in the "Upcoming Events" calendar at right for details.
November 3:
Youth to Youth presents Community Role Model Information Night [This link is no longer current and has been disabled.]
November 3:
Student Support Service administrators present a Community Education Forum on Special Education Services offered by the District, 7 p.m., Van Antwerp School auditorium. All are welcome.

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