A Note from Superintendent Cosimo Tangorra, Jr. I want to provide you with a brief update on the process of developing a school budget for 2021-22. At last week’s Board of Education Meeting, we reviewed potential state funding scenarios for next year, which will ultimately depend on the outcome of the state budget process, as …
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To Niskayuna School District Families, It is with incredible sadness that I write to you today to share the information that one of our high school students died on Friday, March 26. Our most sincere condolences and thoughts go out to the family and friends of our student. We know that our community will be …
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Dear Colleagues and Families, With April Recess one week away, I am reaching out with a couple of updates, as well as to ask for your continued cooperation as we work through this school year together. I am so grateful for everything that you are all doing to make health, safety and learning top priorities …
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As we have shared in email messages to families, as the result of New York State instructional day requirements and emergency closures related to weather and other factors this year, we do no need to schedule some instructional make up days. The make up days vary by grade level and school (see below). There are …
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Dear Niskayuna Families, You may be aware that the district has a partnership with the Capital Region BOCES Shared Food Services Department. As part of this, we are working with an intern from the University of Albany School of Public Health’s master’s program on a research project about the National School Lunch Program. The goal …
The Niskayuna Central School District joins so many others across the country in being deeply saddened by the senseless tragedy in the Atlanta area and expressing our solidarity with Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. This occurred as Asian Americans have experienced an increase hate crimes, discrimination and violence across the country. We oppose racism …
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As we look ahead to next year, we want to know what’s on your mind. Our plan is to have all students K-12 learn in person next year. At the same time, we know that state health and safety guidelines are likely to evolve and we will need to be prepared for different scenarios. We …
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Nominating petitions are currently available for individuals interested in serving on the Niskayuna Central School District Board of Education. Two seats will be up for election this year on Tuesday, May 18, which is the same day as the school budget vote. Those interested in running for this important volunteer role in our community can …
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We asked the regional champions from VA, “What is your favorite thing about Science Bowl?” VA and Iroquois Finish 1-2 at Regional Competition; NHS Teams Place 4th and 5th It may have been virtual this year, but some things don’t change: A Niskayuna team is headed back to the National Science Bowl Championship after …
Key Points The district is planning a budget with the capacity for all K-12 students to learn in person every day next year, with the ability to shift to hybrid or remote learning if needed. The district is facing a $2 million cut in state aid next year, which is covered by one-time federal aid. …