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Niskayuna Central School District > 2026

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Posted on Friday, June 26, 2026

Celebrating the Class of 2026

Niskayuna’s 68th graduating class celebrated commencement in a ceremony that featured music, reflection on the boundless possibilities that await the graduating members of the Class of 2026 and recognition of a distinguished alumnus. The graduation ceremony took place on Wednesday, June 24, at MVP Arena in Albany. In her welcome address to graduates, senior class …

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CategoriesHighlights, NHS News
Posted on Monday, June 22, 2026

Retirees honored for years of dedicated service

Twenty nine dedicated Niskayuna employees were recognized for their 570 combined years of service to the district at the district’s June 16 board of education meeting. At the celebration, each retiree was presented with a rose and a piece of personalized artwork as their principal or supervisor shared reflections on each of their successful careers. …

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CategoriesBirchwood News, Craig News, Glencliff News, Highlights, Hillside News, Iroquois News, NHS News, Rosendale News, Van Antwerp News
Posted on Monday, June 22, 2026

Board recognizes spring student-athletes

The Board of Education formally recognized Niskayuna High School spring student-athletes during its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 16. Board members and administrators celebrated the teams and individual athletes who won a division or section title. Each student was provided with a certificate to acknowledge their achievement. Congratulations to the following athletes! Boys Lacrosse Section …

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CategoriesHighlights, NHS News
Posted on Friday, June 12, 2026

Celebrating excellence at the 2026 Niskayuna High School awards night

Niskayuna High School formally recognized students who have distinguished themselves as outstanding scholars, citizens and athletes at the annual awards ceremony. The ceremony was held in the NHS auditorium and highlighted a wide array of prestigious accolades. This year’s Medal of Academic Excellence, Medal of Excellence and Principal’s Medal recipients were honored at the ceremony. …

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CategoriesDistrict News, NHS News
Posted on Monday, June 8, 2026Friday, June 26, 2026

Class of 2026 graduation: What to know before you go

Niskayuna High School’s 68th commencement ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 24, at MVP Arena in Albany. The program will take approximately two hours. Concession stands will not be available at the ceremony. Graduation rehearsal Graduation rehearsal is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. in the high school auditorium. Attendance at this …

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Posted on Friday, June 5, 2026Friday, June 5, 2026

Host families needed for NHS International Scholars Program

Update: Host families are needed for one female student from Spain and one female student from China. Both students are entering grade 11.  Each year, Niskayuna High School welcomes several international students through the International Scholars Program. Students live with a local host family, take high school classes, and learn about American life and culture …

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CategoriesDistrict News, NHS News
Posted on Wednesday, June 3, 2026Monday, June 8, 2026

Update on Iroquois lawn

As part of the capital project at Iroquois, contractors planted sod in areas closest to the school. The sod was planted in phases from September 2023 to October 2024. Unfortunately, the sod did not take root. Our construction team attributes this to a combination of maintenance issues and drought conditions during the growing seasons. We …

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CategoriesOur Schools Our Future
Posted on Friday, May 29, 2026Friday, May 29, 2026

Elizabeth Kenny and Caroline Gardiner receive 2026 Murray Award for Excellence in Education

The Niskayuna Community Foundation surprised two Niskayuna High School teachers in their classrooms with the 23rd annual Murray Award for Excellence in Education. The awards were presented to science teacher Elizabeth Kenny and world language teacher Caroline Gardiner. Each awardee received an engraved plaque and $2,500 for a professional development opportunity of their choosing. The …

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CategoriesDistrict News, NHS News
Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2026

Niskayuna High School students commit to workforce at CTE Signing Day

Four Niskayuna High School seniors officially committed to entering the workforce after graduation at the annual Capital Region BOCES National Signing Day ceremony. Students signed letters of intent with their future employers at the Career & Technical Education (CTE) Center’s Albany Campus, joining more than 70 students from other area districts. Congratulations to the following …

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CategoriesHighlights, NHS News
Posted on Wednesday, May 27, 2026Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Niskayuna High School honors 89 students with EPIC awards

The little things Niskayuna High School students do every day make a real difference in the school community, and 89 students were recently honored for embodying that difference. Through this faculty-led program now in its third year, the annual EPIC awards recognize students for qualities such as displaying kindness, optimism, having a growth mindset, showing …

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