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  • New York State 2027 Merit Scholarships

    New York State has announced details for the 2027 Merit Scholarship for Academic Excellence. The awards will be worth $1,500 and $500 and are renewable for up to five years of undergraduate study. They can only be used at colleges and universities located within the state. Each high school in the state will have at…

  • Niskayuna High School to host screening of Academy Award winning documentary All the Empty Rooms

    In partnership with the Niskayuna Community Action Program (NCAP), Niskayuna High School will host a free screening of the documentary short All the Empty Rooms on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m., in the auditorium. The community is invited to attend. The audience will have the opportunity to hear directly from Niskayuna High School Class…

  • Superintendent Carl Mummenthey announces retirement

    Superintendent of Schools Carl Mummenthey has announced his intention to retire from the Niskayuna Central School District at the conclusion of the 2026-27 school year, following a 34-year career in public education that includes five years of service to the Niskayuna school community. Mummenthey joined Niskayuna as Superintendent of Schools in July 2022. Prior to…

  • Niskayuna CSD launches new website

    Our new district website is officially live! Built using the feedback you provided in our community survey, the refreshed site features a modern design, enhanced digital accessibility and a streamlined layout to help you quickly find the information you need. Other new features on the updated website include:  The district calendar and school specific calendars…

  • Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay Competition

    Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay Competition sponsored by VFW Post #357 offers a grand prize of $35,000. The state level winner receives between $500 and $2,500. The competition is open to students in grades 9-12. To enter, students must write an original essay on this year’s theme, “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.” You’re…

  • Food service team fuels student success in the summer

    For the first time ever, serving delicious and nutritious school meals didn’t end when the final bell rang in June. Throughout July and August, our dedicated food service team kept students nourished across various district summer programs, such as kindergarten readiness, English as a new language, extended school year and SUNY Schenectady summer school. As…

  • Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards

    The Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards is offering 350 scholarships (worth $4,000 each) for children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks members. Applications for these scholarship opportunities are only available online. Look for the Legacy Awards link. You must indicate on your application a sponsoring lodge. Our sponsoring lodge is Clifton Park Lodge #2466. If you have…

  • Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships

    The Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships is: Application instructions. Deadline to apply: Nov. 12, 2026

  • Coca-Cola Scholars Program offers 150 scholarships

    The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is an opportunity for seniors who have demonstrated the following; This is a national competition that will produce 150 scholarships worth $20,000 each. Applications are only available online. Deadline to apply is September 30, 2026 Please notify Mr. Bianchi if you apply.

  • Back-to-school information for families

    As we look forward to the start of the 2026-27 school year, we’re sharing some helpful details to ensure a smooth, exciting return to the classroom for all of our students and families. Please review the resources outlined below for additional guidance to support your family’s start of the school year. First day of school…

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