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First New York Federal Credit Union is offering four $2,500 scholarships. In order to qualify, applicants must: Be a member in good standing of the credit union. Plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college. Be an active volunteer and/or active in their community. Complete and sign the application form. Submit high school transcript. …

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Our district will conduct an emergency early release drill on Friday, Oct. 10. All schools in the district will release students approximately 15 minutes early for the annually state required drill to practice emergency dismissal procedures. Students will be dismissed at the following times on Friday, Oct. 10: Elementary schools: 1:55 p.m. Iroquois Middle School: …

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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is offering a scholarship opportunity for seniors. This is a national competition that will produce 150 scholarships worth $20,000 each. Applicants must demonstrate the following attributes: Leadership in school Commitment to community Academic achievement 3.0 GPA or higher Must be a U.S. Citizen Applications can only be completed online. You can …

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The Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay Competition is offering a grand prize of $35,000! The state level winner will receive between $500 and $2,500. The competition is sponsored by VFW Post #357 and is open to students in 9-12 grade. Those interested in entering must submit an original audio essay on this year’s theme: “How …

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The Niskayuna Central School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, July 22, at 8 a.m., to discuss a policy that aligns with a new New York State mandate. The proposed policy that will be discussed outlines student use of cell phones and other internet-enabled devices during the school day. The …

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The Niskayuna Central School District Board of Education will hold its next Policy Committee meeting on Tuesday, July 15, at 5 p.m., for the express purpose of discussing the cell phone policy. The meeting will be held at 1430 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, in the District Office Board Room with in-person public attendance as well as …

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