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  • Inspiring the next generation: Niskayuna alumni discuss skill development and award-winning storytelling

    Two Niskayuna High School alumni returned to the district for a visit last week, bringing years of professional growth, personal success and even an Academy Award. Niskayuna High School Class of 1986 alum and movie director Joshua Seftel, along with fellow classmate Vikram Akula came back to their roots on Wednesday, Oct. 7, to meet…

  • 2027 NHS Hall of Fame nominations are open through Jan. 31

    Niskayuna High School is accepting nominations for its Hall of Fame Class of 2027. Established in 1983 as part of the school’s 25th anniversary, the Hall of Fame recognizes graduates who have distinguished themselves through professional achievement, civic or humanitarian service, or other notable contributions. Each year, members of the Niskayuna school community are invited…

  • Niskayuna celebrates educators at Fall 2026 Tenure Reception

    The Niskayuna Central School District recently recognized a group of faculty members who reached a major milestone in their professional careers: the granting of tenure. This represents years of rigorous evaluation, professional growth, and proven effectiveness in the classroom.  Family, colleagues, administrators, and Board of Education members gathered before a regular board meeting on Tuesday,…

  • Niskayuna High School earns first-ever NYSPHSAA School of Distinction Award

    Niskayuna High School was named a 2025-26 School of Distinction by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) after achieving a milestone in student-athlete academic success. For the past nine years, Niskayuna consistently earned School of Excellence honors by keeping at least 75% of its varsity teams at Scholar-Athlete status. This year,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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

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