Category: Archive
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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.
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July 9: Power restored following morning outage
Niskayuna High School, Van Antwerp Middle School and the District Office were affected by a local power outage Thursday morning. National Grid was able to restore power around 10 a.m. Network, data and phone services were impacted at these locations and across all district campuses. We appreciate your patience as we work to restore services…
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Niskayuna High School junior wins International Leadership Award
Niskayuna High School junior Ayesha Afghan was recently honored with the prestigious Young Women in Leadership Award by the Zonta Club. Ayesha is one of only two students in the entire United States—and one of just fifty in the world—to receive the recognition this year. Along with the title, the award comes with a $5,000…
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Celebrating the Class of 2026
In her welcome address to graduates, senior class president Fikir Kebbede reflected on how the Class of 2026 redefined community through shared experiences in academics, sports and the arts. She described this community as a portable network of relationships that will continue to grow as graduates move forward. “Embrace the uncertainty because the beauty of…
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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 Admission information for graduates Admission information for families and guests Livestream Accessibility Photography If you have any questions, contact…
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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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School budget vote and board of education election set for May 19
On Tuesday, May 19, district residents will vote on the $121,302,975 proposed spending plan for the 2026-27 school year. Voters will also elect two members to the board of education and decide on a bus proposition. The vote will be held on Tuesday, May 19, from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. at Niskayuna High School. After voting,…
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Summer Enrichment Program and Camp Invention registration now open
The Niskayuna Central School District is offering two educational opportunities designed to support student development and engagement during the summer months. Summer Enrichment Program The Summer Enrichment Program features classes led by Niskayuna faculty and staff in subject areas including performing arts, creative writing, sciences, world languages and outdoor education. These morning sessions provide students…
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Meet the board of education candidates & learn about the proposed school budget
On Tuesday, May 5, community members will have an opportunity to hear directly from the three candidates running for two seats on the Niskayuna CSD Board of Education. The district’s PTO Council will be facilitating a Meet the Candidates event at 7 p.m., at the District Office Board Room. A brief budget overview presentation will…
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Niskayuna receives national recognition for music education
The Niskayuna Central School District has been recognized by The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation as a “Best Communities for Music Education.” The nonprofit aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have made music education part of a well-rounded education. Designations are made to…
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