Category: Archive
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Board of education adopts 2026-27 budget proposal for May 19 vote
Proposed budget maintains program advancement, stays within tax levy limit The Niskayuna CSD Board of Education unanimously approved a 2026-27 proposed $121,302,975 spending plan at its Tuesday, April 14, meeting. District residents will vote on the spending plan at the upcoming budget vote and board of education election on Tuesday, May 19. If approved, the…
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Niskayuna High School music teacher wins award from celebrated musician
Niskayuna High School music teacher Phil Pandori recently won the Manilow Music Teacher Award, an outreach program of musician and performer Barry Manilow. As a recipient of the Manilow Music Teacher Award, Pandori will receive a $5,000 cash award and $5,000 in Manilow Bucks to purchase instruments for his classroom. To date, the Manilow Music…
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Improving mental health supports in Niskayuna schools
Creating a school environment where every student feels seen, heard and supported is more than just a goal at Niskayuna Central School District, it’s a direct reflection of the district’s mission and strategic plan. Part of this work has been to conduct and analyze a nationally benchmarked assessment of district programming through the School Health…
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Three Niskayuna teachers earn National Board Certification
The Niskayuna Central School District is celebrating three educators who joined the ranks of a small number of teachers in New York state by becoming National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT). Congratulations to instrumental music teacher Stacey McClenon, Iroquois health teacher Jennifer Christiano, and Niskayuna High School vocal teacher Christina Pizzino-Catalano. National Board Certification, the most respected…
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Niskayuna High School to induct one new member to alumni Hall of Fame
One Niskayuna High School alumni will be inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame this year. Dr. Marc Auerbach from the Class of 1994 will be officially inducted on June 24 during the 2026 Commencement Ceremony at MVP Arena in Albany. Dr. Auerbach earned his medical degree at the University of Buffalo School of Medicine…
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Board approves 2026-27 school calendar
The Niskayuna Central School District’s 2026-27 school calendar is now available. It was approved by the Board of Education on Tuesday, March 10. The calendar sets school holidays, vacation weeks and days off for students due to staff development days. Once school and district events and activities are scheduled for the new school year, that…
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District plans for 2026-27 school year budget with a focus on maintaining staff and programming
Each year, district leaders and the board of education develop a school budget to present to voters in May. The district strives to create a proposal that balances needs and strategic priorities with responsiveness to our taxpayers. In December, the district asked students, families and staff what are the most important things the district should…
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Niskayuna High School Music Department to present The Wizard of Oz
Niskayuna High School’s talented student performers and crew are bringing a classic story to life with the Music Department’s upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. Based on the timeless tale by L. Frank Baum, The Wizard of Oz follows Dorothy Gale as she journeys through the magical land of Oz, joined by the Scarecrow,…
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Kindergarten registration period open Jan. 19 through Feb. 6, 2026
Do you or does someone you know have a child that will turn five years old on or before Dec. 1, 2026? The Niskayuna Central School District kindergarten registration period for students entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026 will be open from Monday, Jan. 19 through Friday, Feb. 6. Children who will turn five…
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2026 NHS Hall of Fame nominations are open through Jan. 31
Niskayuna High School is accepting nominations for its Hall of Fame Class of 2026. 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…