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Dear Colleagues, Families and Community Members, Consistent with guidance released by the New York State Department of Health on Monday, June 7, masks will no longer be required outside on school grounds, including at athletic events and during recess. This applies to all staff members, students and school visitors. Appropriate physical distancing should continue to …
Any day (Monday through Friday) that the district becomes aware of a confirmed case of COVID-19 among students or staff, we share this information by email and on this web page. The district does not put out an email messages on days with no new cases. Latest Notification: June 1 The district is aware of …
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As you have likely seen, many of the restrictions the state put in place as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are changing. However, as the school year winds down, we want to remind you that the state Department of Health has not changed health and safety protocols for schools. Masks continue to be required …
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A Note from the Superintendent I think we all recognize that there is a great deal of interest in and speculation about what next school year will look like. The purpose of this message is to let you know that we are prepared to again involve as many stakeholders who are interested in being part …
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The district’s plan for the federal coronavirus relief funds it has been allocated will focus on extra academic support, social and emotional wellness, and growth and enrichment opportunities for students. The draft plan, “Smart Investments for Learning, Support and Growth,” will be outlined at the May 25 Board of Education meeting with a public comment …
A Message from Superintendent Cosimo Tangorra, Jr. Dear Families, Colleagues and Community Members, The purpose of this message is to provide you with a status update on our planning for the 2021-22 school year. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve and we continue to follow the latest guidance and hope for a return of in-person …
During the April Recess, there will be a weekly distribution of meals for students K-12 at Niskayuna High School on Wednesday, April 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Families will be provided with breakfast and lunch items for each student for one week. This will take place at NHS Door #43. Use the Nott …
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Dear Colleagues and Families, With April Recess one week away, I am reaching out with a couple of updates, as well as to ask for your continued cooperation as we work through this school year together. I am so grateful for everything that you are all doing to make health, safety and learning top priorities …
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Dear High School Families, On Tuesday evening, Feb. 23, the Board of Education approved moving forward with junior varsity and varsity boys and girls volleyball and football with all of the safety guidelines established by Schenectady County Public Health Services in place. This is the season that is known as “Fall 2” this year, with …
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Dear Families, Thank you for all that you are doing to promote health and safety in our community and to keep students in school learning to the greatest extent possible. As we approach the February break, we ask you to please keep the following in mind: When not at school, please continue to practice precautions …
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