Category: District News
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Back-to-school information for families
As we look forward to the start of the 2026-27 school year, we’re sharing some helpful details to ensure a smooth, exciting return to the classroom for all of our students and families. Please review the resources outlined below for additional guidance to support your family’s start of the school year. First day of school…
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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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Birchwood teacher wins Commendation Award
Second grade teacher Amelia Pesez was recently presented with a NYS Commendation Award by Sen. Jim Tedisco. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate extraordinary service to their local community and is the highest honor a state senator can bestow upon an individual in their district. Pesez was nominated for the honor because of her exceptional…
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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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Board recognizes spring student-athletes
The Board of Education formally recognized Niskayuna High School spring student-athletes during its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 16. Board members and administrators celebrated the teams and individual athletes who won a division or section title. Each student was provided with a certificate to acknowledge their achievement. Congratulations to the following athletes! Boys Lacrosse
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Celebrating excellence at the 2026 Niskayuna High School awards night
Niskayuna High School formally recognized students who have distinguished themselves as outstanding scholars, citizens and athletes at the annual awards ceremony. The ceremony was held in the NHS auditorium and highlighted a wide array of prestigious accolades. This year’s Medal of Academic Excellence, Medal of Excellence and Principal’s Medal recipients were honored at the ceremony.…
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Elizabeth Kenny and Caroline Gardiner receive 2026 Murray Award for Excellence in Education
The Niskayuna Community Foundation surprised two Niskayuna High School teachers in their classrooms with the 23rd annual Murray Award for Excellence in Education. The awards were presented to science teacher Elizabeth Kenny and world language teacher Caroline Gardiner. Each awardee received an engraved plaque and $2,500 for a professional development opportunity of their choosing. The…
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Niskayuna High School students commit to workforce at CTE Signing Day
Four Niskayuna High School seniors officially committed to entering the workforce after graduation at the annual Capital Region BOCES National Signing Day ceremony. Students signed letters of intent with their future employers at the Career & Technical Education (CTE) Center’s Albany Campus, joining more than 70 students from other area districts. Congratulations to the following…
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Niskayuna High School honors 89 students with EPIC awards
The little things Niskayuna High School students do every day make a real difference in the school community, and 89 students were recently honored for embodying that difference. Through this faculty-led program now in its third year, the annual EPIC awards recognize students for qualities such as displaying kindness, optimism, having a growth mindset, showing…
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Community remembers fallen Niskayuna High School alumni at Memorial Day ceremony
The Niskayuna High School community gathered for its 33rd Annual Memorial Day Service to remember fallen alumni and recognize graduating seniors entering the military. At the ceremony, district leaders, Class of 1964 alumni and members of the former VFW Lt. Vernon F. Hovey III Post in Niskayuna honored the memory of three Niskayuna High School…