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  • NHS to offer opportunity to earn New York State Seal of Civic Readiness

    Beginning with the Class of 2026, students graduating from Niskayuna High School will now be eligible to earn the New York State Seal of Civic Readiness. The Seal of Civic Readiness is a special distinction approved by the New York State Education Department and established by the New York State Board of Regents. It appears…

  • Activism in action! Niskayuna students propose official New York state colors

    Anyone can spearhead change in their community, and a class of Niskayuna elementary school students is doing just that. The movement began last year in Chris Lasher’s fourth-grade class. After studying civics and the legislative process, the students realized New York doesn’t have a law officially declaring state colors. The idea to make New York’s…

  • Board adopts updated 2025-26 District Safety Plan

    At their regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13, the Niskayuna Central School District Board of Education adopted the updated 2025-26 District Wide Safety Plan. The changes are related to automated external defibrillator (AED) equipment and school safety training as part of Cardiac Emergency Response Plans. They follow Desha’s Law which was signed by Governor Hochul…

  • Creative Career Showcase fosters career exploration

    The Niskayuna CSD Art Department sang, drew and photographed its way to a significant milestone this week by hosting its first Creative Career Showcase. The Tuesday, Jan. 13, inaugural event was designed to allow students, families and community members of all ages to explore the wide variety of creative careers and career pathways available locally…

  • Expanding opportunities at Niskayuna High School, 2026-27 Program of Studies includes new courses and programs

    The Niskayuna Central School District is committed to providing every student with a rich, diverse, and rigorous curriculum that prepares them for success in college, career and life. That’s why Niskayuna High School is excited to offer students expanded course and program offerings for the 2026-27 school year. Explore the complete 2026-27 Program of Studies.…

  • Board recognizes fall student-athletes

    The Board of Education formally recognized Niskayuna High School fall student-athletes during their regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Board members and administrators celebrated the teams and individual athletes who won a section or state title. Each student was provided with a certificate to acknowledge their achievement. Girls Swimming and Diving Sectional Champs Girls Swimming…

  • A perfect 14! All Niskayuna High School fall varsity teams earn scholar athlete honors

    Every one of the Niskayuna High School fall varsity teams are being recognized for their academic and athletic achievements! The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) recently recognized 14 of the 14 Niskayuna fall 2025 varsity sports teams for academic excellence. The Scholar-Athlete team distinction was awarded to each of Niskayuna’s fall…

  • Niskayuna music teachers receive top honors at NYSSMA conference

    Two Niskayuna High School music teachers were recently recognized for their contributions to music education. Director of Choral Studies Christina Pizzino-Catalano was awarded the 2025 New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Established Educator Award. The award recognizes educators for their exceptional support and outstanding accomplishments in music education. To receive the award, recipients must…

  • Niskayuna ENL students share gratitude and cultures through Thanksgiving celebrations

    Learning a new language often comes with learning new traditions. Niskayuna’s English as a New Language (ENL) students learned about the origin of the American holiday of Thanksgiving, while sharing some of their favorite dishes from their home cultures as well. Faculty, staff and students at Niskayuna High School came together to celebrate thankfulness, inclusivity…

  • Preparing for winter weather notifications in Niskayuna

    Our district conducted a test of our emergency closing system on Nov. 24 at NOON. The message was sent to all families and staff in the district.  Emergency Communications In the event of a real emergency, we want to remind our school community how Niskayuna communicates about weather-related announcements, including closings, delays and early dismissals.…

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