Even before the first official day of school, Niskayuna CSD welcomed 37 new instructional faculty members to the district in a two-day welcome session “New to Nisky.” The new staff members met district leaders, learned about the community, went on a bus tour of the district and took a group photo. “Similarly to some of …
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As we prepare for the start of the 2025-26 school year, our district has a few important reminders for families. The first day of school for grades 1-8 and kindergarten and grade 9 orientation is Thursday, Sept. 4. Kindergarten and high school students will start on Friday, Sept. 5. The links and information below will …
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Ten Niskayuna High School students received a full scholarship to the Albany Pro Musica (APM) International Choral Festival at SUNY Albany. The week-long festival brings together student ensembles from across the country to work with prestigious conductors and participate in a variety of rehearsals, performances and workshops. “Music is a universal language in which we …
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Niskayuna High School student-athletes are being recognized for standout performance in and out of the classroom. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association Inc. (NYSPHSAA) has named the school a 2024-25 School of Excellence. The designation is awarded to schools that apply and have at least 75% of their varsity teams earn the …
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At its Tuesday, July 22, meeting, the Niskayuna CSD Board of Education adopted a new policy on student use of cell phones and other Internet-enabled devices during the school day. The new policy is in alignment with a new law in New York state that restricts cell phones in public schools. District officials crafted the …
As we officially begin a new school year, Niskayuna CSD has several leadership and staffing changes. These individuals bring a wealth of experience, fresh perspectives and a shared commitment to academic excellence. Please meet the newest members of our Niskayuna team. Michael Kloczko, Director of Science and Engineering Technology We are pleased to announce that …
During the 2024-25 school year, recognizing that a policy restricting cell phones in public schools was likely to be put into place, Niskayuna CSD district leaders proactively took the opportunity to engage its core stakeholder groups to collect feedback. Our district held meetings with staff, students and families, to discuss potential impacts and barriers to …
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Niskayuna’s 67th graduating class celebrated commencement on Wednesday, June 25, in a ceremony that featured music, recognition of distinguished alumni and reflection on the boundless possibilities that await the graduating members of the Class of 2025. The graduation ceremony took place at the MVP Arena in Albany, and marked retiring NHS Principal John Rickert’s final …
After 690 years of combined service to our schools, 27 dedicated staff members are preparing to say a final goodbye to the halls of Niskayuna. This year’s retirees were recognized during the June 10 Board of Education meeting, where administrators shared stories and reflected on the impact these staff members had made on the lives …
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The Niskayuna Community Foundation surprised two Niskayuna High School teachers in their classrooms with the 22nd annual Murray Award for Excellence in Education. The awards were presented to math teacher Angela Netoskie and art teacher Jane Romm. Each awardee receives an engraved plaque and $2,500 for professional development. Embedded YouTube video about Murray awards The …
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