Category: NHS News
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Niskayuna High School to host screening of Academy Award winning documentary All the Empty Rooms
In partnership with the Niskayuna Community Action Program (NCAP), Niskayuna High School will host a free screening of the documentary short All the Empty Rooms on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m., in the auditorium. The community is invited to attend. The audience will have the opportunity to hear directly from Niskayuna High School Class…
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Superintendent Carl Mummenthey announces retirement
Superintendent of Schools Carl Mummenthey has announced his intention to retire from the Niskayuna Central School District at the conclusion of the 2026-27 school year, following a 34-year career in public education that includes five years of service to the Niskayuna school community. Mummenthey joined Niskayuna as Superintendent of Schools in July 2022. Prior to…
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Niskayuna CSD launches new website
Our new district website is officially live! Built using the feedback you provided in our community survey, the refreshed site features a modern design, enhanced digital accessibility and a streamlined layout to help you quickly find the information you need. Other new features on the updated website include: The district calendar and school specific calendars…
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Food service team fuels student success in the summer
For the first time ever, serving delicious and nutritious school meals didn’t end when the final bell rang in June. Throughout July and August, our dedicated food service team kept students nourished across various district summer programs, such as kindergarten readiness, English as a new language, extended school year and SUNY Schenectady summer school. As…
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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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Celebrating the Class of 2026
Niskayuna’s 68th graduating class celebrated commencement in a ceremony that featured music, reflection on the boundless possibilities that await the graduating members of the Class of 2026 and recognition of a distinguished alumnus. The graduation ceremony took place on Wednesday, June 24, at MVP Arena in Albany. In her welcome address to graduates, senior class…
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Retirees honored for years of dedicated service
Twenty nine dedicated Niskayuna employees were recognized for their 570 combined years of service to the district at the district’s June 16 board of education meeting. At the celebration, each retiree was presented with a rose and a piece of personalized artwork as their principal or supervisor shared reflections on each of their successful careers.…
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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 Section…
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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.…