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  • 2027 NHS Hall of Fame nominations are open through Jan. 31

    Niskayuna High School is accepting nominations for its Hall of Fame Class of 2027. Established in 1983 as part of the school’s 25th anniversary, the Hall of Fame recognizes graduates who have distinguished themselves through professional achievement, civic or humanitarian service, or other notable contributions. Each year, members of the Niskayuna school community are invited…


  • Niskayuna celebrates educators at Fall 2026 Tenure Reception

    The Niskayuna Central School District recently recognized a group of faculty members who reached a major milestone in their professional careers: the granting of tenure. This represents years of rigorous evaluation, professional growth, and proven effectiveness in the classroom.  Family, colleagues, administrators, and Board of Education members gathered before a regular board meeting on Tuesday,…


  • 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…


  • 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…


  • 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…


  • 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…


  • 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.…


  • Niskayuna CSD voters approve budget, bus purchase and elect two members to the board of education

    On Tuesday, May 19, Niskayuna Central School District voters passed a $121,302,975 budget proposal for the 2026-27 school year by a vote of 1,047-408. The approved budget will add a middle school project-based learning teacher and support the expansion of special education and business programming. In total, there will be 4.7 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff…


  • Niskayuna receives national recognition for music education

    The Niskayuna Central School District has been recognized by The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation as a “Best Communities for Music Education.”  The nonprofit aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have made music education part of a well-rounded education. Designations are made to…


  • Three candidates seek election to Niskayuna Board of Education

    On Tuesday, May 19, district residents will elect two candidates to the Niskayuna Central School District Board of Education. Three candidates are running for the two seats. Board members are volunteers elected to three-year terms. The terms of the individuals elected this year will begin on July 1, 2026. Each candidate submitted information to the…