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Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay Competition
Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay Competition sponsored by VFW Post #357 offers a grand prize of $35,000. The state level winner receives between $500 and $2,500. The competition is open to students in grades 9-12. To enter, students must write an original essay on this year’s theme, “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.” You’re…
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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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Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards
The Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards is offering 350 scholarships (worth $4,000 each) for children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks members. Applications for these scholarship opportunities are only available online. Look for the Legacy Awards link. You must indicate on your application a sponsoring lodge. Our sponsoring lodge is Clifton Park Lodge #2466. If you have…
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Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships
The Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships is: Open to all seniors. You do not need to be affiliated with the Elks to be eligible. Based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Awards range from $4,000 to $30,000 paid over four years. Application instructions. You must download applications online. You must indicate on your…
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Coca-Cola Scholars Program offers 150 scholarships
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is an opportunity for seniors who have demonstrated the following; Leadership in school Commitment to community Academic achievement 3.0 GPA or higher Must be a U.S. Citizen This is a national competition that will produce 150 scholarships worth $20,000 each. Applications are only available online. Deadline to apply is September 30,…
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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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July 9: Power restored following morning outage
Niskayuna High School, Van Antwerp Middle School and the District Office were affected by a local power outage Thursday morning. National Grid was able to restore power around 10 a.m. Network, data and phone services were impacted at these locations and across all district campuses. We appreciate your patience as we work to restore services…
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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
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…