- Receive email news from the district and its schools
- Community announcements
- Alumni
- Continuing education
- Vendors
ParentSquare information for community members
ParentSquare is a way to receive email news from the district and its schools.
The district began utilizing ParentSquare in the 2023-24 school year for emergency notifications, such as school closings/delays and emergency situations in schools and has since expanded its use to include school and district-level messages.
To join the GCSD Public Community Group in ParentSquare, register here. For more information on how to set up your account, change preferences, and the answers to other frequently asked questions, go to the ParentSquare Information page.
Announcements
The district is a central hub of activity in the community, particularly as it relates to educational and recreational opportunities available to children. This Community Announcements section is provided as a service to parents for informational purposes only. Programs listed are not necessarily affiliated with nor endorsed by the Guilderland Central School District. For more information about the activities and organizations listed below, please use the contact information provided with each entry.
If you have a community announcement you would like posted, please contact the Superintendent’s Office for approval.
Current announcements
Altamont Elementary Craft & Vendor Fair
Get a head start on your holiday shopping!
Sunday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Altamont Elementary
117 Grand Street
Altamont, NY
Guilderland Players present Kodachrome
The Guilderland Players will present their fall play, “Kodachrome,” by Adam Szymkowicz, on November 5, 6, and 7 in the Guilderland High School Auditorium. Performances begin at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $5 online by credit card through the school store website or in cash at the door (there is a small fee for purchases online). We hope to see you at the show!
Basketball Boot Camp
Skill development camp for boys and girls
Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Albany JCC
340 Whitehall Road
Albany, NY 12209
Boys: grades 2-8 only
For more information, contact Lisa at 518-438-6651
Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run
The Jingle Bell Run supports the Arthritis Foundation’s mission and raises awareness about arthritis, including juvenile arthritis, and the impact it has on the millions of children, adults and families affected by this often misunderstood disease.
- Date: Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Location: Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY
- Register: visit https://events.arthritis.org/
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Alumni
Reunion news
Interested in organizing a reunion for your graduating class? Let us know by sending an e-mail or calling the district’s Communications Office at 518-456-6200, ext. 0115 with details about the event, including the class, date, location, time and contact information. Details will be posted on our reunions page where visitors can find information on currently scheduled reunions.
Guilderland Central School District Scholarship Fund
Each year, the district awards several scholarships to deserving high school seniors based on criteria such as academic area of interest, athletic area of interest, and community service. Learn more about the scholarship fund.
Alumni Class Websites
Does your graduating class have its own website or Facebook page? If so, let us know and we will post a link to it. Visit alumni class sites.
Continuing Education
Whether you are hoping to fine tune your professional skills, learn more about a specific topic of interest or simply looking for something fun to try, Guilderland’s continuing education programs offer something for everyone!
Vendors
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, there are a few steps that the company must follow. More information about becoming a vendor can be found on the Vendor Information page.