EVENT CANCELED – GCSD biannual recycling event
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the April 25 bi-annual recycling event at Farnsworth Middle School is canceled. Thank you
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Vivenzio and Ackert named Dutchmen of the Week for March 30
Each week, we highlight two student-athletes (modified, mod 9, frosh, JV or varsity level) for athletic accomplishments based on the following criteria: The athlete should have made a significant impact on a contest within the nomination time frame, which is the week prior to selection; or The athlete must have shown excellent leadership, sportsmanship, noticeable …
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FMS closed Monday and Tuesday; students to learn remotely
Dear FMS Families, Due to ongoing issues with our boilers that have not yet been resolved, FMS will pivot to remote learning on Monday and Tuesday, April 20-21, to ensure the safety of our students and staff. On Monday and Tuesday, teachers will provide live online instruction following our regular letter-day rotation. Please plan for …
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GCSD Board of Education adopts 2026-27 proposed budget
The Guilderland Central School District Board of Education unanimously adopted a $133,900,025 budget for the 2026-27 school year during their Tuesday, April 14 meeting. This represents a $6,352,633 or 4.98% increase in spending over the current year. If approved, the t,ax levy would increase by 3.42%, which is the maximum allowable levy limit as defined …
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Potential temporary shift to remote learning next week
Dear Families, We want to share an update regarding a facilities issue at Farnsworth Middle School that could lead to a temporary shift to remote learning next week. At this time, three boilers are not operational, leaving some parts of the building without sufficient heat. If temperatures inside the school fall below safe and appropriate …
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April 3 update: Budget discussions and spring updates
Dear GCSD community, At the March 31 meeting and workshop, the Board of Education continued its review of the district’s budget proposal for the coming year. Discussions centered around addressing the budget gap and potential restorations of proposed cuts. You can view a summary of the meeting here. We invite our community to join us …
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Board focuses on potential restorations at March 31 board meeting
At its March 31 budget workshop, the Board of Education continued discussions on closing the district’s budget gap while identifying potential restorations to proposed cuts, using remaining revenue from fund balance and higher-than-anticipated interest earnings. Board members discussed priorities for potential restorations, with strong emphasis on supporting students with special needs, maintaining teaching assistants and …
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Board weighs spending priorities as district refines 2026‑27 budget
The Board of Education held a special meeting on Tuesday, March 24, to review the district’s evolving 2026‑27 budget, consider cost‑saving options and discuss next steps to address the remaining projected $1.8 million budget gap. Superintendent Daniel Mayberry presented an updated draft proposal reflecting revised interest‑earning estimates and the use of fund balance (district savings) …
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Building Bridges: GHS students explore equity…with marshmallows and spaghetti
The GHS Student Voices committee is working to refocus on what diversity, equity and inclusion mean within their school community. For these students, this work is rooted in celebrating differences, fostering understanding and ensuring every student feels seen, supported and engaged. As part of the Student Voice committee’s annual breakfast, the group centered its discussion …
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Budget Q&A held March 17
The Guilderland Central School District Board of Education held a Q&A workshop Tuesday, March 17, to discuss the draft 2026-27 school year budget. The workshop provided board members and community residents the opportunity to ask district administrators questions about the proposal, which was first presented at the March 10 meeting. As the budget remains in …