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More than 40 years ago, the Guilderland Board of Education established a committee to evaluate the contributions of district employees who have significantly impacted the Guilderland Central School District. Since then, over 500 staff members have been recognized for their exceptional service. The Employee Recognition Award is presented annually to celebrate the hard work and …

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The Guilderland Central School District Biannual Recycling Extravaganza will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Farnsworth Middle School, in the front parking lot. This is a community-wide event open to both residents and non-residents of the school district; no certificate of residency is required and there is no drop-off fee for …

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A message from Superintendent Mayberry Dear GCSD families, September has brought a welcome rhythm back to our schools, and these first full weeks have been filled with energy and connection. From tonight’s homecoming game and dance to next week’s school pictures, Board of Education meeting, and open houses, there is much to keep an eye …

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A message from Superintendent Mayberry Dear GCSD families, We have wrapped up our first full week of the 2025-26 school year, and our schools are filled with energy and excitement. Classrooms are already buzzing with learning, and hallways and cafeterias are alive with conversation and connection. Students are quickly settling into their routines, and it …

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A message from Superintendent Mayberry Dear GCSD families, Beginning Sept. 4, Guilderland will join districts across New York in creating distraction-free classrooms. Personal electronic devices, including cellphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth or wireless headphones, and other mobile devices, must be turned off and put away during the school day. This initiative is about more than setting devices …

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Stay updated with the Stopfinder app for real-time transportation information Bus routes have been established for the school year. We recommend that parents/guardians use the Stopfinder app for the latest and most current information regarding their students’ transportation. You will have immediate access to the bus schedule, receive notifications about delays, emergency closings, reminders, etc. …

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