On the evening of May 10, the Guilderland Central School District celebrated and honored faculty and staff who have reached the milestones of tenure and retirement. Recognition of retirees This year, 34 individuals are retiring with more than 800 collective years of service provided to our students, schools and community. We are so grateful for …
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On Tuesday, May 17, Guilderland residents will vote on the proposed $109,887,845 budget for the 2022-23 school year. The proposed plan calls for a $4,908,275 increase in spending over the current year’s budget. If approved, the budget would increase the tax levy by 2.98%, which is within the district’s levy limit. The proposed budget focuses on …
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Congratulations to Maeghan Hickey (Varsity Track & Field) and Nick Plue (Varsity Baseball) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of April 25. Maeghan Hickey (Varsity Track & Field) Maeghan ran an insanely fast 15.21 in the 100m hurdles, breaking a Guilderland High School record that has stood for 12 years. …
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On Monday, May 9, at 6:00 p.m., the Guilderland PTA Council is hosting a virtual Meet the Candidates Night to introduce potential board of education members to the community. The forum will be livestreamed on the GHS Media channel on YouTube and will be recorded. District residents will vote on May 17 to fill four …
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A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, Last weekend Farnsworth Middle School students, accompanied by teachers and parents, traveled to our nation’s capital for a Washington studies trip. The FMS group had the privilege of welcoming an honor flight of Korean War and Vietnam War veterans to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo …
At the end of April, Farnsworth Middle School students, accompanied by teachers and parents, traveled to our nation’s capital for a Washington studies trip. The FMS group had the privilege of welcoming an honor flight of Korean War and Vietnam War veterans to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial). Lining the walkway …
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Residents to vote on $109.9 million school budget proposal on May 17 At the May 3 board of education meeting, the Guilderland Central School District held its public budget hearing. Assistant Superintendent for Business, Mr. Neil Sanders, provided a presentation on the proposed $109,887,845 budget for the 2022-23 school year. At the budget hearing Mr. …
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A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, This week we honor and recognize the contributions of teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week. The past two years have made it very clear that teachers are the backbone of our district. Guilderland Central School District teachers are professionals who have approached many unique challenges with determination …
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With a victory over Averill Park on Saturday, April 30, Coach Sean McConaghy recorded his 200th career victory as the Guilderland High School boys varsity lacrosse coach. Sean became the varsity coach in 2005. Under his leadership, the team has earned three league titles, three sectional second place finishes and two sectional championships, most recently …
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Congratulations to Tommy Tyksinski (Varsity Lacrosse) and Lillie Teague (Varsity Softball) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for April 11-24. Tommy Tyksinski (Varsity Lacrosse) Tommy was selected by the Times Union as “Athlete of the Week.” Over a two week span, Tommy scored 22 goals and recorded 5 assists. He has helped the …
