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GCSD accepting applications for 2023-24 Universal Pre-K program Mar. 13-Apr. 6

UPK program offered in partnership with community partners The Guilderland Central School District is offering Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) for the 2023-24 school year as part of funding from New York state. UPK is a free program open to Guilderland families with children who will be four years old by December 1, 2023 (children who have …

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Oct. 14 update: capital projects; 23-24 budget ThoughtExchange; 22-23 budget vote exit survey report

A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, A year ago, Guilderland residents approved a capital improvement proposal which included projects to enhance safety, technology and facilities throughout the Guilderland Central School District. You can learn more about the status of many of these projects on the district website. One of the largest undertakings has …

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GCSD completes busy summer of capital improvement project work

Guilderland Central School District students returned to school this September to many improvements in their buildings. These improvements were budgeted for as part of the two capital projects approved by Guilderland residents in 2019 and 2021. District-wide improvements to safety and technology All seven of the GCSD buildings have had enhancements made to both security …

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2022-23 budget vote exit survey report now available

The Guilderland Central School District conducted an exit survey durings its annual school budget vote for the 2022-23 year on May 17, 2022. The purpose was to collect demographic data about who voted on the budget and information about why voters voted the way they did. The survey was voluntary and anonymous. Surveys were made …

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Holden McLean and Will Smitas named Dutchmen of the Week for the week of Sept. 26

Congratulations to Holden McLean (Modified Cross Country) and Will Smitas (Varsity Cross Country) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of September 26. Holden McLean (Modified Cross Country) Holden has had an amazing first half of the season. He led his team to victory on 9/28 vs Shaker by a score …

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Oct. 7 update: vaccine opportunities; Securly update; Community event webpage; no school Oct. 10

A message from Superintendent Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, Please note, all Guilderland Central School District schools and the district office will be closed on Monday, October 10. This is in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day; classes will resume on Tuesday, October 11. COVID-19 vaccination opportunities With Albany County now at a high …

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Young Artists of the Month, September

Each month, the art teachers from Altamont Elementary, Guilderland Elementary, Lynnwood Elementary and Westmere Elementary highlight students who have demonstrated they are practicing Studio Habits of Mind. These eight habits – develop craft, engage and persist, envision, express, observe, reflect, stretch and explore, and understand art worlds – encourage and enable students to be more …

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Guilderland High School musicians recognized for musical excellence

The Guilderland Music Department is proud to announce three Guilderland High School students have been selected for the prestigious New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Conference All-State Music Ensembles. Selected for their exemplary performances are: Maxine Alpart (senior), Alto 2, Mixed Chorus Bohdan Kinal (senior), Alto Saxophone, Instrumental Jazz & Tenor 1, Mixed Chorus …

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Bridget Burke and Addison Vellekoop named Dutchmen of the Week for the week of Sept. 19

Congratulations to Bridget Burke (Varsity Golf) and Addison Vellekoop (Varsity Cross Country) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of September 19. Bridget Burke (Varsity Golf) Bridget has been on the girls varsity golf team since it started four years ago. Now a senior, she has become one of our top …

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