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Dear GCSD community, At the May 5 Board of Education meeting, I presented the proposed $133.9 million budget for the 2026‑27 school year as part of the district’s public budget hearing. The hearing provides residents with an opportunity to review the proposed budget, including projected expenditures and revenues, ahead of the May 19 budget vote and …
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At the May 5 board of education meeting, Superintendent Daniel Mayberry provided an outline of the proposed $133.9 million budget for the 2026-27 school year, along with several ballot propositions voters will consider later this month. The proposal carries a 4.98% spending increase over the current year and a 3.42% increase to the tax levy, …
Continue reading “Budget hearing held at May 5 GCSD Board of Education meeting”
Dear Parents and Guardians, We are writing to share an important update regarding our after-school transportation. Like many districts in the region, we are experiencing a significant shortage of qualified bus drivers. This challenge is now directly impacting our district’s ability to maintain our full schedule of late bus routes. Beginning Monday, May 11, the …
Continue reading “Important Update: Changes to Late Bus Transportation”
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 …
Continue reading “Roberts and Castleman named Dutchmen of the Week for April 20”
NOTICE: Meeting of the Board of Education There will be a meeting of the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education on Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m. The board is scheduled to hold a budget hearing. This meeting will be held in the Large Group Instruction (LGI) room at Guilderland High School and is …
On Tuesday, May 19, alongside the budget vote, residents of the Guilderland Central School District will elect three members to the Board of Education and two members to the Guilderland Public Library Board of Trustees. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Altamont, Pine Bush and Westmere Elementary Schools. Meet the 2026 …
Continue reading “2026 Board of Education and Library Trustee candidates for May 19 election”
The Guilderland Central School District has been named one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education for the 16th time, earning recognition from the NAMM Foundation for its commitment to music as part of a well‑rounded education. The national designation honors school districts that demonstrate strong support for music education through funding, participation, instructional …
Acclaimed children’s musician Red Grammer brought music, movement and messages of kindness during a recent performance at Lynnwood Elementary School. Grammer has shared a connection with the Lynnwood community since the early 1990s, when the school began using his music to reinforce themes of kindness, friendship, acceptance and tolerance. His songs remain a fixture at …
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 …
Continue reading “Dominy and Vrooman named Dutchmen of the Week for April 13”
Dear FMS Families, We regret to share that the boiler issue at FMS remains unresolved. The building will remain closed, and students will continue with remote learning through Wednesday, April 22. We understand the inconvenience this situation has caused for students, staff and families, and we sincerely appreciate your flexibility and patience. Repairs are expected …
Continue reading “UPDATE: FMS closed through Wednesday; remote learning continues”
