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The Guilderland Central School District will provide free breakfast and lunch to anyone in the district, age 18 and under, through June 30, 2022. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is covering all costs. This decision is subject to change at the federal government’s discretion. Why should you take advantage of these free meal options? It …
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Before a new school year begins, the faculty and staff at Farnsworth Middle School and our elementary schools begin identifying, planning for, and scheduling students for additional math support in the form of Academic Intervention Services (AIS). What is AIS Math? AIS Math is mandated by the New York State Department of Education specifically for …
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Over thirty years ago, the GCSD Board of Education authorized the establishment of a committee to review the service provided by district employees who have made outstanding contributions to the Guilderland Central School District. Since that time, more than 500 staff members have been honored. The following employees will be recognized at the beginning of …
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With a mission to alleviate child hunger during times when school meals are not available, the Guilderland High School (GHS) Backpack Program provides child-friendly, nonperishable and easy-to-prepare food over the weekend for students in need. The program is funded and supported through volunteers and community donations and runs from October to June. Students are typically …
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Today, September 30, the district learned of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the GHS community. The district and the principal of GHS, are working closely with the Albany County Department of Health to supply contact tracing information. For anyone exposed, the Albany County Department of Health will reach out and advise on the need …
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On September 28, the district learned of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 in the Guilderland High School Community. Please remember that the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other privacy laws restrict the district from disclosing or confirming any personally identifiable information and we cannot identify anyone who has tested positive. The …
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Every day, schools in the Guilderland Central School District are busy monitoring developments in the health offices, tracking attendance and keeping in touch with representatives from the Albany County Department of Health so that the district is prepared to respond to any confirmed cases of COVID-19. To date, there have been two confirmed cases of …
When will sports schedules be available online? Fall schedules are available online now. View information and up-to-date schedules for Guilderland’s athletic teams at: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/486 Can an athlete play in all 4 seasons in 2020-21? Yes. An athlete can play in all 4 seasons (Fall, Winter, Fall 2, Spring) in 2020-21. For example, an athlete can …
Please see an important message below from Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Marie Wiles: Dear Parents and Guardians, The New York State Division of Parole through local law enforcement agencies has instituted a policy whereby school administrators are notified of paroled sex offenders living or working in our school district. This afternoon, we were provided the …
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Please see the message regarding athletics from GCSD Athletic Director, David Austin: Dear GCSD Families, As the Director of Health, PE & Athletics here at Guilderland Central School District, I am thrilled that our student athletes will have the opportunity to get back on the playing field this fall as the GCSD will allow low …
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