GCSD Trisha McLean recognized as a NewsChannel 13’s “Top Teacher”

Trisha McLean, a fifth-grade teacher at Pine Bush Elementary School, is one of WNYT NewsChannel 13’s “Top Teachers!” “Mrs. McLean helps us believe in ourselves, and to be confident. And, she always dances,” said Molly Martone, a current student who nominated McLean. “We’re very lucky to have Trisha as part of our amazing staff at …

GCSD Update on COVID-19: Feb. 28, 2020

Feb. 28, 2020 Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s): The Guilderland Central School District is closely monitoring daily developments regarding the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Like all New York school districts, Guilderland relies on guidance from state and federal agencies, including the New York State Department of Education (SED), the New York State Department of Health (DOH), the Albany County …

2020-21 Student Calendar

The general student calendar for the 2020-21 academic year was adopted by the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education on May 26, 2020.   You can download a PDF copy of the 2020-21 academic general student calendar here.  This calendar lists the following conference days and holidays: Friday, July 3, 2020 Holiday for employees Tuesday-Thursday, …

Planning for high school – Important info for grade 8 families

The following information was presented to parents of students in the GHS class of 2024, who are planning for the transition from middle school to high school. Choosing your child’s grade 9 classes – Timeline January  6th-17th Counselors present in class January 9th – “Planning the HS Program” at GHS January 13th-February 13th  Counselors meet …

GCSD Employee Recognition Award

The Employee Recognition Award is a wonderful tradition in our district. In the late 1970s, the Board of Education authorized the establishment of a committee to review the names of Guilderland employees who have made outstanding contributions to the Guilderland Central School District. Over these many years, more than 466 employees have been recipients of …

Bus Driver position, continuous recruitment – more information

The GCSD is in need of bus drivers! $1,250 sign-on bonus for qualified individuals Guaranteed Hours Medical and Dental Insurance NY State Retirement Paid Holidays CDL Preferred But Not Required Free Training Available Positions Available Immediately Apply in person at the Transportation Dept. located at 9 Dutchman Lane, Guilderland Center, NY 518-861-6434  

Technology Education Curriculum – Grade 8

Students in 8th-grade technology at FMS will participate in two of the modules found below while in the modular labs. Audio Communications Computer Graphics Computer Numeric Control Digital Music Electricity Energy & Power Environment Flight Technology Laser Technology Materials Processing Mechanisms Robotics Structures Video Production While engaged in the modules, students will work independently and …

Technology Education Curriculum – Grade 7

Introduction to Technology – Part II Students in seventh-grade technology at FMS will participate in two of the modules found below while in the modular labs. Audio Communications Computer Graphics Computer Numeric Control Digital Music Electricity Energy & Power Environment Flight Technology Laser Technology Materials Processing Mechanisms Robotics Structures Video Production While engaged in the …

Technology Education Curriculum – Grade 6

Introduction to Technology – Part I Students will participate in technology education for 20 weeks (either from Sept. to Jan. or Jan. to June). Units of study for the 6th grade course include the following:  Computer Labs – 10 weeks Keyboarding UltraKey Software  Computer Skills File structure, Respectful use of school computers, Google Apps, Google …

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