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Marking its 26th year of operation, the Butterfly Station will run from July 11 until August 8. The attraction will be open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and, beginning on July 17, Thursday evenings, 4:30-7:30 p.m. The Butterfly Release Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, August 8 at 9:30 a.m. Free to all …
There will be an organizational meeting of the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education on Thursday, July 10, at 7 p.m. This meeting will be held in the Large Group Instruction (LGI) room at Guilderland High School and is open to the public. Members of the GCSD community are welcome to attend and encouraged …
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As we prepare for the 2025–26 school year, all families are reminded of the New York State health requirements for students in grades K–12. Compliance with these regulations ensures a safe and healthy school environment for all students Immunization Requirements New York State law mandates that all students must be up-to-date on required vaccinations to …
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A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear Guilderland Families, As the days of this school year wind down, so too does my time serving as the Superintendent of the Guilderland Central School District. Monday will be my last day. It has been my honor and privilege to be your superintendent for the last nearly 15 years. …
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A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, The topic of distraction-free school environments has been prevalent this year. In December, the Guilderland Central School District hosted a panel discussion about the harmful effects of cellphones on the well-being of children. In January, Gov. Hochul visited Farnsworth Middle School to unveil a plan — that …
Dear GCSD Families, As we communicated to families on Friday, excessive temperatures are forecasted for early next week, with heat indexes predicted to reach 100 degrees. To ensure the safety of students and staff, the Guilderland Central School District will adhere to the following schedule to maintain healthy learning environments: Monday, June 23 Elementary buildings …
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A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, As the academic year winds down, our schools are filled with joyful celebrations, picnics, concerts, and moving-up ceremonies. While these meaningful milestones reflect a successful and rewarding year, I’d also like to spotlight several recent end-of-year events that are equally significant — many of which are unique …
Twelve Guilderland High School students have earned the New York State Seal of Civic Readiness — the first cohort to earn this distinction at GHS. The objective of the Seal of Civic Readiness is to empower students to make informed decisions for the public good while having a positive impact in their communities through civic …
On Thursday, May 22, the Guilderland High School Student Voice Committee hosted its fifth annual Anti-Hate Rally. Held in the Large Group Instruction (LGI) room, the event featured student speeches, presentations and activities centered around this year’s theme: building bridges. The rally served as the culminating event of Unity Week—a series of school-wide initiatives designed …
Unity Week is a valued tradition at Guilderland High School, bringing the school community together each year to build meaningful connections and engage in thoughtful conversations around a central theme. This year’s theme, “Building Bridges,” emphasized understanding, collaboration and inclusivity. To explore this theme and promote dialogue that transcends differences, the Student Voice Subcommittee organized …
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