In May, five accomplished Guilderland High School student-musicians, who comprise the GHS Brass Quintet, performed at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center in the 41st annual Young Musicians Concert. Organized by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, the Young Musicians Concert is a showcase of talented high school chamber ensembles from the tri-state area. …
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The curiosity, wonder, and inquisitive spirit of Guilderland High School students were recently on display at the annual E=MC² Symposium, an event that showcases the year-long original research projects of students enrolled in the Exploring with Mindful Creativity & Curiosity (E=MC²) course. This inquiry-based class empowers students to pursue self-directed research projects on topics of …
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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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There will be a meeting of the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education on Tuesday, June 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 to …
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Twenty four Guilderland High School seniors were honored on Thursday, May 15, for committing to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level, as part of a National College Decision Day tradition. The district’s athletic department hosted a special event in the high school gymnasium, inviting family and friends to celebrate and recognize the achievements …
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At a ceremony held on Tuesday, May 20, 21 Guilderland High School seniors received the New York State Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB). Created by New York State Department of Education (NYSED) to encourage the study of languages, the NYSSB prepares students for the future with essential skills for a global society. A NYSSB distinction recognizes …
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This story was updated with official vote results on May 21, 2025. On May 20, Guilderland Central School District voters approved a $127,547,392 proposed budget for the 2025-26 school year by a vote of 1,635 (YES) to 551 (NO), which is a 74.79% approval. The budget carries a 1.88% increase in spending over the current …
At a special meeting on Wednesday, May 14, the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education will make the anticipated appointment of Daniel J. Mayberry as the next Superintendent of Schools. The board is offering him a three-year agreement that will begin on August 1, 2025. Mr. Mayberry is currently the Superintendent of Keene Central …
