A message from Superintendent Mayberry Dear GCSD families, We have wrapped up our first full week of the 2025-26 school year, and our schools are filled with energy and excitement. Classrooms are already buzzing with learning, and hallways and cafeterias are alive with conversation and connection. Students are quickly settling into their routines, and it …
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NOTICE: Meeting of the Board of Education There will be a meeting of the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 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 …
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A message from Superintendent Mayberry Dear GCSD families, Beginning Sept. 4, Guilderland will join districts across New York in creating distraction-free classrooms. Personal electronic devices, including cellphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth or wireless headphones, and other mobile devices, must be turned off and put away during the school day. This initiative is about more than setting devices …
Stay updated with the Stopfinder app for real-time transportation information Bus routes have been established for the school year. We recommend that parents/guardians use the Stopfinder app for the latest and most current information regarding their students’ transportation. You will have immediate access to the bus schedule, receive notifications about delays, emergency closings, reminders, etc. …
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A message from Superintendent Mayberry Dear GCSD Families, Just over two weeks into my transition to the Guilderland Central School District, I’ve already felt the strong sense of community and shared purpose that defines Guilderland and its schools. As we prepare to begin the 2025–26 school year, I’m truly excited for what’s ahead. I can’t …
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Listed are the common supplies needed for each grade level. With the August placement letter, parents/guardians will receive this list and information about any additional items that your child’s teacher may request. Please note that this is only the basic list of supplies. Kindergarten | First Grade | Second Grade | Third Grade | Fourth Grade | Fifth Grade Kindergarten …
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Beginning in September 2025, all Guilderland Central School District students will be eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch every school day, thanks to a new state law that expands access to school meals. While no application is required to receive free meals, we strongly encourage families to complete the 2025-26 Free and Reduced Price …
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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 …
