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 1,628 (yes) to 546 (no), which is a 74.89% approval. The budget carries a 1.88% increase in spending over the current year’s budget and will result in a 2.22% tax levy increase, which …
A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, I am so pleased to announce that for the fifteenth time the Guilderland Central School District music department is a recipient of the Best Communities for Music Education honor. This award celebrates the intrinsic value of music education and recognizes the outstanding efforts of GCSD students and …
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Congratulations to Jayde Carrk (Varsity Lacrosse) and Arianna Mills (Varsity Track & Field) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of April 28. Jayde Carrk (Varsity Lacrosse) Jayde is a constant on our team. Every game she holds down our defensive end, she is a leader on and off the field. …
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Tuesday, May 20 is school budget vote day. Guilderland Central School District residents are voting on the proposed $127,547,392 budget for the 2025-26 school year, two additional propositions and to elect four members to the board of education. Future Ready capital project: if approved by voters, this $57,259,705 improvement plan will begin the multi-year process …
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The Guilderland Music Department is the recipient of the NAMM Foundation for Best Communities for Music Education for the fifteenth time. The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation celebrates and promotes the intrinsic value of music education. This designation honors the Guilderland community’s commitment to include music education as part of a quality …
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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 …
There will be a special meeting of the Guilderland Central School District Board of Education on Wednesday, May 14, at 6 p.m. On the agenda is the anticipated appointment of the next superintendent of schools. This meeting will be held in the Large Group Instruction (LGI) room at Guilderland High School and is open to …
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A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, This past Tuesday, at the May 6 board of education meeting, the Guilderland Central School District held its public budget hearing. Assistant Superintendent for Business, Dr. Andrew Van Alstyne, provided a presentation on the proposed $127,547,392 budget for the 2025-26 school year. The purpose of the hearing …
Six Guilderland High School students had artwork selected for the 2025 Media Arts Festival, including ninth grade student Kaylin Doorly, who was awarded first place in the visual identity category. Held at Niskayuna High School on April 10, the juried Media Arts Festival showcased outstanding films, animations, digital art, graphic design and other media from …
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Congratulations to Reese Castleman (JV Lacrosse) and Ava Warren (Modified Lacrosse) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of April 21. Reese Castleman (JV Lacrosse) Over the past few weeks, Reese has made significant strides in her passing and catching, defensive footwork, and help defense. But what sets Reese apart isn’t …
