June 27 update: a farewell message from Superintendent Wiles

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. …

June 23 update: GHS Yondr program; best wishes Mr. Sanita, welcome Dr. Stalker; LinqConnect reminders; early dismissals

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 …

Dr. Katie Stalker appointed principal of Pine Bush Elementary School

The Guilderland Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Katie Stalker as the next principal of Pine Bush Elementary School. Dr. Stalker, who is currently Principal of Mater Christi School, was appointed by the board of education at its April 8 meeting. She will begin her new role on July 1, …

Pine Bush Elementary Principal Chris Sanita retires after years of dedicated leadership

After more than three decades of dedicated service— including 17 as Principal of Pine Bush Elementary School—Chris Sanita is retiring, leaving a lasting and profound impact on the Guilderland Central School District community. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Sanita has been unwavering in his commitment to supporting each and every student, always focused on helping them …

Schedule changes for June 23-24 due to heat

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 …

June 16 update: anti-hate rally; E=MC2 Symposium; students earn Seal of Civic Readiness, Biliteracy; no school June 19

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 …

Board of Education meeting Tuesday, June 10, 7 p.m.

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 …

Voters approve 2025-26 budget and capital project; four candidates elected to board of education

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 …

Board of Education Intends to Appoint Daniel Mayberry as Superintendent of Schools

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 …

Celebrating “Music in our Schools Month”

March is “Music in our Schools Month,” a time to spotlight the vital role music plays in education and its profound impact on students, schools, and communities. This annual observance aims to raise awareness about the importance of providing every child with access to high-quality music programs and celebrate the incredible value they provide. The …

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