- Receive email news from the district and its schools
- Community announcements
- Alumni
- Continuing education
- Vendors
ParentSquare information for community members
ParentSquare is a way to receive email news from the district and its schools.
The district began utilizing ParentSquare in the 2023-24 school year for emergency notifications, such as school closings/delays and emergency situations in schools and has since expanded its use to include school and district-level messages.
To join the GCSD Public Community Group in ParentSquare, register here. For more information on how to set up your account, change preferences, and the answers to other frequently asked questions, go to the ParentSquare Information page.
Announcements
The district is a central hub of activity in the community, particularly as it relates to educational and recreational opportunities available to children. This Community Announcements section is provided as a service to parents for informational purposes only. Programs listed are not necessarily affiliated with nor endorsed by the Guilderland Central School District. For more information about the activities and organizations listed below, please use the contact information provided with each entry.
If you have a community announcement you would like posted, please contact the Superintendent’s Office for approval.
Current announcements
NYPA Touch a Truck & Family Safety Fair
Saturday Aug. 22, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center
1378 State Rte. 30
North Blenheim, NY 12131
Discover and explore:
- Local public safety vehicles
- Mighty construction machines
- New York Power Authority fleet vehicles
- Food vendors and bounce house
Free admission and parking. Rain or shine.
For more information, visit the NY Power Authority website.
NYPA Wildlife Festival
Saturday Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center
1378 State Rte. 30
North Blenheim, NY 12131
Join us for a day of adventure and discovery with nature!
- Over 50 animal species – from alpacas to kangaroos
- Birds of prey demonstration
- Wildlife-themed activities and crafts
- Entertainment tent, local craft vendors and food trucks
Free admission and parking. Rain or shine.
For more information, visit the NY Power Authority website.
Helderberg Outdoor Challenge
Discover the natural beauty, rich history and wildlife of the Helderbergs by visiting their parks, preserves, wildlife management areas and wetlands. After visiting the 22 sites listed on this page, you can register your trips online and earn a Helderberg Outdoor Challenge certificate. This certificate can be exchanged for a sticker at the Altamont Free Library.
Guilderland Youth Volleyball Club
Indoor fall league
Guilderland Elementary School, 2225 Western Ave, Guilderland
Sept-Oct
Grades 3-4: Tuesdays and Saturdays
Grades 5-6: Thursdays and Saturdays
$200
Powerful Fun!
Learn the history of power and feel the power of history at the Blenheim-Gilboa Visitors Center. For more information, visit their website.
2026 Powerful Fun Events
- August 22: Touch-A-Truck
- September 26: Wildlife Festival
- October 24: Spooktacular
- December 5: Holly Jolly Party
Alumni
Reunion news
Interested in organizing a reunion for your graduating class? Let us know by sending an e-mail or calling the district’s Communications Office at 518-456-6200, ext. 0115 with details about the event, including the class, date, location, time and contact information. Details will be posted on our reunions page where visitors can find information on currently scheduled reunions.
Guilderland Central School District Scholarship Fund
Each year, the district awards several scholarships to deserving high school seniors based on criteria such as academic area of interest, athletic area of interest, and community service. Learn more about the scholarship fund.
Alumni Class Websites
Does your graduating class have its own website or Facebook page? If so, let us know and we will post a link to it. Visit alumni class sites.
Continuing Education
Whether you are hoping to fine tune your professional skills, learn more about a specific topic of interest or simply looking for something fun to try, Guilderland’s continuing education programs offer something for everyone!
Vendors
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, there are a few steps that the company must follow. More information about becoming a vendor can be found on the Vendor Information page.