Reminder about 5 p.m. bus runs

Just a reminder that the district’s 5 p.m. bus runs will not be offered during the 2010-11 school year. “Unfortunately, this was one of the difficult cuts we had to make this year during the budget development process,” said Superintendent Dr. Ryan Sherman. “We apologize for any inconvenience.”

Orientation for incoming seventh-graders

There will be an Orientation/Open House for incoming seventh-graders on Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at the Jr.-Sr. High School. The activities include a picnic at 5 p.m., a presentation at 5:45 p.m., open house at 6:30 p.m. and  a dance beginning at 8:20 p.m. Click here for more details [PDF file]. For more information, call (518) 695-3255, ext. 2232.

Schuylerville and Greenwich teaming up to share powerful messages from Rachel's Challenge

While Schuylerville and Greenwich students exhibit the friendly rivalry that often occurs between neighboring school districts, the two groups will come together in September to start a chain reaction of kindness. It’s all part of a joint partnership—generously arranged and funded by The Fort Miller Group, Inc.—to bring Rachel’s Challenge programs to the districts. [READ MORE]

Many campus areas remain closed for safety reasons

A reminder as the district finishes up its construction project: Many areas of the district remain closed for safety purposes. Visitors are asked to go directly to the offices where they need to conduct business and athletes should only be on the fields where their practices are taking place. Parents, students and other visitors should not be walking through buildings unaccompanied.

Currently, parents or other visitors needing to meet with Elementary School staff can enter the building near the playground. The Elementary School principals have moved back into the main office area, while the secretarial staff members are temporarily relocated to classrooms in the kindergarten/first-grade wing. Visitors to the Jr.-Sr. High School can enter the building at the back near the tennis courts. There are signs posted on the doors indicating the temporary locations of staff members.

For more information, call the district at (518) 695-3255.

New parent notification system

This year, Schuylerville Central School District will be implementing a Global Connect Parent Notification System that will replace School News Notifier (SNN). Global Connect will allow better communication between school and home. Please click here to view a letter from Superintendent Ryan Sherman [PDF file].

State Education Department raises the bar for student achievement

State Education Department releases test scores

Click here  to view Superintendent Ryan Sherman's letter to parents regarding the July 28 release of math and English language arts test scores for grades 3 through 8 [PDF file].

New “cut scores” could mean a dip in test scores for districts across the state

During the week of July 26, 2010, the New York State Education Department (SED) will release test scores for the grades 3 through 8 math and English language arts exams that were administered to students in May 2010. The results will reflect newly adopted procedures from SED that raise the scores students must earn in order to be considered “proficient” in a subject.

“Like many districts across the state, Schuylerville may see a dip in its test scores due to a change in the ‘cut scores’ that SED uses to determine whether students are achieving at high enough levels,” explained Superintendent Dr. Ryan Sherman. “We want to be sure our parents and community members understand how this new scoring system may affect individual student test scores and overall district results before media outlets begin covering the story.” [READ MORE]

State social studies exams for fifth- and eighth-graders eliminated

Citing the need to reduce costs for state assessments, the Board of Regents has eliminated the state social studies tests previously scheduled for fifth-graders in November 2010 and for eighth-graders in June 2011. The state's fiscal crisis may prompt further cuts to the testing program. More details should be available in August.

Schuylerville 10th-grader invited to play in European soccer tournament

Schuylerville 10th-grader Nicole Senecal has been chosen to participate in the prestigious Valtellina Football Cup international soccer tournament July 27-August 1, 2010. The tournament, which takes place in Italy, features competitive play among more than 40 teams from 10 different nations. [READ MORE]

Recent Schuylerville graduate recalls high school experiences in Seventeen magazine article

If you glance at the August 2010 issue of Seventeen magazine, you’ll see the face of pop/R&B recording artist Rihanna. If you look a little closer, you’ll see a photo of Schuylerville Jr.-Sr. High School Class of 2008 graduate Christine Bonesteel. [READ MORE]

Students recognized for academic success in the fourth quarter

Schuylerville Jr.-Sr. High School Principal Matthew Sickles has announced students accomplishing notable achievement during the fourth marking period. [READ more]

Many offices relocated for the summer

Due to the construction project, many offices have been relocated for the summer months. Below is a list of locations for your convenience. Please note that many campus areas are closed for safety reasons and access to the parking lot may be restricted depending on day-to-day construction work. [READ MORE]

District names top 10 graduates for 2010

Schuylerville Central School District’s Class of 2010 finishes a school year marked by high academic achievement and a commitment to community service. Among the approximately 126 graduates are the following “top 10” students: [READ MORE]

Some New York State tests may be cut next year due to budget crisis

The New York State Education Department is considering eliminating some state testing next school year due to the state's looming fiscal problems and lack of a state budget. The State Board of Regents voted on June 22 to approve two sets of strategies to achieve cost reductions in the state assessment program. Part of that strategy includes eliminating the January, 2011 Regents exams, fifth- and eighth-grade social studies assessments as well as a variety of state exams in foreign language, math and science. [READ MORE]

Voters approve district's proposed 2010-11 budget

By a margin of 540 to 244, Schuylerville residents approve the district's proposed $32.1 million budget for 2010-11. The budget is projected to carry no tax levy increase for property owners. The spending increase is 3.34 percent.

Residents also approved the proposition to purchase two large diesel buses and re-elected incumbent Board of Education member Stan Barber, who ran unopposed for one open Board seat.

Students learning about consequences of sexting from Assistant District Attorney Jesse Ashdown

On Thursday, May 20, 2010, students in grades 5-12 will see a presentation from Saratoga County Assistant District Attorney Jesse Ashdown on sexting and its consequences. [READ MORE]

Athletic director retirement brings shifting of administrative responsibilities

Schuylerville’s Athletic Director Beth Sciurba is among the 11 district staff members who will retire at the end of the school year. She has dedicated more than 30 years of service to the district.

“In today’s economic environment, we feel an extra obligation to examine everyone’s responsibilities to see where we might be able to realize some savings for our taxpayers,” said Superintendent Dr. Ryan Sherman. “To that end, we won’t be hiring a new administrator to cover Beth’s workload. Rather, we’ll be shifting the responsibilities internally to Elementary School Assistant Principal Andy Pemrick.” [READ MORE]

Colin Sullivan recognized by National Merit Scholarship Program

Schuylerville 11th-grader Colin Sullivan has been recognized for his scores on the 2009 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). He placed among the highest-scoring students who participated in the 2011 National Merit Scholarship Program; more than 1.5 million students throughout the United States entered.  [READ MORE]

Young Army veteran/author sharing experiences and writing advice with students

On Wednesday, March 3, 2010, author/veteran Ryan Smithson will discuss his powerful book, “Ghosts of War: The True Story of a 19-Year-Old GI,” with Schuylerville Jr.-Sr. High School students. The book recounts Smithson’s tour of duty in Iraq as a young Army engineer. [READ MORE]

February break means travel to France and Spain for students

“You can only do so much with visuals and text books,” said Schuylerville Jr.-Sr. High School Spanish Teacher Andrea Willson. “You have to live it.”

And that’s exactly what 38 students will do—live within French and Spanish cultures as they travel with district staff members for 10 days. “This will be an unforgettable, invaluable experience for the students,” Willson said. [READ MORE]

Students published in regional art/literary journal

Ten Schuylerville students were chosen to have their work published in Talent Unlimited, a regional art/literary magazine. [READ MORE]

Residents approve district proposal to install FieldTurf

By a margin of 428 to 288, Schuylerville Central School District residents approved a proposal to install FieldTurf on the current football field and to construct a new press box.  [READ MORE]

Students raising funds to help children affected by Haitian earthquake

Schuylerville Central School District students are once again showing their caring spirit by raising funds to donate to UNICEF in order to help children affected by the recent earthquake in Haiti.  [READ MORE]

Senior Sarah Anderson chosen for DAR Good Citizen Award

Schuylerville Jr-Sr. High School has selected Sarah Anderson to receive the Willard Mountain chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award. [READ MORE]

Athletes recognized for academic achievement

Congratulations to the following fall varsity sports teams that have achieved the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Scholar Athlete Team Award: [READ MORE]

Sex offender registry

New York State Law permits law enforcement authorities to share certain information with school districts relating to paroled sex offenders who take up residence in the school district. [Read More]