Following the launch of the BIRDS motto (Be Inclusive, Responsible, Determined and Strong) last fall, VCSD has continued to embed those core values into every facet of the school life. The motto was born of discussions within the District Advisory Committee, which is a shared decision-making group composed of staff, students, and parents. Students …
The inaugural Blackbird Community Fair, held on May 18, surpassed all expectations, and was a joyful celebration of culture, community and connection. Community members of all ages were able to experience the vibrancy of our region. Over 30 community groups and school-based clubs participated. The fair featured performances, activities and tasty foods and gave all …
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The safety of children is our top priority at Voorheesville Central School District. All members of our school community have a role in school safety, and knowing how to respond in the event of an emergency is an important part of this. As required by state education law, the Voorheesville Central School District maintains a …
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Voorheesville Central School District is offering level 1-5 Learn-to-Swim lessons and Pre-Competitive swim instruction at the high school this summer. There will also be a daily Open Swim session Monday-Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. Dates: Session 1: July 8-18 Session 2: July 22-Aug. 1 Session 3: tbd Times: Day classes: 9:10–10:00; 10:10-11:00; 11:10-12:00 Evening …
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On Tuesday, May 21, Voorheesville Central School District residents voted in favor of the proposed $34,482,366 budget for the 2024-25 school year by a margin of 77% in favor and 23% opposed. The figures include absentee ballots. Kathy Fiero and Matthew Bergeron were elected to the school board of education. Voters approved the purchase of …
At the March 4, 2024 Board of Education meeting, the Voorheesville Board of Education approved the Revised 2024-25 District Calendar. Printable 2024-2025 District Calendar Here are some important days for the coming school year: September 2 – Labor Day September 3-4 – Superintendent Conference Days September 5 – First Day of School October 3 – …
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Grade five students have a new taste for the art of writing restaurant critiques, and their new skills earned them each a slice of pizza. As an exercise in authentic writing, teacher Kristy Riccio had her students write reviews of their favorite local restaurants. The opinion/argumentative writing unit also required students to mail their …
LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Public Hearings on the modification of the Property Tax Exemption under Real Property Tax Law Sections 459 and 467, for eligible seniors and persons with physical disabilities, the adoption of the Property Tax Exemption under Real Property Tax Law Section 466-a, for eligible volunteer …
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It can be difficult for a parent or guardian to decide whether to send children to school when they wake up with symptoms of an illness or complaints that they do not feel well. Regular school attendance is the key to a student’s success. However, there are times when students will benefit from staying at …
Voorheesville Central School District (VCSD) has partnered with BusPatrol to modernize school bus fleets with advanced safety technology to tackle the illegal passing of stopped school buses. It is illegal to pass a stopped school bus in New York State. Traffic approaching from either direction must stop for a stopped school bus with its red …
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