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Enhancing Communication with SchoolMessenger App

As the Voorheesville School District continues to prioritize seamless communication between schools and families, it is important for parents and guardians to be aware of all options available to receive timely updates. While many people already receive essential information via email, the SchoolMessenger smartphone app provides another convenient way to stay on top of important …

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Soaring Higher Together: Introducing BIRDS Motto and Video

VCSD is unveiling a new motto to reflect the values of the school community: BIRDS – Be Inclusive, Responsible, Determined, Strong. Superintendent Frank Macri says the meaning of the BIRDS motto came from the students themselves.  “In the spring of 2022, the District Advisory Committee (a shared decision-making group composed of staff, students, and parents) …

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Historic Bell Marks Class Periods for Students

Students in the VCSD middle and junior high schools are getting a history lesson as a new sound signals the end of one class period and the beginning of the next. Speakers in the building now play the sound of the Meneely Bell. Over the summer, Technical Support Specialist Leon(Lonnie) Spath recorded the bell, which …

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VCSD Shares 2023 School Climate Survey Results

  As part of the district’s commitment to ensure the well-being of its students, the Voorheesville Central School District conducted a School Climate Survey this spring. The survey solicited feedback from grade 5-12 students, staff and guardians.  On June 5, Superintendent Frank Macri presented the survey results to the board of education. He noted the …

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A message from Superintendent Frank Macri

  Dear Parents and Guardians, Providing a safe educational environment for Voorheesville Central School District students and staff remains one of our top priorities. Recently, the board of education passed a resolution requiring me to communicate with our school community about the importance of safe gun storage.  We are all aware of incidents of gun …

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VCSD residents to vote on two capital improvement propositions set for Dec. 6

At its Oct. 3 regular meeting, the Voorheesville CSD Board of Education unanimously approved two capital project proposals totaling $27.2 million. The two propositions will be put forth before voters on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022.  The first proposition is the core project, at a cost of $25.2 million, which includes a majority of updates at …

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Closing out National Bullying Prevention Month

Held every October, National Bullying Prevention Month is a month-long observance to prevent childhood bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. One of our social workers shared the following presentation on bullying and what VCSD is doing to spread kindness! (WITH NARRATION)

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NEW: Safe School Helpline

Dear VCSD Families,  The Voorheesville Central School District has implemented the Safe School Helpline as a confidential way to report threats of violence, suicide, bullying, and illegal activity that could harm students in our schools. It can be accessed numerous ways: through the web, by downloading an app, by texting, or calling a toll free …

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VES Hires Crossing Guard for School Days

Our elementary students who walk or ride their bike to school will be better protected with a new crossing guard to control the flow of traffic at the intersection of 85A and 156. “The district is excited to partner with the village to offer an added layer of safety for our community,” said Superintendent Frank …

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