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Video: The Wonders Journey Continues at VES

Voorheesville Elementary School continues its journey integrating the McGraw Hill reading and writing program, Wonders. This K-5 ELA program emphasizes the five pillars of the science of reading: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Text Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. As part of daily instruction, students are engaging in close reading, analytical writing, and reinforcing foundational skills. The program’s …

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Counseling Department Reminder: Mental Health Resources are Available

Student safety is the number one priority of the Voorheesville Counseling Department, and students may reach out for assistance with mental health issues at any time. The VCSD Counseling Department has resources available to students while they are at school and has experience with navigating access to community resources. Students who would like help may …

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Fueling Success: Blackbird Community Shop Opens to Reduce Food Insecurity

  The Blackbird Community Shop, a collaborative effort between Voorheesville Elementary School and the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, has officially opened its doors to offer free food to local families in need. The initiative comes in response to an observed rise in food insecurity within the Voorheesville community. Intended for families with …

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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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Young Learners at VCSD Get Up Close with Firefighters for Fire Prevention Month

During Fire Prevention Month, the New Salem Fire Department conducted a special visit with grade 1 students at VCSD. Emergency vehicles were on display as firefighters delivered important fire safety messages. The students learned about procedures like “stop, drop, and roll” and the significance of smoke alarms. Students had the opportunity to observe the firefighters …

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Introducing New Assistant Principal and DEI Liaison Brianna Olsen

VCSD is pleased to introduce our new Assistant Principal for both middle and high school, who will also serve as our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Liaison. Olsen has over 16 years of experience in the education field, with a background in school psychology and certification as a behavioral analyst. As a resident of our …

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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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