They’re the best in the state! Glens Falls High School vocalists Ryan Burchfield, Lily Duerr, Erin Stockdale, and Lison Tunick, and saxophonist Sean Pettis, have all earned spots in the prestigious New York State School Music Association All-State performance groups. Only nine hundred students out of thousands from high schools across New York State were …
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Nine student-musicians at Glens Falls High were selected to perform as part of the Area All-State musical ensembles on November 16th! The honored musicians (above) include: Sean Pettis, Alto Saxophone in the Jazz Ensemble conducted by Steve Frank Ryan Burchfield , Lily Duerr, and Lison Tunick in the Chorus conducted by Dr. Doreen Fryling Peyton …
“The unique part of what I do on a day-to-day basis comes from the heart—I care for little ones as individuals in whatever aspect they need,”says Kensington Teaching Assistant Darcy Dufresne. “In kindergarten it ranges from academic needs to social redirection, or they just may need a hug. The one thing that constantly runs through …
“It makes the day more enjoyable when you work with someone like Matt,” says Head Custodian Becky Blackmer. “We have fun while we work, laughing and joking around. He is a hard worker and and even helps maintenance and grounds from time to time.” Matt Condon is a custodian at Glens Falls Middle School, and …
During American Education Week, Nov. 18-22, we celebrated by highlighting our “school superheroes” whose various careers touch the lives of our students and pave the way for success! Education Support Professionals—our teacher aides, teaching assistants, secretaries, custodians, and many other team members—play a crucial role in every school building, every day. Read about our superhero …
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Down a quiet high school hallway is a partitioned, naturally-lit classroom painted with sky-blue walls called the Alternative Learning Area. “The ALA room is multi-functional,” explains Teaching Assistant Kate McKillip, who works with students in ALA. “A student may be here for a disciplinary reason for a full day (such as an in-school suspension), or …
“We have a nickname for her,” begins Jackson Heights Principal Carrie Mauro. “It’s ‘Dr. Dini’ because she will often determine the problem (diagnose it), and then come up with a remedy or solution!” Ms. Mauro is talking about Dini Guay, attendance clerk at Jackson Heights Elementary School. And her job involves much more than handing …
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Picture this … you’re leading an elementary classroom that’s buzzing with excitement over a new Google Expedition to the bottom of the ocean. 20 virtual reality goggles all set up? Check. 20 eager faces ready to scuba dive from their classroom seats? Check. 20 device connections looking strong? Check. And then … a technology glitch …
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Not all superheroes wear capes—but some of the best wear smiles. You’ll see that right away when stepping into the main office at Big Cross Street School. “When adults and children feel welcomed and cared for, it helps us to develop and maintain strong positive relationships,” secretary Patty Farrell says with a grin. “Patty is …
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Glens Falls High School Picture Retake day, for all 9th, 10th, and 11th graders, is Thursday, November 7th. Students who need a picture should report to the HS Wrestling Room during their PE class, study hall, or lunch. Order forms will be available in the Wrestling Room. This is the last opportunity for students to …
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