As parents, educators, and coaches within GF Nation, our thoughts and hearts are with the Corinth community today. Much of our region’s attention is focused on the disappearance of a 9-year old from Moreau Lake State Park, and we want to provide families with some resources and suggestions for talking with your children at home. …
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On Thursday, September 21, 2023, students at Big Cross and Kensington elementary schools had a special visit with a sneak peak of some hot air balloons in the area for the Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival. Capt. Matt Hunter and wife Nichol brought one of their four balloons, Capt’s Dream, all the way from Florida. …
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ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a whole host of tools which allows district, school administrators, and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students. Sign in to ParentSquare HERE! Parents/Guardians who activate their account can interact by signing digital permission slips, managing their language preferences, contacting teachers, and much …
Dear Families and Staff: We are committed to the well-being of our students, staff, and families to create a safe and healthy learning environment. In support of this ongoing commitment, we’ve partnered with Care Solace, a mental health care coordination service, to help you and your family connect to quality care. If you are looking …
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All members of the Glens Falls City Schools community are invited to review and comment on the district’s draft Emergency Response Plan for 2023-24. Please download the PDF below, and send any comments to sheritage@gfsd.org or call the district office at 518-792-1212. District Safety Plan 7-1-2023
What a fun celebration of “Miss Debbie Hall Day” at Big Cross!! Students, family members, colleagues, and friends gathered today to celebrate Principal Debbie Hall and wish her well before she retires on June 30th. During a fabulous morning assembly, right after a heart-warming and funny look back at the many lives Miss Hall has …
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Glens Falls City School District recognizes national Teacher Appreciation Week by highlighting committed and enthusiastic teachers from every one of our schools each day of the week! Read on for an inside interview with Jolene Walajtys—one of the most dynamic teachers around our district. Jolene Walajtys went to Saratoga Springs High School, and later graduated …
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Glens Falls residents vote “Yes” on the 2023-24 school budget Glens Falls City School District residents approved the 2023-24 school budget today by an unofficial tally of 441 “yes” votes to 104 “no” votes – an 81 percent approval rate. The $57.1 million 2023-24 school budget will increase the tax levy by 2.57 percent. The spending plan …
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Between preparing delicious food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, our nutrition professionals have a lot on their plate. That’s why we’re celebrating all their hard work and commitment today, May 5th, for School Lunch Hero Day! A big THANK YOU to everyone on our Aramark …
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Big Cross Street Elementary School will be under the guidance of new leadership on the first day of school this fall. The Glens Falls City Schools Board of Education has appointed Paul Morcone, currently an elementary principal in Granville, to be the next principal of Big Cross. Mr. Morcone follows current Big Cross Principal Debbie …
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