Making sure your children are in the best hands when they come to school is a top priority for the entire district. And at Kensington Road Elementary School, it’s caring faculty and staff like Kindergarten and First Grade Teaching Assistant Diane Rougeau who make that goal a reality. “I love this job because I get …
This evening, the New York State Education Department has ordered all school districts in the state to remove the “Indian” mascot and associated icons (the arrowhead included) from the public school system. Specifically, the order states, “the court’s decision establishes that public school districts are prohibited from utilizing Native American mascots. Arguments that community members …
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“I can’t tell you how many times I’ve turned to Steve in a near panic and said ‘oh yeah, we gotta do this!’ and his response has been ‘done, did it over weekend,’ or ‘took care of it Friday.’” Just sayin’ … if you know Data and Network Analyst Steve Spory, you’re probably nodding in …
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Classrooms can be a lot to manage, especially with younger students. But when the classroom is also home to a kindergarten aide like Stephani Harrison, everything seems to feel lighter. “The most rewarding aspect of my job as an aide is all of the hugs, ‘I love yous’, and ‘thank yous’,” says Miss Harrison. “A …
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The main office is usually your first stop when entering Glens Falls Middle School, and with the friendly staff that makes up the foundation of the office … it’s often hard to leave. A core member of that staff is Vallie Konnight, the middle school’s secretary. “The most unique thing about my job is learning …
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Keeping schools clean can feel like a daunting task. For our amazing custodial staff at Jackson Heights Elementary School, having someone like Dan Bromley leading the crew makes the task feel easier each day. “Dan is like an ever-ready bunny, buzzing around opening doors, adjusting shades, lights, garbage cans, etc…he is incredibly helpful throughout the …
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In honor of Veterans Day, students at Jackson Heights welcomed several Veterans into school yesterday to “Read With a Vet!” Each service member spent time in classrooms, reading a book and answering students’ questions about their military service … such as: what are the kitchens like in aircraft carriers? “The kitchens are huge,” said Navy …
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Nineteen of Glens Falls’ student-musicians had the honor of performing in the 2022 All-County Chorus Festival this weekend. The Festival highlights the achievements of vocalists from Saratoga and Warren counties in grades 5-12. Singing in the Grade 5/6 Chorus were Liam Quartiers, Jack Reed, and Jack Rougeau. Singing in the Grade 7-9 Mixed Chorus were …
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GF Nation is excited to announce that we are now offering the convenience of online athletics registration using FamilyID from Arbiter Sports. Online Registration for the upcoming Winter Sports Season is now open for JV & Varsity sports (Modified Sports Registration will open on 10/28). FamilyID is a secure registration platform that provides you with an …
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The Glens Falls chapter of National Honor Society is organizing a fundraiser to build community in Glens Falls and raise money for the C.R. Wood Cancer Center called Bikeathon. The event will be held on Sunday, October 2nd from 12-3 p.m. Kids will raise money by pledging to bike a certain amount of minutes and …
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