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High School celebrates 100 students for kindness, love of learning, and more!

An even 100 Glens Falls High School students were recognized for the fall semester with a VIP award in one of the following areas: Positivity (optimism, the student views challenges as opportunities for growth) Kindness (the student is friendly and generous, the student builds others up) Perseverance (persistence, the student doesn’t give up easily or …

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Students Participate in Worldwide Learning Event “Hour of Code”

This week our computer labs and classrooms will be buzzing with excitement as students in all grade levels will have the opportunity to participate in “Hour of Code.”  This is a worldwide computer science movement that coincides with National Computer Science Education Week (December 4 – 8, 2023).  Hour of Code is an introduction to …

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Community Call to Action: Increasing Student Attendance, Together!

Glens Falls City School District, in partnership with the American Association of University Women, is facilitating a community workshop to break down barriers to K-12 student attendance and success. Date: Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 Time: 3-5 p.m. Location: Crandall Public Library, Christine McDonald Community Room 251 Glen Street, Glens Falls, New York 12801 Background: Chronic …

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Celebrating Education Support Professionals: Theresa Chandler

We’re ending Education Support Professionals Week in #GFNation on a high note with today’s honoree, Mrs. Theresa Chandler, Secretary in the School Counseling Office at the High School! Mrs. Chandler is the first point of contact for students, teachers, and parents regarding everything from report cards, records and transcripts, to honor roll certificates, working cards, …

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Celebrating Education Support Professionals: Kathy Holser

Education Support Professionals Week in GF Nation rolls on with today’s honoree, Mrs. Kathy Holser, Secretary in the School Counseling Office at the Middle School! Mrs. Holser works with the school counselors, social workers, and school psychologists in guiding students to success through positive communication and interaction. She’s been part of Glens Falls Nation for …

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Celebrating Education Support Professionals: Tina Harrington

It’s National Education Support Professionals Day, and we’re celebrating all week here in GF Nation! Today, let’s meet Mrs. Tina Harrington, Teacher Aide in Mrs. Jamie Denno’s class at Jackson Heights! Mrs. Harrington supports many students in the health and safety realm, during class lessons, and in social interactions with their peers. This is her …

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Celebrating Education Support Professionals: Amber Bailey

We continue celebrating our Education Support Professionals with today’s honoree, Miss Amber Bailey, Teaching Assistant in Mrs. Melissa Moynihan’s class at Big Cross Street School. Miss Bailey supports students with reading, math, and social-emotional learning in individual and full-group settings. This her second school year at Big Cross. “Whether it be sharing ideas, implementing new …

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Celebrating Education Support Professionals: Bill Richmond

Education Support Professionals Week rolls on as we honor Mr. Bill Richmond, Teaching Assistant in Mrs. Jennifer Groat’s elementary class at Kensington Road School! This is Mr. Richmond’s second school year at Kensington.  Bill helps our students learn how to reach their full potential daily. However, rarely are two days ever the same, and Bill …

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Celebrating Education Support Professionals: Kristen Seybolt

This week, GF Nation is celebrating the many school staff members who make learning possible — our Education Support Professionals! We’re kicking it off by featuring Kristen Seybolt, Secretary to the Director of Pupil Personnel Services. Kristen has been a valuable member of our Special Education Department since April 2023. Though she’s new to the …

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GFHS celebrates 27 AP Scholar Award-winners

Twenty‐seven Glens Falls High School students have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement of AP Exams.  The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performances on Advanced Placement Exams.  Four students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.5 on …

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