Good afternoon and happy Friday,I hope my update finds you well and everyone is ready for a fun and relaxing weekend. There is only one week of school before we begin the holiday break, and I know that we all could use that time off. The holiday is a time when many of us are looking forward to the break which oftentimes includes holiday traditions and festivities. While I hope everyone is looking forward to holiday fun, joy and hopefully some relaxation, as I’ve said in a previous update, we know there are many who may struggle. The holiday season can be stressful, sometimes challenging and even a sad time for some. Please keep an eye out for those around you who may be having a difficult time. If you’re not sure what to do. It often is helpful if you acknowledge their feelings, let them know they are not alone, and offer to listen. Always remember that resources and support are available to all in our school community. It’s important that we all take time to pause and care for ourselves, our families and those around us.Budget Season Kickoff/Board of Education MeetingWith the holiday season comes the school budget season. Mr. Gillooley will kick off school budget discussions at the next Board of Education Meeting which will be held Wednesday, December 18, 6:30 p.m. at 530 Liberty St. There are many budget discussions planned between now and the Spring. CongratulationsCongratulations to our Student Board Representative Joyce Akhelume who was recognized by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region at their Diamond Anniversary Event this week. Joyce and her Big, Kim, were honored with the 2024 Match of the Year Award (also known as Big and Little of the Year). This is a remarkable achievement, the duo were selected from almost 200 matches in our area. Please join me in congratulating Joyce.

Good afternoon and happy Friday, I hope my update finds you well and everyone is ready for a fun and relaxing weekend. There is only one week of school before we begin the holiday break, and I know that we all could use that time off. The holiday is a time when many of us […]

Good afternoon and happy Friday,

I hope my update finds you well and everyone is ready for a fun and relaxing weekend. There is only one week of school before we begin the holiday break, and I know that we all could use that time off. The holiday is a time when many of us are looking forward to the break which oftentimes includes holiday traditions and festivities. While I hope everyone is looking forward to holiday fun, joy and hopefully some relaxation, as I’ve said in a previous update, we know there are many who may struggle. The holiday season can be stressful, sometimes challenging and even a sad time for some.

Please keep an eye out for those around you who may be having a difficult time. If you’re not sure what to do. It often is helpful if you acknowledge their feelings, let them know they are not alone, and offer to listen. Always remember that resources and support are available to all in our school community.

It’s important that we all take time to pause and care for ourselves, our families and those around us.

Budget Season Kickoff/Board of Education Meeting

With the holiday season comes the school budget season. Mr. Gillooley will kick off school budget discussions at the next Board of Education Meeting which will be held Wednesday, December 18, 6:30 p.m. at 530 Liberty St. There are many budget discussions planned between now and the Spring.

Congratulations

Congratulations to our Student Board Representative Joyce Akhelume who was recognized by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region at their Diamond Anniversary Event this week. Joyce and her Big, Kim, were honored with the 2024 Match of the Year Award (also known as Big and Little of the Year). This is a remarkable achievement, the duo were selected from almost 200 matches in our area. Please join me in congratulating Joyce.