Category: Farnsworth MS news

We are aware that today, June 15, many state-mandated Covid restrictions were lifted; however the state’s health guidelines for several settings, including Pre-K to 12 schools remain unchanged at this time.  The Guilderland Central School District will continue Covid protocols and mask wearing in accordance with our approved school district Reopening Plan, including at all …

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On the evening of May 25, 27 Guilderland Central School District educators were officially awarded tenure by the Board of Education. Each of these staff members has demonstrated that they have met high standards for sustained contributions and outstanding performance. Please join us in congratulating the following GCSD employees on receiving a tenure appointment in …

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COVID-19 cases for the week of June 7 This week there were three new positive cases of COVID-19. One case was at Guilderland Elementary School that did not require contact tracing. There was one case at Farnsworth Middle School and one case at Altamont Elementary School, both of which required contact tracing. The principals of …

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Late yesterday, the NYSDOH issued updated guidance that states face masks are no longer required to be worn when students are outside, including when participating in outdoor sports. Face masks must continue to be worn inside school buildings and on buses. This change in mask requirements takes effect immediately. Questions or concerns can be directed …

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Dear GCSD Families, As has been reported on Friday afternoon, New York State Health Commissioner Howard Zucker issued a letter to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) seeking clarification and guidance regarding mask requirements in schools, with the anticipation of easing mask restrictions as early as Monday, June 7. Earlier today, the State Education Department …

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COVID-19 cases for the week of May 24 This week there are two new positive cases of COVID-19. Both cases were at Guilderland High School and required contact tracing. The building principal worked under the guidance of the Albany County Department of Health to determine who needed to quarantine and have contacted those individuals. Updated …

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