GCSD Board of Education to consider a cellphone-free policy On Monday, Dec. 9, 7-8:30 p.m., the Guilderland Central School District will host a panel discussion on distraction-free school environments. This is an information gathering session for the school community and will help inform a cellphone-free policy the Board of Education is considering. The panel discussion …
A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, I hope each and every Guilderland Central School District family had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and extended weekend. Now that classes have resumed, there are just three weeks of school remaining in 2024. This is a very busy time, as we are working on several important initiatives, …
It is with great sorrow that we inform our school community of a tremendous loss. This past weekend, Christine Cochrane, a Guilderland High School teacher, passed away. Ms. Cochrane joined the district in Sept. 2023 as a GHS mathematics teacher and girls varsity soccer coach. Prior to joining the Guilderland Central School District, Ms. Cochrane …
Continue reading “GCSD mourns the loss of GHS teacher and coach Christine Cochrane”
The Guilderland High School Wind Ensemble has been chosen to perform at the 88th Annual Winter Conference of the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) in Rochester, NY. The wind ensemble will be featured in the Friday morning concert hour on Dec. 6 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. The GHS group is the …
Continue reading “GHS Wind Ensemble to perform at NYSSMA state conference”
A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, Last spring the Guilderland Central School District conducted a culture and climate survey. We appreciate all who participated, as the data gathered provides insights that will help foster positive, more inclusive and supportive learning environments for all. As is the case in many schools, the survey data …
Congratulations to Emily Zhan (Varsity Swimming & Diving), Mason Holland (JV Golf) and Ava Phelan (JV Volleyball) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the eek) honors for the week of October 21st. Emily Zhan (Varsity Swimming & Diving) Emily Zhan has consistently performed for the Guilderville Swimming and Diving Team this season. She currently has qualified in 5 events for sectionals. She set a goal …
A message from Dr. Wiles: Dear GCSD Families, Last week I informed the Guilderland school community and board of education that I intend to retire at the end of the school year. It has been my honor and privilege to serve the Guilderland Central School District for more than 14 years, however it is time …
On Wednesday, Oct. 23, Guilderland Central School District Superintendent of Schools Dr. Marie Wiles announced she will retire at the end of the 2024-25 school year, effective June 30, 2025. The Board of Education will formally accept the Superintendent’s retirement resignation at its Nov. 19 meeting. Dr. Wiles made the announcement to district staff through …
Continue reading “Superintendent Wiles Announces Retirement at the End of the School Year”
Congratulations to Abbigail Jantzen (Varsity Cheer) and Austin Gizzi (Modified Football) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of October 14th. Abbigail Jantzen (Varsity Cheer) Each and every day, Abbey is consistently working hard and putting in her best effort. This past week, Abbey had to move spots in the routine and learn new parts with one day of practice, only to …
Congratulations to Carrie Lama (Varsity Golf), Emily Bigness (JV Field Hockey) and Ibraham Diallo (Modified Football) for earning DOW (Dutchmen of the Week) honors for the week of October 7th. Carrie Lama (Varsity Golf) Carrie joined the varsity golf team last season and quickly became one of our top four golfers. She finished in 3rd place at our Suburban Council Tournament at Fairways of Halfmoon. …
