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“Every person can make a difference, and every person should try.” — John F. Kennedy. F-F junior Alex Pearce personifies that quote through his role in assisting with search-and-rescue operations throughout the year as as an active member of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), which is a congressionally chartered, federally funded, 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation and … Continue reading “Bringing courage and life-saving skills to the community”
Last week, middle school teachers Mr. Carson and Mrs. Linart introduced the first-ever Career Day to help students learn more about employment opportunities and career pathways. Volunteer speakers from the school community included first responders, a forensic investigator, an archaeologist, a Liberty ARC administrator, and a powerlifting/weight-training professional competitor. The event, a result of Mrs. … Continue reading “Inaugural “Career Day” a big hit for middle schoolers”
The following is a detailed schedule for review prep for Regents examinations for June. Any questions or concerns can be shared with the high school main office. Subject: Algebra Teacher: Mrs. Brush Exam Date: June 17, 2026 Review Sessions: April 30 – June 11; Mon. and Thurs. from 2:30-3:15PM Subject: Algebra 2 Teacher: Mr. Melious … Continue reading “June 2026: NYS Regents Review Schedule”
On Thursday, April 23, the Fonda Fultonville Board of Education approved the proposed $37,430,408 school budget for the 2026-27 school year. The proposed budget includes a 1.70% tax levy increase, which stays below the district’s assigned tax levy “cap” of 2.08%. Budget approval requires a simple majority of votes (50% plus one). Under the proposal, … Continue reading “Board of Education adopts budget proposal for 2026-27 school year”
The New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA) announced that Fonda-Fultonville is a recipient of the Community of Excellence in Visual Arts distinction. The award represents the district’s commitment to providing quality art education to students in grades pre-K through 12. The district received the designation based on multiple factors, including: administrative support, curriculum-based programs … Continue reading “District receives NYSATA’s Community of Excellence in Visual Arts distinction”
Jr. FFA Chapter member, Anna Potter, earned an outstanding first-place finish at the Central Region Substates Leadership Development Event (LDE) in the Jr. Prepared Public Speaking competition, held on Saturday, March 21st at Cato-Meridian CSD. This event represents the second of three levels of competition, making this achievement especially significant. Competing against hundreds of students from … Continue reading “Jr. FFA Member Advances to State-Level Competition”
In the past three years, the district has implemented positive “restorative” measures to engage students to become better citizens, gain perspectives on how to engage one another in a positive manner, and respect classmates when difficulties arise. It is a direct process to allow students to work through interpersonal issues and create opportunities for understanding … Continue reading “Restorative approach making an impact with students”
As any parent or caregiver can understand, having a child who is not feeling well and working to determine what’s happening can be a stressful time. At FFCSD, we are implementing a tele-health program in coordination with Albany Med Health System. The purpose of the new program will allow district nurses to connect with medical … Continue reading “Tele-health aims to reshape student care at FFCS”
AI, or better known as artificial intelligence, is changing the way we think, strategize, communicate, and much more. Just as Google emerged in 1998 and introduced new ways to search and obtain information, AI is transforming how learning is conducted in schools for today’s students. At Fonda-Fultonville, the district is empowering staff and students to … Continue reading “AI making inroads at FFCSD”
On Monday, March 2, Senator Patricia A. Fahy attended our recent Board of Education meeting to provide an update on increased funding for our P-12 schools this year, including marked increases for F-F’s funding lines. “I’ve always been committed to fully funding our public schools, and that work hasn’t stopped years later,” shared Senator Fahy. “Thank … Continue reading “NYS Senator Fahy visits FFCSD”
