VanDerwerken sings his way to NYSSMA All-State Festival

Schoharie Central School is proud to announce that Ethan VanDerwerken was selected because of his vocal musical excellence to perform in the All-State Festival at the NYSSMA Annual Winter Conference. This festival is held from December 5-8 in Rochester, New York. Ethan, a Schoharie junior, was chosen because of his score and adjudication for his vocal solo …

YMCA offering Red Cross classes

The Duanesburg YMCA is offering classes in CPR and Lifeguard training this fall. Click on the image below or call 518-895-9500 for details.

You may be eligible for free meals!

New This Year in Food Service Beginning with the 2019-20 school year any student approved for reduced price meals may receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. New york State funding will cover the cost for each reimbursable breakfast and lunch,previously paid by the student. Fill out your application today!

Celebrating the Class of 2019

Schoharie Central School District marked its 184th annual commencement on Saturday, June 29, when 64 members of the Class of 2019 walked the stage and received their diplomas. Families, friends, SCS staff and faculty joined together in the high school gym for a graduation ceremony featuring the high school band, speeches by student leaders, Principal …

Hall of Fame teaches many lessons

SCS fifth graders enjoyed a great day of learning at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown on June 14. The students have been reading about Jackie Robinson and extended that learning at the museum. They broke up into groups and completed lessons on civil rights, women’s history, geography, communication arts and …

SCS student is “Most Philosophical Kindergartener in America”

Schoharie Elementary student Michaela Burton has earned the title of “Most Philosophical Kindergartener in America” from the Kids Philosophy Slam for her drawing depicting that love has a greater impact on the community than hate because “Friends that play together spread love.” Michaela will be honored at an assembly on Wednesday, June 19, at 8:30 …

Bands perform at TU Center

Schoharie’s Junior High and Elementary bands really hit the big time – and place – on June 8. As guest performers of the Albany Empire arena football team, they performed “America the Beautiful” and the “National Anthem” before a crowd at the Times Union Center in Albany. The students also had the opportunity to meet …

Dressing down for good causes

Schoharie Central School District held a Rolph Karker Dress Down Day fundraiser on June 4, netting more than $665 for two causes. Faculty, staff and administration all wore black t-shirts and jeans in honor of Rolph’s birthday. Proceeds from the event are being donated to the Rolphie Fund and the SCS Backpack Program.  The Rolphie …