The district is required by to adopt policies related to many aspects of school operations and state and federal law. It is also required to provide notifications related to a variety of topics and policies. Please use this page as a resource for the areas listed below.
Back-to-School Materials
Board of Education Policies
The Board of Education is the policy making body for the school district. Board of Education policies are statements that that provide guidance and direction to school employees regarding many matters ranging from student issues to finance. Board of Education Policy Manual
Student Conduct, Expectations, Bullying and Harassment
- Niskayuna K-12 Code of Conduct
- Dignity for All Students Act
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Responding to Incidents Form
- Prohibition of Bullying, Discrimination, Harassment, Hazing and Retaliation
- Prohibition of Sexual Harassment
- Discrimination and Harassment Reporting Form
- Recognizing and Dealing With Harassment: A Guide for Students
- Attendance Policy Summary
Health, Safety, and Facilities
- Niskayuna District-Wide Safety Plan 2024-25
- Emergency Preparedness Plan
- Child Abuse Hotline Information
- Body Mass Index
- Facilities Use Handbook
- Asbestos Management Plan
- Use of Pesticides and Request for Notification
- Information Regarding Sex Offenders
- Instructional Technology Plan
- Insurance
- Idling of Vehicle Engines on School Grounds
- Water Quality Testing for Lead
Privacy, Student and Family Rights, Academic Information
- Student Records
- Release of Student Directory Information
- Military Recruiter Access to Student Information
- Parents’ Bill of Rights for Data Privacy and Security
- Protection of Pupil Rights
- Staff Qualifications
- Annual Professional Performance Review Parent/Guardian Requests
- Student Evaluation, Promotion and Placement
- Services for Homeless Students
- New York State Education Department Complaint Procedures
Statement of Non-Discrimination
The Board of Education is committed to providing an educational and working environment that promotes respect, dignity and equality. Board policy prohibits all acts of discrimination, harassment and bullying (including cyberbullying), as well as retaliation, by anyone on school property or at school functions. Acts of discrimination, harassment, hazing bullying or retaliatory behavior should be reported to any staff member, administrator, or the Title VII/Title IX Officer (Chief Equity Officer Latisha Barnett) at (518) 377-4666, ext. 50741, or lbarnett@niskyschools.org. Inquiries concerning policies regarding harassment and discrimination should also be directed toward the Title VII/Title IX Officer. Copies of the Board of Education policies are available in the District Office at 1239 Van Antwerp Road, in all school main offices, and online in the Board of Education Policy Manual.