New York State has announced the 2026 Merit Scholarship for Academic Excellence. The awards will be $1,500 and $500 and are renewable for up to 5 years of undergraduate study. They can be used only at colleges and universities located in New York state. Each high school in the state will have at least one …
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The Niskayuna community is invited to celebrate the rededication of Iroquois Middle School and tour the recently completed renovated building on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 4-6 p.m. This special event will feature a formal rededication ceremony, self-guided tours of the new spaces and light refreshments. Students will also be available to answer questions. Staff, students …
First New York Federal Credit Union is offering four $2,500 scholarships. In order to qualify, applicants must: Be a member in good standing of the credit union. Plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college. Be an active volunteer and/or active in their community. Complete and sign the application form. Submit high school transcript. …
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As a community, our district strives to create a positive school climate and educational experience where everyone feels safe and welcomed. To ensure we are making progress towards our goals and to better align our resources with the needs identified by our school community, the Niskayuna Central School District is conducting a school climate survey …
Our district will conduct an emergency early release drill on Friday, Oct. 10. All schools in the district will release students approximately 15 minutes early for the annually state required drill to practice emergency dismissal procedures. Students will be dismissed at the following times on Friday, Oct. 10: Elementary schools: 1:55 p.m. Iroquois Middle School: …
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The Niskayuna CSD Student Support Services office has a new location. On Friday, Oct. 3, the office moved from its former location at 1301 Hillside Ave., to a new space at Iroquois Middle School, 2495 Rosendale Road. The offices moved as part of the district’s capital project work. The move includes the three directors of …
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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is offering a scholarship opportunity for seniors. This is a national competition that will produce 150 scholarships worth $20,000 each. Applicants must demonstrate the following attributes: Leadership in school Commitment to community Academic achievement 3.0 GPA or higher Must be a U.S. Citizen Applications can only be completed online. You can …
Niskayuna High School is offering more than 30 college/university in the high school (CHS/UHS) courses during the 2025-26 school year, including 11 that are being offered for the first time! Students enrolled in these courses can earn college credit upon successful completion. Each CHS/UHS course carries three, four or six college credits, depending on the …
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The Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay Competition is offering a grand prize of $35,000! The state level winner will receive between $500 and $2,500. The competition is sponsored by VFW Post #357 and is open to students in 9-12 grade. Those interested in entering must submit an original audio essay on this year’s theme: “How …
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In partnership with the Niskayuna Police Department, the Niskayuna Central School District is looking forward to welcoming Sergeant Brandon Maura as the new school resource officer (SRO). Sergeant Maura, a Niskyauna High School alumnus and a 13 year veteran of the Niskayuna Police Department, will be starting his new position during the first week of …
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