The Niskayuna Central School District is thankful for its leadership team. The district has welcomed many new and talented leaders to the Niskayuna team this school year. Please meet the newest additions.
Michael Palanza, Director of World Languages and Social Studies
Palanza joined Niskayuna in January from the South Glen Falls Central School District where he served as the middle school assistant principal for the past three years. He also spent more than 11 years as a social studies teacher as both the middle school and high school levels.
Michael Brannigan, Director of Counseling and ENL
As a former school counselor, assistant principal, principal and director of social emotional learning and school development, Brannigan brings significant experience to this director-level position. Brannigan joins us from the Queensbury Union Free School District.
Ashley Rickert, Director of Math, Computer Science and Business
Rickert has taught mathematics for 20 years, including 17 in Niskayuna, and has served as the 6-12 Math Coordinator since fall of 2024. She brings a wealth of experience in both mathematics and instruction, and is excited to continue work with our learning community across the district.
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