Two DCS Odyssey of the Mind teams advance to NY state tournament

Congratulations to DCS’ four Odyssey of the Mind teams on their performances at their recent regional competition, held at the Shenendehowa School District. Two of our teams placed second, which qualifies them to compete in the NY state competition, which will be held on April 15 at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse. The …

Capital Kids Care after-school program providing critical resources for DCS families

Just prior to the start of the 2022-23 school year, Duanesburg Central School District partnered with Capital Kids Care to provide after-school care for students in PK – grade 6. The program is housed at the Duanesburg Elementary School, starts immediately after school lets out, and runs until 6:00 p.m. Students enrolled in the program …

DCS welcomes Rebecca Cornell as the district’s new health teacher at the Jr.-Sr. High School

Earlier this month, DCS welcomed Rebecca Cornell as the district’s new health teacher at the Jr.-Sr. High School. Mrs. Cornell received her undergraduate degree in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland and completed her Masters program in Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) online from Emporia State University. She graduated from Broadalbin-Perth High School, and lives …

Laurel Hallberg (school psychologist) and Ian McDougall (DCS senior) honored by BOE

In December, 2022, DCS’ Board of Education passed a resolution to create a quarterly Board of Education Recognition Award to honor one staff or community member, and one student, each quarter. Staff or community members chosen for this award should provide “exemplary assistance” in helping the BOE achieve its mission to support every student as …

DES celebrates “Wellness Week”

All this week, students at Duanesburg Elementary School will be participating in grade-level activities in the gym with Coach Patrie, Mrs. Chovan and Mrs. Waltz in celebration of Wellness Week. Monday was a pop-up running club and today’s event was “Hoops for Heart.” On Wednesday, UPK – 2nd grade will taste test healthy snacks from …

DCS Hosts Virtual School Safety Forum

Video Available for On-Demand Viewing on District’s YouTube Channel DCS Superintendent of Schools Dr. James Niedermeier hosted a community-wide School Safety Forum Tuesday evening, detailing the district’s safety policies and procedures and sharing details about various safety upgrades that have been made in recent months. The forum was originally intended to be an in-person event, …

(UPDATE 2:48 p.m. – VIRTUAL) DCS Holds School Safety Forum – Tuesday, Jan. 17 6:30 p.m.

UPDATE (1/17, 2:48 p.m.):  Due to icy road conditions, after-school activities are cancelled today. The safety forum which was to be held at 6:30 in the auditorium this evening will be shifting to a virtual event. You can join that event at the link below. Thank you for your flexibility and drive carefully if you …

DCS Promotes STEM at Elementary Level

Hands-On Learning and Extracurricular Opportunities Help to Spark a Love of Learning Science Duanesburg Elementary School is changing the way its students learn about science by placing more of an emphasis on STEM-related curriculum, implementing a more hands-on approach, and offering opportunities to explore STEM outside of the classroom — all while making the learning …

DCS Community Approves Centennial Capital Project

UPDATE – Thursday, December 8 (9:30 p.m.): Residents of the Duanesburg Central School District approved the district’s proposed $28 million Centennial Capital Project Thursday by a vote of 184-115.  Stay tuned for details on the design phase of the project, which will provide another opportunity for community input. Residents of the Duanesburg Central School District …

DES Glows with Thankfulness Throughout November!

Congratulations to our elementary students who were recognized at a recent PBIS assembly! Staff and students at Duanesburg Elementary School have been focusing on the trait of THANKFULNESS throughout the month of November. Each homeroom teacher, PK through grade 5, as well as our art, music and P.E. teachers at DES, nominated one student from …

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