Capital Project Breaking News
The East Greenbush CSD has proposed a Capital Project that would improve facilities and grounds at all seven schools. The estimated cost for the proposed project is $116 million, but due to state building aid and expiring debt, it is estimated there would be no additional impact to local taxpayers.
Recent News
2025-26 District Safety Plan Open for Public Comment
The East Greenbush Central School District Safety Plan for 2025-26 is now open for public comment. In accordance with state regulations, school districts are required to develop District-wide Safety Plans each school year. The comprehensive plan outlines policies and procedures for emergencies, responses to threats of violence, and the number and types of safety drills to be completed.
Columbia Announces 4th Quarter Honor Roll
Congratulations to all of the students on Columbia High School’s 4th Quarter Honor Roll!
Jeff Simons Appointed Interim Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Former Superintendent Jeff Simons was appointed as the Interim Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction at a public Board of Education meeting on Wednesday evening. Mr. Simons will work part-time this summer to ensure continuity in curriculum oversight while the district conducts its search for a permanent assistant superintendent.
Board of Education Elects Officers for 2025-26
The East Greenbush CSD Board of Education elected officers for the 2025-26 school year at its organizational meeting on Wednesday evening. Kim Turner was elected president, Catherine Van Orden as vice president, Michael Buono as assistant clerk and Samantha Phillips as deputy treasurer.
Capital Project Update: Columbia Roof Ahead of Schedule, Construction of Goff Athletic Fields Begins in September 2025
The East Greenbush CSD’s “Building a Bright Future” Capital Project is off to a flying start, with significant progress already being made and key components moving ahead of schedule. Phase 1A, which includes replacement of the Columbia High School roof and the outdoor tennis courts and basketball courts, began in April. The roofing work is ahead of schedule and should be completed this fall rather than next year as originally planned. The tennis courts and basketball courts are on track for an August opening, just in time for the start of the 2025-26 school year.
Committee Presents Proposed Personal Electronic Policy to Comply with Statewide Ban of Cell Phones in Schools
Two Columbia High School students presented a proposed personal electronic device policy on behalf of the Cell Phone Committee to the Board of Education at its public meeting on June 25. The presentation focused on meeting New York State’s new law that bans all student personal electronic devices in schools starting in September.
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Summer School (Extended School Year Program and APEX) begins on Monday, July 7. The ESY Program will be held at Howard L. Goff Middle School. APEX will be held at Columbia High School. |
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The next Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9 at 6:00 p.m. in the Central Administration Conference Room, 29 Englewood Ave., East Greenbush, NY 12061. There will be an organizational meeting followed by the regular board meeting.Items on the agendas include:Oath of Office Administered to Superintendent and Newly Elected Board MembersEx Officio Student Member […] |
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