The Board of Education unanimously approved the Students and Personal Electronic Devices Policy at its public meeting last week that bans smart phones and smart watches in all schools starting in September. The policy complies with the state’s new law that bans student internet-enabled devices in all K-12 schools.

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.

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.

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.

The East Greenbush CSD provides notice of a phishing attempt sent to parents/guardians.