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

Podcast Episode 11: Character Education

Podcast Episode 11: Character Education

The East Greenbush CSD released Episode 11 of its podcast Let’s Learn Together today. In this episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses character education with DPS Principal Jack Alvey and 5th Grade Teacher Sue D’Amico. Also, we remind voters of the School Budget Vote and Board Election, elementary students tell us about their favorite activities at recess, the staff profile features Art Teacher Karli Powers, we feature the Columbia Girls’ Flag Football Team in the Student Activity Spotlight, and Mr. Simons promotes upcoming school events.

Hooked On Fishing at Goff Middle School

Hooked On Fishing at Goff Middle School

For the second year in a row, Howard L. Goff Middle School is offering students the opportunity to learn about fishing through hands-on activities. More than 40 students attended an afterschool workshop on Thursday in the school gym led by Social Studies Teacher Shawn Yearsley and volunteers from the Home Waters Chapter of Trout Unlimited, the Rensselaer County Conservation Alliance, and Regeneron.

Photos: 2024 Art Show

Photos: 2024 Art Show

Columbia High School was transformed into a stunning art gallery on Thursday evening as it hosted the 2024 District-wide Art Show. Hallways were lined and display cases were filled with beautiful artwork created by students in grades K-12.

Columbia Regents Exam Schedule – June 2024

Columbia Regents Exam Schedule – June 2024

Columbia High School will administer Regents Exams on June 4, June 14-18 and June 20-25. There will be no school those days except for students taking exams. (All other schools in the district will be in session.)

What They Are Saying About the Capital Project

What They Are Saying About the Capital Project

Teachers, staff, parents and community members have been learning about the proposed capital project through public meetings, videos and other information. Here is what they are saying about the project.

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