MES Welcomes Back Principal Irwin

The new year has seen the return of Middleburg Elementary School Principal Amy Irwin. Irwin took leave from September to December of 2023 to travel with her family after her husband received a Fulbright to teach at University College Dublin. During her three months away, Irwin homeschooled her daughter and spent time exploring. They traveled …

Tradition Continues: Tribute to Veterans

Continuing a tradition that brings students and community members together to pay tribute to those who have served our country, a Veterans Day celebration was held on Nov. 9 at Middleburgh Elementary School. Interim Principal Gloria Savino said, “Our ultimate goals are to honor our veterans with the dignity and respect they deserve and to …

MCS Launches School Attendance Notifications Through Parent Square

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are excited to introduce a new and efficient way of keeping you informed about your child’s attendance at school.  MCS has activated the School Attendance feature in ParentSquare. We believe this change will benefit you and your children. Daily Attendance Notifications Through ParentSquare, you will receive a prompt notification informing …

Meet Samantha Marsted, Elementary Special Education Teacher

Samantha Marsted is the newest special education teacher to join the Middleburgh Elementary School team. “All students deserve opportunities to learn, understand the world around us, and grow as individuals,” Samantha said. “Therefore, it is my job to make ensure that all students can succeed.” Samantha grew up in Cortland, New York and went on …

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Youth as Leaders Club Kicks Off a New Year 

The Youth as Leaders Club (YAL) at MCS has named a new group of students selected for the program. They are Brooke Devlin, Evelyn Kelley, J.J. Narz, Maria Patino and Delilah Shultes. YAL focuses on leadership activities, using the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens, written by Sean Covey, as inspiration. Each month, club members …

New Location, Same Values at MCS Student-Run Store

October marks the debut of a new location for The Armory, the MCS student-operated store. The venture is run by students in grades 9 to 12, including Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members and those enrolled in business classes. The store sells various items, including snacks, school supplies and MCS swag. Previously, the store …

Jr./Sr. High School Principal Discusses the Transformative Impact of AI

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into our daily lives is becoming more commonplace. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, AI technology is reshaping industries across the globe. The field of education is no exception, with many people considering the pros and cons of the technology. News Channel 13 recently reached out to MCS Jr./Sr. …

MCSD Households eligible for discount on broadband

Technology is essential for learning, both as an extension of the classroom and as a conduit to school when remote learning is necessary. Reliable home internet access is critical to our students’ ability to participate in our educational system.  For some households, the cost of securing internet access can be a barrier to learning. Assistance …

School Taxes Can Be Paid Online Without Penalty Through September 30

There are several ways to submit property tax payments. School taxes can be paid online without penalty Sept. 1-30. This link will become active on September 1.  **Note: there is a fee for this service payable to the credit card company. The school does not profit from those fees. Other options to pay your school …

BusRight App Will Deliver Real-Time Information

A message from Transportation Supervisor William Himme: Dear Parents and Guardians, I am writing to provide an exciting announcement about an initiative that Middleburgh School District has been pursuing for several months and is preparing to roll out on a trial basis.  BusRight – a transportation technology startup – has developed an app that will …

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