Voters Approve 2026-27 School Budget; Bonnie Snyder Elected to BOE

On Tuesday, May 19, Middleburgh Central School District residents approved a $25,616,095 budget for the 2026-27 school year by a margin of 66% in favor to 34% opposed. The tally includes absentee ballots. The budget increases spending by 2.06%, or $516,095 from the current year, and includes a tax levy increase of $158,486 or 1.50%. …

Dr. Nicholas P. Comproski selected as new elementary school principal

The Middleburgh Central School District has appointed Dr. Nicholas P. Comproski as the new elementary school principal, effective July 1, at the start of the 2026-27 school year. Superintendent Mark Place said the district is excited to welcome Dr. Comproski and is confident he will be a strong addition to the MCS community. “He stands …

Important Construction Update about School-Based Health Center at the Elementary School

Since 2007, Middleburgh Central School District has partnered with Bassett Healthcare Network to offer School-Based Health Centers at the elementary and Jr./Sr. High Schools. We’re excited to announce construction will soon begin on a newly designed space at the elementary school. The expanded space will improve how well-care and dental services are provided to students.. …

2026-27 UPK and Kindergarten Registration is Open

  Student registration for the 2026-27 school year is open for kindergarten and pre-kindergarten (UPK3 and UPK4). Pre-Kindergarten Eligibility for UPK3 and UPK4 requires children to be 3 or 4 years old on or before Dec. 1, and have residency within the Middleburgh Central School District. There are no income eligibility requirements. If there are …

Young Learners Grow Crystals in the Classroom

Students in grades 1 through 3 recently learned how to make crystals using Borax and pipe cleaners. The students were excited about the opportunity to grow something so beautiful.  Teacher Francis Dobesh said the activity not only teaches children math and science terms, it’s also helping them build essential skills.  “First they watched a video …

Middleburgh Students Pursue Diesel Technology Careers

Middleburgh students Ryan M. and Nick S. are among about 40 regional students enrolled in the Diesel Technology program at the Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical Education Center – Albany Campus. Both are learning the skills for careers as automotive, bus and truck technicians, heavy equipment repair technicians, and service managers. “It’s a pretty …

Get Ready to Hit the Slopes: Join Ski Club by Dec. 12

The MCS Ski Club is excited to announce plans for the upcoming season. Students in grades 4-12 may participate on Thursday evenings at Catamount Mountain Resort. The four-week program, offered at a discounted rate, includes transportation. This program will be capped at the first 36 members, so families are encouraged to sign up as quickly …

Seasons of Community: MCS Alumna Creates Elementary School Mural

On Oct. 20,  MCS gathered the community together at the elementary school for the unveiling of a new mural created by local artist and alumna Casey Beal. In early September, Beal shared some preliminary design ideas with community members and asked about what they enjoy most about the area. Once the design was finalized, she …

Math Practice Becomes a Game

Students in Andrew Drescher’s fourth grade math class have an exciting way to boost their skills. Drescher introduced them to Gimkit, and the students can’t get enough of what often feels more like play than schoolwork. “I’d play it every day,” said student Robert T. “Gimkit is an engaging academic platform that helps students strengthen …

Meet New Fourth-Grade Teacher Tracy Manning

Tracy Manning is no stranger to inspiring young minds. With nearly 30 years of teaching experience, she now  joins Middleburgh Central School District as part of the fourth-grade team. Originally from Delmar, Tracy earned her bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from the University at Buffalo and later completed her master’s in education with a science …

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