Read About This Significant Change Regarding COVID-19 Testing

In 2022, at-home antigen COVID-19 test results are accepted for symptomatic individuals Per New York State Department Of Health (NYSDOH): Thus far during the 2021-2022 school year, NAAT tests were required to permit individuals to return to school after being excluded due to developing COVID-like symptoms. Understanding that the turnaround time for some laboratory-based NAATs …

Toys and Generosity Will Bring Holiday Cheer

Voorheesville’s 9th grade class organized a toy drive to support the Hilltown Holiday event sponsored by the Albany County Sheriff’s Office. Thanks to the generosity of numerous donors from the middle and high schools, local children and teens will have a brighter holiday this year. 

December 2021 Principal’s Reception

Thank you to the middle school students who have exhibited outstanding citizenship, behavior, and work ethic. For this you have earned the Principal’s Reception. This honor is granted to five students per grade three times a year. Students received a letter, certificate, medal, pencil, and slip for a free hot chocolate. Congratulations and keep up …

New Spectator Guidelines for Winter Athletic Events 2021-2022

With the winter athletics season upon us, the Colonial Council Conference is continuing to take precautions to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. If you plan on attending a game in person, please view the spectator guidelines of the school hosting the game. We have provided the information below.  The Albany Academies We are excited to …

Voorheesville to participate in Albany County DOH quarantine pilot

Dear Voorheesville Parents and Caregivers: Since the start of the school year, our goal has been to have our students in school, for in-person instruction, while also maintaining their health and safety. Helping to aid in that effort, the Albany County Department of Health (ACDOH) announced today that it is piloting a new quarantine policy …

Blood Drive Goal Reached

Today, the high school held their first Red Cross Blood Drive this school year. On behalf of the student government, thank you to everyone who donated blood and assisted at the drive. A total of 22 units were collected, which was the goal. Seventeen members of our student body were first-time donors. Great job everyone!

MS Quarter 1 Honor Roll

Congratulations First Quarter Honor Roll Students! (November 18, 2021) Congratulations to Voorheesville Middle School students who made honor roll for the first quarter of the 2020-21 school year. Students earned spots on the high honor roll list by maintaining an 89.5 average or better in their course work during the first quarter marking period. Students who earned …

Graduation Measures Initiative

Join education leaders in a review of graduation to ensure educational excellence and equity  The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is seeking your input as they review the state’s high school graduation requirements. You are invited and encouraged to attend a virtual forum to provide feedback on Tuesday, December 7, from 2:00-4:30 PM.  The …

BOE Uses Community Data to Advance New Goals

The Board of Education and district have been embarking on a new strategic plan to empower all students to have access to the most meaningful learning opportunities. Partnering with the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) and the Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA), Voorheesville Central Schools is progressing to enact new programs and …

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