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The East Greenbush Central School District has developed a proposed budget for the 2025-26 school year totaling $115,153,000. The budget would maintain all current regular school year programs including: Pre-K and Early Childhood Support Mental Health Services College Credit and AP courses Career and Technical Education Classes Athletics, Clubs and Extracurricular activities On today’s episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons and Director of Business and Finance Jennifer Mulligan discuss the proposed budget, what's on the ballot, and how residents can vote. Also, students tell us where they would go if they could travel anywhere in the world, the staff profile features School Resource Officer Ed Ashley and we feature the Mock Trial Team in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:15) – School Budget Vote and What's On the Ballot (8:20) - Fund Balance (11:11) - Community Support (13:51) - NYS Tax Cap (18:09) - Reassessment in the Town of East Greenbush (20:44) - School Bus Purchases (24:44) - Bus Purchase Reserve Fund (26:05) - Board of Education Election (29:02) - Final Thoughts on the School Budget (32:40) – Students Tell Us Where They Would Travel (34:17) – Staff Profile of School Resource Officer Ed Ashley (39:12) – Student Activity Spotlight with the Mock Trial Team (42:40) – Upcoming Events Special thanks to our guest host Hannah Ortiz '26! Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
Now more than ever, Columbia High School students have choice in what to learn. They can choose from a list of available electives, they can take college courses, and they can enroll in career and technical education programs through Questar III BOCES. One of those exciting programs offered by Questar is New Visions Pathways in Education where high school students prepare to become teachers. On today’s episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses the New Visions Pathways in Education Program with Teacher Jenifer Kish, and Columbia High School seniors Elle Hutton '25 and Gabriella Fisher '25, who are enrolled in the program. They discuss Pathways in Education and how students learn to become our educators of the future through coursework and hands-on experience in school settings. Also, students share how they can protect the planet, the staff profile features Green Meadow typist Marcelle Gadreault, and we highlight the DPS Coding Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:30) – Training Our Future Teachers (18:48) – Students Share How They Can Protect the Planet (20:02) – Staff Profile of Green Meadow Typist Marcelle Gadreault (21:48) – Student Activity Spotlight with the DPS Coding Club (22:33) – Upcoming Events Special thanks to our guest host Brayden Gipson ’25! Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
Recess is one of the best parts of the school day for elementary students. It’s an opportunity to run, play and have fun. And while exercise and burning off energy is important, students are also developing lifelong skills, like how to make new friends, how to take turns, and how to resolve conflict. On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam discusses recess with Genet Principal Wayne Grignon, Occupational Therapist Denise Lyle, and Monitor Karen LaFrank. They discuss recess in the East Greenbush Central School District and how important it is for the development of our students. Also, students share what they like about spring, the staff profile features PPS Director Jessica Harris, and we feature Green Meadow Enrichment in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:20) – Recess (24:58) – Students Share What They Like About Spring (26:00) – Staff Profile of Pupil Personnel Services Director Jessica Harris (29:13) – Student Activity Spotlight with Green Meadow Enrichment (30:11) – Upcoming Events Special thanks to our guest host Maya Derico ’25! Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
Now more than ever, schools are utilizing data to enhance instruction and improve learning for students. This is done by giving students in grades Pre-K through 8 a universal screener three times a year, as well as using other measures. That data is used to diagnose how students are learning, what skills they have, and what skills need more work. It informs how our teachers teach so every student gets what they need to be successful. On this episode, we discuss data-driven instruction with Principal Helen Squillace, First Grade Teacher Val Santillo, and MTSS Coordinator Lisa Mahar. They discuss how the universal screener is administered in classrooms across our district, how data reports are used to inform instruction, and the positive impact it has on students. (1:22) – Data-Driven Instruction (27:42) – Students Share Their Favorite Books (28:38) – Staff Profile of Green Meadow 2nd Grade Teacher Becky Cook (31:47) – Student Activity Spotlight with the Columbia Art Club (34:04) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps. Special thanks to our guest host Jabari Holder '25!…
Students love snow days. It's a surprise day off and an opportunity to sleep in and play outside in the snow. But who decides on whether we have school or we need to close for the day because of the weather? And how do they make that decision? On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam discusses snow days with Superintendent Jeff Simons, Transportation Administrator Dr. Wanda McQueen, and Head of Grounds Frank Asenbauer. They discuss the process for evaluating winter weather, the timeline for calling snow days or delays, and how information is shared with teachers, staff and families. They also share whether their jobs have impacted how they feel about the winter. Also, students share their favorite snow day activities, the staff profile features Special Education Teacher Abigail Kissane, and we feature Red Mill Intramurals in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:20) – Snow Days (29:40) – Students Share Their Favorite Snow Day Activities (31:04) – Staff Profile of Special Education Teacher Abigail Kissane (33:14) – Student Activity Spotlight with Red Mill Intramurals (34:22) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps. Special thanks to our guest host Jayla Dudley '26!…
Mathematics is one of the fundamental subjects we teach to students, known as one of the three R’s in reading, writing and arithmetic. From the time students enter pre-k or kindergarten and they are learning how to count, all the way up to high school when they learn algebra and statistics, the East Greenbush Central School District has a rich curriculum that covers everything students need to know in math. Math is a subject that can be challenging for some, but through the amazing work of our teachers and support services offered by our schools, we can set students up for success. On today’s episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses math instruction with teachers Brittany Harrison from Red Mill, Christine Blake from Goff, and Frank DiDonato from Columbia. We discuss the math curriculum and improvements we have made over the years, the requirements for graduation, and how our teachers make math fun and engaging. Also, students celebrate Valentine's Day by sharing what they love, the staff profile features School Bus Aide Kaitlyn Roy, and we feature Odyssey of the Mind in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:23) – Pre-K Registration and Best Wishes to Winter Athletes (2:04) – Math Instruction (29:51) – Students Share What They Love (31:05) – School Bus Aide Kaitlyn Roy (32:41) – Student Activity Spotlight with Odyssey of the Mind (33:59) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
Every parent has comforted their child and tried to help them feel better when the child is sick or hurt - whether it’s a cold, a stomach bug, or they tripped and skinned their knee. When students are at school, that responsibility is met by our wonderful school nurses. On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam has a conversation with two of our school nurses - Julie Stoffels from Columbia High School and Sarah Tacy from Donald P. Sutherland Elementary School. They discuss the duties of a school nurse, how they care for students, and what families can do to prevent illness during cold and flu season. Also, students tell jokes, the staff profile features Goff School Counselor Sharon Dunn, and we feature Columbia Book Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:12) – Cell Phone Committee Update (3:43) – Health Services (28:01) – Students Tell Jokes (29:10) – Goff School Counselor Sharon Dunn (31:36) – Student Activity Spotlight with Columbia Book Club (33:53) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
The popular community event Winterfest will be returning to Howard L. Goff Middle School in East Greenbush on Saturday, January 18. A full day of family friendly events have been planned including a pancake breakfast in the cafeteria, bounce houses in the gym, craft vendors, and much more! On this episode, we preview the 35th annual Winterfest with Angel Schweigert, president of the East Greenbush Education Foundation, the nonprofit that coordinates this special event. We discuss the schedule of activities and highlight some of the other important ways the Education Foundation supports our school district. Also, students share their favorite winter activities, the staff profile features Columbia Speech Language Pathologist Kate Morrow, and we feature Ski Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:18) – School Budget Planning (2:20) – Winterfest Preview (14:59) – Students Share Their Favorite Winter Activities (15:51) – Staff Profile of Speech Language Pathologist Kate Morrow (18:35) – Student Activity Spotlight with Ski Club (19:47) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
Columbia High School offers a three-year Science Research Program for students who want to learn more about a specific subject. The current projects are fascinating, such as the association of sleep and blood pressure, conservation of sharks through tagging, using AI algorithms to determine whether people are related or not, and the impact of ice cover on phytoplankton in local lakes. Students work with a mentor, they learn how to conduct research, and they develop many important skills such as critical thinking, organization, writing, and public speaking. On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam discusses the Science Research Program with Columbia Science Teacher and Director of the Science Research Program Heidi Gleason, and three students enrolled in the program. Each of the students discuss their projects and what they have learned from being part of this engaging and rigorous program. Also, students share their New Year Resolutions, the staff profile features Genet Music Teacher Megan Scolaro, and we feature the Columbia Computer Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:27) – Happy New Year (2:06) – Science Research Program (24:11) – Students Share Their New Year Resolutions (25:11) – Staff Profile of Genet Music Teacher (28:21) – Student Activity Spotlight with Columbia Computer Club (29:50) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
We are incredibly fortunate to have a wonderful music department with talented students and dedicated faculty. Every December, our high school ensembles spread the holiday spirit by performing at school concerts and special events throughout the community, including the Empire State Plaza, the Rensselaer Train Station, and the Stratton VA Medical Center. In that spirit of giving, we are sharing some holiday music from these ensembles so you can enjoy it with family and friends this week, perhaps as you decorate your tree, prepare holiday meals, or host family gatherings. We have 14 songs for you on this episode - with two songs from each of our seven high school ensembles. The songs were recorded at our Holiday Concerts earlier this month. Enjoy! Chamber Orchestra (1:12) - La Donna e Mobile (3:35) - A Yuletide Reel Chamber Singers (7:01) - Winter's Heart (10:29) - Jingle Bell Rock Concert Band (12:32) - Dirge for a Sugar Plum Fairy (15:04) - Treme Trepak Chorus (16:57) - Snow on Snow (20:17) - Sleigh Bells Jazz Band (22:12) - Red Clay (26:44) - Gringo Orchestra (31:28) - Calm and Bright (35:10) - Westward Motion Symphonic Band (39:55) - Let the Bells Ring (42:52) - You Better Sleigh Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיThe primary purpose of schools is to educate students. But that education goes far beyond reading, writing, math and other academic subjects. We teach students character education, conflict resolution and how to build and foster healthy relationships with others. Much of that important work is led by our school social workers. On today’s episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses this important work with three of our social workers Lois Rondeau at Columbia High School, Jamie Eggleston at Goff Middle School and Tiffany Rinehimer at Donald P. Sutherland Elementary School. They talk about some of the trends they are seeing in students over the past few years and how they support students and their families. Also, students share their favorite holiday songs, the staff profile features Red Mill School Nurse Kate Ryan, and we feature the Columbia Chamber Singers in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:35) – Happy Holidays (1:55) – School Social Workers Supporting Students and Families (32:19) – Students Share Their Favorite Holiday Songs (33:46) – Staff Profile of Red Mill School Nurse Kate Ryan (36:05) – Student Activity Spotlight with Columbia Chamber Singers (37:41) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
The East Greenbush Central School District is moving forward with capital project planning. As you may be aware, this exciting project was approved by voters during the School Budget Vote in May and it will improve facilities and grounds at each of our schools over the next five years. On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam talks with Superintendent Jeff Simons and Director of Business and Finance Jennifer Mulligan about the capital project. They share some recent updates and discuss how the project is progressing. Also, students tell us about their favorite classes, our staff profile features DPS Teaching Assistant Tenniel Hansen, and the Student Activity Spotlight features the Columbia Yearbook Club. (1:04) – U.S. News & World Report Best School Rankings (1:31) – Capital Project Update (20:31) – Students Share Their Favorite Classes (22:00) – Staff Profile of DPS Teaching Assistant Tenniel Hansen (24:06) – Student Activity Spotlight with Columbia Yearbook Club (25:47) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
In this special episode of Let's Learn Together, Superintendent Jeff Simons offers a Thanksgiving message to the school community.
Teachers and staff at Howard L. Goff Middle School are celebrating Thanksgiving a little early with their annual Thanksgiving Feast on Wednesday, November 20. It’s a wonderful event that brings the staff together for a luncheon in the school gym to enjoy turkey and all the trimmings. They are also joined by students who help with the event by preparing food and decorations in their classes. On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam talks with Goff Social Studies Teacher Tim Galvin, who coordinates the event. They discuss what’s on the menu this year, how students help put the event together, and why this has become a decades long tradition. Also, Columbia High School students tell us about their favorite fall activities, our staff profile features Goff 6th Grade Science Teacher Courtney Brewer, and the Student Activity Spotlight features the Be the Change Club. (1:29) – NYS Master Teacher (2:04) – Capital Project Update (2:43) – Retirement (3:45) – Thanksgiving Feast (15:46) – Students Share Their Favorite Fall Activities (16:38) – Staff Profile of Goff 6th Grade Science Teacher Courtney Brewer (19:32) – Student Activity Spotlight with Be the Change Club (21:45) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
Participation in Government is a required course for Columbia High School students, meaning they must take it before graduating from high school. They learn about the history of government, the branches of our government, and how policy is created. Through this class, students can register to vote, they attend public meetings and volunteer for community service. On today’s episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam discusses Participation in Government with teachers Kelley Sheraw and Dan Wagner, and two seniors who are taking the class this semester - Ellie Keenholts and Kole Hardy. Also, elementary students tell us what they will be for Halloween, our staff profile features Columbia Social Studies Teacher Stephen Lapolla, Deputy Jay Gravelle shares some Trick or Treating safety tips, and the Student Activity Spotlight features Key Club. (1:22) – Election Day (1:56) – Participation in Government (21:21) – Students Share Their Halloween Costumes (22:42) – Staff Profile of Columbia Social Studies Teacher Stephen Lapolla (26:43) – Safety Tips for Trick or Treating (29:15) – Student Activity Spotlight with Key Club (31:18) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
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No two students are the same. They have different interests and they learn in different ways. So it’s critically important that schools provide as many learning opportunities and pathways for success as possible. Whether students go on to a 2-year or 4-year college, or enter the workforce, we want our students to be prepared for their next stage in life. On today’s episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses Career and Technical Education with Anthony DeFazio, principal of the Robert H. Gibson Technical School, and two Columbia High School students who are enrolled in the career tech program through Questar III BOCES. Also, students tell us what they want to be when they grow up, our staff profile features Academic Intervention Specialist Math Teacher Sarina Biski, and the Student Activity Spotlight features the Bell Top Running Club. (1:54) – Student Community Service (2:55) – Career and Technical Education (25:56) – Students Share What They Want to Be When They Grow Up (27:22) – Staff Profile of AIS Math Teacher Sarina Biski (30:04) – Student Activity Spotlight with the Bell Top Running Club (31:18) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
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Physical Education is a favorite class for many of our students. They get to run and play, they get to go outside in the nice weather, and they enjoy the fun and engaging activities organized by our passionate PE teachers. But they also learn important skills such as how to work together in teams, how to communicate, how to adapt to new and different situations, and how to overcome challenges. As students get older they begin taking Health class at Goff Middle School and Columbia High School and learn about important topics such as mental health, wellness, and nutrition. On today’s episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discuss Physical Education and Health with Red Mill PE teacher Curtis Sankey, Columbia PE teacher Courteny Hotaling, and Columbia Health teacher Chris LeGare. They talk about what students learn in PE and Health classes, and how these lessons can help lead to healthy lifestyles later in life. Also, students tell us what their favorite activity is from Physical Education class, our staff profile features Occupational Therapist Katie Randorf, Physical Education Teacher and Strength and Conditioning Coach Tom Libardi offers five tips for improving your health, and the Student Activity Spotlight features Goff Peer Leadership. (1:52) – Remembering John Sawchuk (2:52) – Physical Education and Health (37:30) – Students Share Their Favorite Activities from Physical Education (38:44) – Staff Profile of Occupational Therapist Katie Randorf (41:24) – 5 Tips to Improve Your Health (45:58) – Student Activity Spotlight of Goff Peer Leadership (46:58) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
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The East Greenbush Central School District has developed a new and exciting vision for our students. It’s called Portrait of a Graduate, and it identifies five skills students will need for success in life (Confident Learner, Effective Communicator, Adaptable, Empathetic, and Critical Thinker). On today’s episode of Let's Learn Together, our public information specialist Mark Adam discusses the new Portrait of a Graduate with Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Roy Stiles, Bell Top First Grade Teacher, and a parent in our district, Sarah Lussier, and Superintendent Jeff Simons. We talk about what Portrait of a Graduate is, how we will implement it with input from teachers, staff and families, and how it will benefit students. Also, students tell us what their favorite thing is about being back at school, our staff profile features Custodian John Sprackland, the Student Activity Spotlight features Kennedy Ring '25 and the Girls' Varsity Soccer Team, and Officer Ed Ashley provides back-to-school safety information. (1:28) – Welcome Back (2:23) – Portrait of a Graduate (27:03) – Students Share Their Favorite Things About Being Back at School (28:07) – Staff Profile of Bell Top Custodian John Sprackland (30:34) – Student Activity Spotlight with Kennedy Ring '25 (31:52) – Back-to-School Safety Information with Officer Ed Ashley (39:23) – Upcoming Events Let’s Learn Together is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music and other apps.…
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On today’s episode of Let’s Learn Together, Superintendent Jeff Simons has a conversation about cell phones in schools with Goff Middle School Interim Principal Jim McHugh, Goff School Counselor Jaclyn Gleason and a parent of two students Nichole Krisanda. They discuss the Goff Cell Phone Policy which restricts the use of phones during the school day, why it was implemented last year, and the positive impact that has resulted. They also talk about the potential for future discussions of cell phones at the high school. Also, Columbia students tell us what they are looking forward to in the upcoming school year, our staff profile features Senior Bus Driver Carianne Rudolph, and Questar Early Childhood Principal Mike Burns provides some tips to our parents and caregivers of incoming pre-k students. (1:55) – A New School Year (3:04) – Cell Phones in Schools (30:35) – Students Share What They Are Looking Forward to This School Year (31:24) – Staff Profile of Senior Bus Driver Carianne Rudolph (33:58) - Welcome to Pre-K Families (with tips for a smooth start!) (38:55) – Upcoming Events *** Background Reading: Goff Cell Phone Policy Leads to Improved Academics and Behavior…
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In a few short weeks a fleet of yellow school buses will be out on the roads, picking up students for the first day of school. There’s a lot that goes into getting our students to and from school every day - our office staff at the bus garage who design and create the routes, our mechanics who work on the buses to make sure they are running smoothly, and our drivers who greet our students and bring them to and from school safely every day. On today’s episode of Let’s Learn Together, Superintendent Jeff Simons has a conversation about Transportation with our Transportation Administrator Dr. Wanda McQueen and School Bus Driver Jill Bonesteel. They discuss the operations of our Transportation Department, what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming school year, and new programs that are enhancing safety and service. Also, summer school students tell us what Olympic sport they would want to compete in, and our staff profile features Physical Education Teacher, and Head Coach of the Columbia Varsity Football Team, Jake Preston. (1:23) – Capital Project Update (2:38) – Transportation with Dr. Wanda McQueen and Jill Bonesteel (27:05) – Students Share What Olympic Sport They Would Want to Compete In (28:21) – Staff Profile of Physical Education Teacher and Columbia Head Football Coach Jake Preston (31:36) – Upcoming Events…
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Learning never stops in the East Greenbush Central School District. Even though it is summer, we have more than 300 students enrolled in Summer School at Columbia High School. These half-day programs allow students to build on what they learned last year, fill any learning gaps that exist, and prepare for next school year. On this episode of Let’s Learn Together, Superintendent Jeff Simons has a discussion with two summer school teachers - Heather Gigliello and Kay Peffers - to learn more about our summer school programs and what students are learning. Also, students enrolled in our summer school programs share what they like most about summer school and our staff profile features our new Bell Top principal Mike Neumann. (1:31) – Thank You to Facilities, Technology and Human Resources (2:30) – Summer School with Heather Gigliello and Kay Peffers (11:37) – Students Share What They Like Most About Summer School (12:50) – Staff Profile of New Bell Top Principal Mike Neumann (14:27) – Upcoming Events…
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In the East Greenbush Central School District, we serve all children from all backgrounds. On this episode of Let’s Learn Together, we have a conversation with Dr. Catherine Pennock, our Director of Pupil Personnel Services who oversees our special education program, and Kristen Zilgme, a Special Education teacher at Howard L. Goff Middle School. We provide an overview of special education in the East Greenbush Central School District, the variety of services we provide to students, and how our special education students are integrated into regular classes and school activities with a focus on inclusivity. Also, elementary students offer some advice to our Columbia High School graduates, we share with you a poem read by Allison Hedgepeth '24 which was delivered at the Columbia High School Graduation Ceremony this past Saturday, and we share information about the Summer Reading Program at the East Greenbush Community Library. (1:28) – Congratulations to the Columbia Class of 2024 (2:30) – Special Education with Director of Pupil Personnel Services Dr. Catherine Pennock and Special Education Teacher Kristen Zilgme (25:07) – Elementary Students Offer Advice to Columbia Graduates (27:24) – Graduation Poem (29:58) – Summer Reading Program at the East Greenbush Community Library (32:20) – Upcoming Events…
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One of the highlights of the annual Columbian Awards is the announcement of valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating class. This year's valedictorian is Caitlin Weinheimer '24 and the salutatorian is Aurora Forte '24. On this episode of Let's Learn Together, we talk with Caitlin and Aurora about this outstanding achievement, how they approached their classes and learning, and what advice they would share with younger students so they, too, can find success. Also, elementary students share their summer vacation plans, our staff profile features Goff Assistant Principal Riley O'Malley, and we highlight the Columbia Pride Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:35) – New Genet Playground (2:37) – A Conversation with Our Valedictorian Caitlin Weinheimer '24 and Salutatorian Aurora Forte '24 (13:02) – Students Share Their Summer Plans (14:14) – Staff Profile of Goff Assistant Principal Riley O'Malley (17:54) – Student Activity Spotlight of Columbia Pride Club (19:29) – Upcoming Events…
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיThe end of the school year is always bittersweet. While many students and teachers look forward to summer and the break that comes with it, it is also difficult to say goodbye. Our students and teachers spend so much time together throughout the school year, getting to know each other, learning, and growing. Happily, our students and teachers return each fall for a new school year. There is, however, a group of people who will not return this coming September - our retiring teachers and staff. The East Greenbush Central School District will be recognizing each of our retiring employees at the Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, June 12th and the incredible service they have given the children and families of this community. On this episode, our Public Information Specialist Mark Adam has a conversation with three teachers who are retiring at the end of this school year - DPS 3rd Grade Teacher Beth Hart, Goff French Teacher Joanne Loccisano, and Columbia Special Education Teacher Tara Maney. We discuss their teaching careers, what changes they have seen over the years, and what they will miss most. Also, 4th grade students at Genet share what they have learned about their research subjects for the upcoming Interactive Wax Museum, our staff profile features Red Mill 3rd Grade Teacher Marlee Eckert, and we highlight the Green Meadow Running Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:47) - School Budget Vote Thank You (2:34) - A Conversation with Three Retiring Teachers (28:13) - Students Share Research of Historical Figures (33:29) - Staff Profile of 3rd Grade Teacher Marlee Eckert (36:17) - Student Activity Spotlight of Green Meadow Running Club (37:03) - Upcoming Events Special thanks to our elementary students Eli, Verena, Audrey and Mae; and to Olivia Brown for highlighting the Green Meadow Running Club!…
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In the East Greenbush Central School District we teach students the core subjects of English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science. We offer art, music, physical education, technology and foreign language. But importantly, we also teach students character education. Values such as integrity, respect, responsibility and perseverance serve our students well as they develop into adults and productive members of our society. These lessons, of course, start at home with families introducing these values to their children. But schools have a role to play as well. On this episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses character education with DPS Principal Jack Alvey and 5th Grade Teacher Sue D’Amico. The conversation revolves around the values of our character education program, how we teach these values and what the students gain. Also, we remind listeners about the School Budget Vote and Board Election which is scheduled for today, Tuesday, May 21. Elementary students share their favorite activities to do at recess, our staff profile features Art Teacher Karli Powers, and we feature the new Columbia Girls' Flag Football Team in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:36) - Budget Vote and Board Election (2:23) - Character Education (23:48) - Students Share Their Favorite Activities at Recess (25:20) - Staff Profile of Art Teacher Karli Powers (28:11) - Student Activity Spotlight of Columbia Girls' Flag Football Team (29:17) - Upcoming Events Special thanks to our elementary students Callen, Emmett, Madelyn, Brynn, Melanie, Savannah and Faizah; and to Anna Nassivera '25 for highlighting the Columbia Girls' Flag Football Team!…
Columbia High School will be transformed into an art gallery next week for the District-wide Art Show on Thursday, May 16th. The Art Show will feature works from all seven of our schools with drawings, paintings, photographs, sculptures and more! In preparation of that popular community event, Superintendent Jeff Simons discussed art education with Art Teachers Andrea Neiman and Alison Savoca and three Columbia students. This conversation shows how our students are exploring their talents and learning valuable lessons along the way. Also, we recognize Teacher Appreciation Week, 5th grade students share what they have been learning about in science class, and we feature the Goff Art Club in the Student Activity Spotlight. (1:25) - Teacher Appreciation Week (2:26) - Art (34:58) - Students Share Science Facts (36:17) - Staff Profile of Teaching Assistant Lois Bleau (37:48) - Student Activity Spotlight of Goff Art Club (38:43) - Upcoming Events Special thanks to Holly, Lena and Karina for joining our art discussion; Abby, Nicholas and Zach for sharing science facts; and to Elizabeth for highlighting the Goff Art Club!…
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One of the most important parts of the school day for our students is lunch. It’s where they replenish their energy by eating a healthy meal, but it’s also a time when students can take a break from academics and socialize with friends and classmates. On today's episode, Superintendent Jeff Simons sits down with Food Service Manager Colleen Wise to discuss our food services program, how she develops breakfast and lunch menus, and her efforts to offer free meals to as many students as possible through federal and state funding. Also, our students offer suggestions for new menu items in the cafeteria, we recognize School Library Month by sharing book recommendations for students, and we feature Goff Middle School Intramurals in the Student Activity Spotlight. (3:24) - Food Services (28:08) - Students Offer Suggestions for New Menu Items (30:40) - Book Recommendations from School Librarians (39:35) - Student Activity Spotlight of Goff Intramurals (40:17) - Upcoming Events Special thanks to Luca, Maribel, Isabella, Catalina, Luke, Laurel, Michael and Andrew for sharing their menu suggestions; as well as Michael from the Goff Intramurals!…
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One of the fastest growing populations in the East Greenbush Central School District is English Language Learners. Since 2018, our ENL enrollment has increased 70%. We now have 97 ELL students in our district who speak more than two dozen languages at home, such as Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Burmese and Urdu. While a growing ENL program creates the need for more support in the form of ENL teachers and learning resources, the benefits far outweigh the financial costs. We discuss this topic in more detail with Elementary ENL Teacher Kelly Aldinger and Genet Principal Wayne Grignon. Also, English Language Learners share what they enjoy about school, in both English and their native languages, our staff profile features Special Education Teacher Liz Corey, the Drone Club is highlighted during the Student Activity Spotlight, and Mr. Simons promotes upcoming school events. (1:11) - English as a New Language (24:06) - ELL Students Share What They Enjoy About School (27:08) - Staff Profile of Special Education Teacher Liz Corey (31:14) - Personal Safety Lessons (35:57) - Student Activity Spotlight of the Drone Club (37:59) - Upcoming Events Personal Safety Resources Child Safety Matters (Monique Burr Foundation for Children) The MBF 5 Safety Rules (Monique Burr Foundation for Children) Erin's Law (NYS Education Department) St. Peter's Health Partners Prevention Education Special thanks to Adriana D'Orazio from St. Peter's Health Partners; our multilingual students Nahara, Eberly, Layan, Austin, Helena and Omar; and our Drone Club students Aries, Jason, Josue, Rocko and Brooke!…
We discuss music education, all of the musical options available to students and how students who perform in a musical ensemble have shown high academic achievement. Also, three Columbia High School students share their experiences from attending Legislative Lobby Day and advocating for education issues with New York State legislators, our staff profile features School Social Worker Tara Smades, the Goff Student Council is highlighted during the Student Activity Spotlight, and Mr. Simons promotes upcoming school events. (1:03) - Solar Eclipse (2:22) - School Budget Development (3:09) - Music Education (28:43) - Students Share Experience from Legislative Lobby Day (33:57) - Staff Profile of School Social Worker Tara Smades (36:19) - Student Activity Spotlight of Goff Student Council (37:35) - Upcoming Events Special thanks to Columbia Music Teacher Scott Halliday, our music students Shannon Breimer '24, Teagan Kreshik '24 and Neea Gizzo '25; our Advocacy Committee students Rachel Clarke '24, Jacob Mosden '24 and Bella Temkin '24; Columbia School Social Worker Tara Smades; and Gabby Germano from Goff Student Council.…
Superintendent Jeff Simons discusses attendance with Columbia Assistant Principal Patricia Farnan, Goff Counselor Sharon Dunn and Genet Social Worker Gianna DiGregorio. They talk about why it is so important for students to come to school every day and how our schools are working with families to help improve attendance. Also, students share what books they are currently reading, our staff profile features School Bus Driver Kathy Schmidt, the Goff Drama Club and its production of Peter Pan Jr. is highlighted during the Student Activity Spotlight, and Mr. Simons promotes upcoming school events. (0:44) - Congratulations to Columbia Kicks Cancer (1:25) - Attendance (23:50) - Students Share What Books They Are Currently Reading (26:32) - Staff Profile of School Bus Driver Kathy Schmidt (28:08) - Student Activity Spotlight of Goff Drama Club (29:10) - Upcoming Events Special thanks to Emma Leyhane from the Goff Drama Club and our students who shared what books they are currently reading - Sylvia, Marquis, Gavin, Abernathy, Stella and Raj.…
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