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SSHS Science Research Students Excel at Regional Competition

The Science Research program at Saratoga Springs City School District provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in original, college-level scientific research through mentorships with professional investigators. This three-year program guides students through the full research process. During their sophomore year, students explore topics of interest, develop research skills, and design an experimental plan. …

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Student Musicians Celebrated at Music Recognition Night

In March, the district celebrated Music in Our Schools Month with a series of spring concerts and a special Music Recognition Night honoring our talented students.  Students were recognized for achievements in Tri-M Music Honor Society, All-County ensembles, NYSSMA Solo Festivals, Area All-State ensembles, and school musicals. These recognitions reflect not only exceptional musical skill …

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SSHS Students Lead the Way Through Participatory Budgeting

Saratoga Springs High School is transforming civic learning through an innovative Participatory Budgeting (PB) process that empowers students to take an active role in shaping their school community. Through this authentic experience, students identify needs within the school, design capital improvement proposals, and make real decisions about how funding is allocated. Participatory Budgeting focuses on …

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SSHS Students to Represent New York at 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

Elliot Lester and Adam Wolcz, juniors at Saratoga Springs High School, have been selected to represent Special Olympics New York at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis. Elliot and Adam will participate as part of the Youth Leadership Experience delegation and will be joined by Colleen Belanger, a Saratoga Springs High School Physical …

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Michael Lopez Appointed as Maple Avenue Middle School Principal

Michael Lopez has been appointed Principal of Maple Avenue Middle School and will begin his new role on April 13, 2026.   Mr. Lopez brings extensive experience in educational leadership to the position. He has served as an Assistant Principal at Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School. Prior to that, he was an Assistant Academy Principal at Albany …

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Spring 2026 School Music Concerts

The Saratoga Springs City School District is excited to share our upcoming spring music performances! Join us as our students showcase their talents in chorus, orchestra, and band concerts. Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – Maple Avenue Middle School Trombley Auditorium: Dorothy Nolan Elementary 3rd Grade Chorus – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – Division …

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Board of Education Petition Information

Saratoga Springs City School District invites community members to run for the Board of Education.  Each year, there are three Board of Education vacancies for three-year terms.  Learn more about the role of a school board member from the New York State School Boards Association. Individuals seeking election to the Board of Education must submit a petition with a minimum of 100 signatures from district residents. Petition packets may be …

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2025-2026 Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Information

Advanced Placement (AP) exams are administered in May. Participation in an AP exam and payment of the associated exam fee are optional and the responsibility of the student and family.  For the 2025-2026 school year, the AP® Program has resources and processes designed to help students earn college credit and placement. Here’s what you and …

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SSHS Senior Named National Merit Finalist

A Saratoga Springs High School senior was recently named as a finalist in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.   Congratulations to Loic Goffioul! High school students enter the competition by taking the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which serves as an initial screen of about 1.6 million entrants each year. The nationwide pool of finalists represents …

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2026-2027 School Calendar

Below you will find a list of important dates, school breaks, and Regents exam days for the 2026-2027 school year.  A full calendar is mailed to all families each year in August. View a PDF version of 2026-2027 one-page calendar. July 3: Independence Day Observed September 7: Labor Day – no classes September 8-9 Superintendent’s Conference Days – …

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