The Blue Streak Hall of Fame Committee is currently accepting new nominations to be considered as part of the 2026 Blue Streak Hall of Fame. All nominations must be submitted by June 1, 2026. Each year, the Blue Streak Hall of Fame honors individuals and teams for their extraordinary contributions to athletics. The program was established to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding athletes, coaches, lifetime contributors, and teams. …
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District Honors 2025-2026 Retirees at Reception
On May 20, the district hosted a special reception to honor and celebrate the dedicated staff members retiring during the 2025–2026 school year. We extend our sincere gratitude for the many years of service and commitment each retiree has given to our students, families, schools, and community. In recognition of their contributions, each retiree will …
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2026-2027 School Budget Results
Thank you to our Saratoga Springs City School District community for participating in the annual budget vote and Board of Education election. Residents approved the proposed $166,095,679 school budget for the 2026–2027 school year by a vote of 1526 to 509. In addition, voters approved the Bus Bond Proposition by a vote of 1529 to …
2026-2027 School Budget Vote on May 19
Residents in the Saratoga Springs City School District will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, to vote on the proposed 2026-2027 school budget for the upcoming year. The proposed $166,095,679 budget includes a 3.85% tax levy increase, which remains below the state’s tax cap, reflecting the district’s continued focus on fiscal responsibility …
SSCSD Named NAMM 2026 Best Communities for Music Education
The Saratoga Springs City School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) Award from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education. Now in its 27th year, the program continues to spotlight and celebrate school districts and individual schools across the United States for their exemplary dedication to music education and their ongoing efforts to ensure equitable access to music learning as …
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End of the 2025-2026 School Calendar
As the end of the 2025-2026 school year approaches, the district has finalized the end-of-year calendar. The last day of school for elementary and middle school students will be a full day on Wednesday, June 24. Please note the following dates: Elementary End of Year Dates May 25: Memorial Day – No School June 1: …
From Classroom to Cafeteria: Students Grow Their Own Food
Students in Ms. McMaster Mowell’s class are bringing learning to life through a hands-on Farmative Project using a Farmative Flex Farm vertical hydroponic system. Through this innovative experience, students take an active role in growing and maintaining their own crops while exploring concepts related to plant life cycles and sustainability. The class recently celebrated the …
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Fourth Annual Student Voices Event On April 30
The Saratoga Springs City School District welcomes families and community members to join us for the Fourth Annual Student Voices Event on Thursday, April 30 at Geyser Road Elementary School. This special evening highlights the importance of building inclusive, supportive school communities and celebrates the perspectives and experiences of our students. This districtwide gathering provides …
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Drive-a-Bus Event on May 2: Explore a Career in School Transportation
Join us on Saturday, May 2, 2026 for the Drive-a-Bus Event hosted by the Saratoga Springs City School District. Guests can enjoy refreshments, talk to drivers, and test drive a school bus. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Maple Avenue Middle School. Community members are invited to learn more …
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Maple Avenue Students Compete in SeaPerch Robotics Event
The Maple Avenue SeaPerch Underwater Robotics program completed its inaugural competition season with an impressive showing at Union College, where five teams and 19 students represented Maple Avenue against schools from across the Capital Region. SeaPerch is an innovative underwater robotics program that equips students, educators, and parents with the resources they need to build …
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