Please be advised, the Wynantskill UFSD will run on a two-hour delay today, Friday, March 6th. All transportation will run on a two-hour delay as well. Thank you!
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Join Us for One School, One Book!
We are excited to begin One School, One Book this week. Each family will receive its own copy of the book A Boy Called BAT by Elana K. Arnold. Families will be asked to read the story together at home during the next four weeks. There are several options for completing the reading: Your child may read to you, you may read to your child, or you may decide to listen to one of our teachers or staff members reading the book aloud. Each chapter will be read by a different adult at our school and posted to our One School, One Book website.
https://sites.google.com/
Our goal is to build a Community of Readers at our school! As you can read in the attached flier from Readtothem.org, reading aloud is a fun, easy way to spend time together that will make your child a better reader and student. Everyone, including students, parents, teachers, and administrators, will be following the same reading schedule.
The “kick off” for this project was held during an exciting school-wide assembly introducing the program and the book. Today, the youngest child in your family has received this letter, a copy of the book, and a reading schedule calendar. We hope that families can follow the schedule carefully so that we can all experience the book as a school community.
Check out the website found at the QR code on the calendar or the link on Parent Square. You will find video read-alouds (recorded by teachers and staff), the reading schedule, trivia questions, and other interesting information! We will also be posting any photos submitted of students and families reading together at home. In school, students will explore the book through activities and discussion. They will be invited to answer daily trivia questions to encourage and reward active participation in the program.
One School, One Book is a great program in which children of all grade levels will be listening to the same book. Research has shown that reading to children beyond their reading level is beneficial. We have selected a title that can be followed, understood, and enjoyed by younger students, while captivating and entertaining older students. We look forward to talking with both you and your child during the next few weeks about the recent events of A Boy Called BAT. With your help, we are building a true Community of Readers.
Sincerely,
The One School, One Book Committee
Wynantskill UFSD
Two-Hour Delay: Wednesday, March 4th
Due to poor road conditions, the Wynantskill UFSD will run on a two-hour delay today, Wednesday, March 4th. All transportation will run on a two-hour delay as well. Stay safe!
Wynantskill PTA Community Events – March 31st
On March 31st, Join the Wynantskill PTA and community for an afternoon and evening filled with fun, food, friendship, and important decisions!
Community Reorganization Vote
Noon-9:00 pm in the GD Library.
Make your voice heard!
Vote on whether the Wynantskill UFSD should merge with the Troy CSD.
Spring Bunny Photos with iSmile Studios
2:30-5:30 pm in the GD Art Room.
• Sign up for a professional photo with the Spring Bunny!
• Family photos and individual
• Book your appointment and see all the options by visiting:
Ziti Dinner
4:30-7:30 pm in the GD Cafeteria.
• Sit-down or take-out options
• Pre-sold dinners plus limited walk-ins available
• Includes ziti, salad, bread, dessert & drink
• $10 for adults and $5 for kids
Pre-Order your dinners here:
BINGO!
4:30-7:30 pm in the GD Gymnasium.
• New round every 30 minutes
• Last game begins at 7:30 PM
• Free to play
• Prizes for both kids and adults!
UPDATE: NO SCHOOL – Monday, Feb. 23rd
UPDATE: WUFSD will be CLOSED today, Monday Feb. 23rd due to inclement weather. No transportation will run. Stay safe!
Community Reorganization Vote Update – March 31 2026
At yesterday’s joint Troy City School District and Wynantskill Union Free School District Board of Education meeting, the final Feasibility Study Report, which has been approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED), was formally accepted by both Boards.
In addition, both Boards voted to move forward with the reorganization (annexation) process. The Wynantskill Board of Education has scheduled a community vote for:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m in the GD library.
Immediately following the joint meeting, the Wynantskill Board of Education held its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. During this meeting, the tentative budget was presented.
This presentation is earlier than usual in order to prepare for two possible budget scenarios:
-If the annexation vote is not approved: The proposed tax levy increase would be 6.4%.
-If the annexation vote is approved: The proposed tax levy increase would be 0%.
For complete access to feasibility study materials, please visit:
https://www.questar.org/feasibility/
which now includes new reports and presentations such as:
-Bob Breidenstein’s PowerPoint Presentation (Summary of Findings)
-Final Feasibility Report
-Video of the Joint Meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-urN6cHtU4
-Tentative Budget PowerPoint Presentation
-February Community Newsletter
If you have questions, please contact the Schmitt Leadership Group:
Mr. Robert Breidenstein, Lead Consultant
Dr. Brian Schmitt, Consultant
www.schmittleadershipgroup.com
brian@schmittleadershipgroup.com
(585) 281-6251
(716) 220-2815
Two-Hour Delay – Tuesday, Jan. 27th
Due to poor road conditions, the Wynantskill UFSD will run on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 27th. All transportation will run on a two-hour delay as well. Stay safe!
SNOW DAY! No School – Monday, January 26th
Superintendent Dr. Yodis says tomorrow GD will be seeing Coldplay! No, actually, GD will be celebrating a birthday! No, GD will have a SNOW DAY!
Watch as GD staff all hear something a little different after Dr. Yodis announces tomorrow, Jan. 26th will be a SNOW DAY!
Be safe and have a great day!
Notice of Joint Board of Education Meeting – February 10th @ 6:00 pm
NOTICE OF JOINT MEETING
There will be a joint meeting of the Troy City School District and the Wynantskill Union Free School District Boards of Education on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The meeting will take place at Gardner Dickinson (25 East Ave, Troy) at 6:00pm. The Schmitt Leadership Group will discuss the findings of the Feasibility Study.
Please note the February 12th Wynantskill Regular Board of Education Meeting will now take place on February 10th at 7:00pm.
WUFSD Jan. 2026 Regents Week Bus Schedule
The Wynantskill UFSD would like to keep students and families updated on our current transportation schedule for high school midterm week. Please check our website for any updates at www.wynantskillufsd.org
Averill Park HS
| January 20th | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 21st | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 22nd | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 23rd | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Early Dismissal |
Tamarac HS
| January 20th | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 21st | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 22nd | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 23rd | Normal A.M. Bus | NO MID-DAY RUN | Normal P.M. Bus |
Columbia HS
| January 20th | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:15 A.M Bus Run | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 21st | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:15 A.M Bus Run | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 22nd | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:15 A.M Bus Run | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 23rd | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:15 A.M Bus Run | NO P.M. Bus |
Troy HS
| January 20th | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:40 A.M Bus Run | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 21st | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:40 A.M Bus Run | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 22nd | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:40 A.M Bus Run | Normal P.M. Bus |
| January 23rd | Normal A.M. Bus | 11:40 A.M Bus Run | NO P.M. Bus |
Please call (518) 704-4343 or email busdispatch@wynantskillufsd.org with questions.