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Optimization Study Community Conversations: 3/18 5:00pm & 6:00pm

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Dear Wynantskill Community,

We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to inform you about an important initiative that began last week within the Wynantskill Union Free School District. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience for our students, we’re launching an Optimization Study that aims to evaluate and enhance the opportunities currently offered within our school district. This study will position our district to create the best future for the Wynantskill community. Mr. Breidenstein has already been in-district, engaging students and faculty in these important conversations.

The primary purpose of this Optimization Study is to conduct a thorough assessment of the views and insights from various key stakeholders, including parents, guardians, faculty and staff, students, Board of Education members, administration, and members of the community. By doing so, we aim to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state of our district and to envision and reimagine its future together. This assessment will be conducted by veteran school leaders Mr. Robert Breidenstein and Dr. Brian Schmidt from The Schmitt Leadership Group, LLC.

Mr. Breidenstein will facilitate two opportunities for community conversations in order to provide an overview of the process and purpose of the study and, most importantly, to allow the Wynantskill community an opportunity to share their experiences, opinions, and concerns. 

These conversations that welcome our community members, and families (which include students if they so choose) are scheduled to be held on:  Tuesday, March 18th at 5:00 PM and again at 6:00 PM in GD’s gymnasium.

Additional opportunities for community input will occur throughout this process, which will also include a survey to each family. We look forward to meeting with you to discuss the Wynantskill UFSD.

Sincerely,

Dr. Mary Yodis and the Wynantskill UFSD Board of Education

Upcoming Board of Education Meetings

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Dear WUFSD Community:

 

Please note the dates of the remaining Board of Education Meetings for the 2024-25 school year:

Special Meeting – 3/14/25 @ 4pm

Regular Meeting – 3/20/25 @ 7pm

Regular Meeting & QUESTAR III Budget Vote – 4/22/25 @ 7pm

Regular Meeting – 5/22/25 @ 7pm

Regular Meeting – 6/19/25 @ 7pm

 

All meetings will be held in the GD library. Thank you!

Upcoming WUFSD Optimization Study

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Dear Community:

 

We hope this letter finds you well.  We are writing to inform you about an important initiative that will soon be underway within the Wynantskill Union Free School District.  As part of our ongoing commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience for our students, we are launching an optimization study that aims to evaluate and enhance opportunities currently offered within the district.  This study will position our district to create the best future for the Wynantskill UFSD.

 

The primary purpose of this study is to conduct a thorough assessment of the views and insights from various key stakeholders, including the board of education, superintendent, principal, faculty, staff, students, and community members.  By doing so, we aim to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state of the district and to envision its future together.  This assessment will be conducted by veteran school leaders Mr. Robert Breidenstein and Dr. Brian Schmitt from the Schmitt Leadership Group, LLC.

 

Through this study, we will build a robust plan that focuses on several critical areas:

 

Census Data: Reviewing current school enrollment, town population, and other data to predict future class sizes.

 

Educational Quality: Ensuring that our academic programs continue to meet and exceed the highest standards, preparing students for future success.

 

Optimal Student Experience: Creating an enriching and supportive environment where students may thrive both academically and personally.

 

Operational Excellence: Streamlining and improving operational processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in all that we do.

 

Fiscal Responsibility: Managing resources wisely to sustain and support the long-term goals of the district.

 

We believe that the input and collaboration of our entire community is vital to the success of this study.  We will be conducting various meetings, surveys, and forums beginning in March to gather your feedback and ensure that every voice is heard.  

 

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our district.  We look forward to working with you throughout this process and are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. Together we can build a stronger, more resilient, and innovative educational environment for our students.

 

Sincerely,

Dr. Mary Yodis & The Wynantskill UFSD Board of Education

Reminder: Non-Public School Transportation Requests due 4/1

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State Education Law requires parents or guardians of a child residing within Wynantskill UFSD to submit a written request to the district for transportation to a non-public school.

The deadline is April 1 (or for those moving into the district, within 30 days after establishing residency within the district). Late requests shall be granted only when a reasonable explanation is provided for the delay and there is no additional cost to the district. The Board of Education will decide whether the explanation is reasonable. If a student is denied transportation to a non-public school, the parent or guardian may appeal to the Commissioner of Education if a satisfactory resolution cannot be reached with the Superintendent or Board of Education.

snow day 2/6/25

SNOW DAY! NO SCHOOL – 2/6/25

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Due to anticipated inclement weather conditions, there will be NO SCHOOL today, Thursday, February 6th. No WUFSD transportation is running today. Stay safe!