Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
submitted by Judy Frost, Public Information Specialist, Hoosick Falls CSD
The Hoosick Falls Elementary School recognized dozens of students for consistently demonstrating good character throughout the 2013-14 school year with a really “cool” year end celebration.
[Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Elementary School Students Recognized For Good Character
HFCS Graduates 96
by Bea Peterson
“You match up against your peers anywhere in the country,” HFCS High School Principal Stacy Vadney told the 2014 graduating class on Friday evening, June 27. The class had a 93% graduation rate, compared to a National average of 76%. Eighty percent of them are going on to college. Three quarters of them received Regents diplomas. According to the latest statistics, HFCS ranks in the top 20% of high schools in New York State and in America. [Read more…] about Congratulations To The Hoosick Falls Central School Class Of 2014
submitted by Michael A. McCagg, TVHS Communications Coordinator
After four years of learning with the guidance of teachers, business leaders, experts and university professors, members of the Tech Valley High School Class of 2014 entered the “real world” during a ceremony on Saturday, June 21.
by Alex Brooks
The Hoosick Falls School Board meeting this month was David Sutton’s last meeting as a member of the School Board. Many fine words were spoken about his long service on the School Board and the difference he has made. He served on the Board for 13 years and was Board President for seven years. Current School Board President Greg Laurin said with great conviction, “Nobody has done more for this school in the last dozen years.”
[Read more…] about David Sutton’s Last Meeting As School Board Member
submitted by Paula Kamperman, HFCS PTA
The Hoosick Falls Central School PTA annually seeks nominations to honor community members who make outstanding contributions to the well being of children and youth. This year’s award recipient is Joyce Brewer who has been active in Girl Scouts and the greater community for over 14 years.
[Read more…] about Joyce Brewer Honored As PTA Founders’ Day Award Winner
Important Dates
• Tuesday, July 1, – Registration 8 am to 12 pm and 1 to 3 pm in the Guidance Office
• Tuesday, July 8, – 7/8 Classes Begin – 8 to 10:30 am
Wednesday, July 22 – Regents Prep Classes Begin
Wednesday July 23 – 7/8 First Semester Ends
Wednesday and Thursday, August 6 and 7 – 7/8 School Exams
Wednesday and Thursday, August 13-14 – Regents Exams
Friday, August 15 – Report Cards Mailed
7 And 8 Grade Summer School
Students in grades 7 and 8 who fail one or more core classes (ELA, math, social studies and science) are eligible for summer school.
They will be in attendance from 8 to 10:30 am on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from July 8 to August 7.
The 7/8 program will focus on reading, writing and math skills.
Regents Prep Classes
(Dependent upon enrollment)
Regents Prep Classes will begin July 22 and run through August 12 every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Session 1 Session 2
(8 to 9:15 am) (9:15 to 10:30 am)
Integrated Algebra Geometry
Earth Science Biology
U.S. History 11 Global Studies 10
submitted by Judy Frost, HFCS
Hoosick Falls High School seniors Katelyn Harrison and Zoey Haar have been named valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for the Class of 2014.
Baccalaureate
Baccalaureate will be held on Wednesday, June 25, at the Immaculate Conception Church, 67 Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Baccalaureate will begin at 7 pm and graduates are expected to be there by 6:45 pm wearing their graduation gown.
Awards Night
Awards Night will be held on Thursday, June 26, at 7 pm at Hoosick Falls Central School in the auditorium. The seniors do not wear their graduation gowns for this but should be in dress clothes. All students attending the ceremony must attend a mandatory rehearsal at 1 pm on June 26. All seniors must report back to the school by 6:15 pm.
Graduation
Graduation will be held on Friday, June 27, at 7 pm on the football field at Hoosick Falls Central School, weather permitting. All graduating seniors must report to the school at 10 am for set up and rehearsal. This is a mandatory rehearsal. A lunch will follow. All students must report back to the school at 5 pm for a picture and line up. They are to adhere to the dress code and wear their cap and gown. Graduation begins promptly at 7 pm.
Tuesday AM, June 17
(8:15-11:15)
REGENTS – U.S. History & Government
Social Studies 7
Social Studies 8
Science 7
Spanish 8
English 9
English 10
English 12
Tuesday PM, June 17
(12:15-3:15)
REGENTS – Living Environment
Residential Structures
HVCC Math 165
Pre-Calculus 176
Auto Tech II
Wednesday AM, June 18
(8:15-11:15)
REGENTS – Global History & Geography
ELA 7
ELA 8
Junior Chorus
Social Studies 9
Meteorology
Economic & Political Systems
Wednesday PM, June 18
(12:15-3:15)
REGENTS – Algebra 2 / Trigonometry
Wood I
Auto Tech I
Power Mechanics
Studio Art
Thursday AM, June 19
(8:15-11:15)
REGENTS – Comprehensive English
Math 7
Math 8
Junior Band
Spanish 9
Spanish 1X
Business Math
Spanish III
Thursday PM, June 19
(12:15-3:15)
REGENTS – Physical Setting / Earth Science
Ecology
Microsoft Office
Friday AM, June 20
(8:15-11:15)
REGENTS – Integrated Algebra
Symphonic Band
Forensics
Friday PM, June 20
(12:15-3:15)
REGENTS – Physical Setting / Physics
REGENTS – Geometry
Monday AM, June 23
(8:15-11:15)
RCT in Global Studies
Monday PM, June 23
(12:15-3:15)
RCT in Reading
Tuesday AM, June 24
(8:15-11:15)
RCT in Science
REGENTS – Physical Setting / Chemistry
Tuesday PM, June 24
(12:15-3:15)
RCT in U.S. History & Government
College Physics
Wednesday AM, June 25
(8:15-11:15)
RCT in Writing
Wednesday PM, June 25
(12:15-3:15)
RCT in Mathematics
