Month: May 2025
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Grade 5 Capital Zone Student Leadership Award recipients
Congratulations to the 2024–2025 Grade 5 NYS Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYS AHPERD) Capital Zone Student Leadership Award winners! These students were selected by their physical education teachers and recognized for their outstanding leadership, effort, and positive attitude—not only in PE class but also in the classroom. We are proud of…
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Senior student-athlete signing day
Fifteen Mohonasen student-athletes have signed letters of intent to join collegiate athletic programs. Congratulations and good luck to the following seniors — we are Mohon proud! Following the signing, students from the high school media class are interviewing some of the student-athletes. The interviews will air during the morning announcements.
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April Draper Students of the Month
Draper has announced its April Students of the Month. This month, students were recognized for showcasing authenticity. Congratulations to all of the honorees for their outstanding achievement!
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K-12 Art Show: A celebration of creativity
The 2025 District Art Show was a vibrant showcase of student talent, featuring drawings, paintings, sculptures and digital art. Congratulations to all the student artists and the dedicated teachers who inspired and guided them. This K–12 exhibit highlighted the imagination and hard work of students across all grade levels, offering a dynamic display of creativity…
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MHS students shine at SUNY Schenectady Entrepreneurship Competition
On Tuesday, May 20, Mohonasen students enrolled in the MHS entrepreneurship course competed with students from Schenectady High School at SUNY Schenectady in a business pitch competition. A total of 47 student-run businesses were presented to a panel of 20 judges in a two-round format. In the first round, students pitched their business ideas one-on-one…
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Therapy Dog Spotlight: Harper
At Mohonasen, therapy dogs have become a comforting and familiar presence for students and staff alike. With more than 10 certified therapy dogs visiting regularly across all grade levels, the district has embraced these furry companions as part of its commitment to student wellness and mental health support. To help everyone get to know these…
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8th Annual Mohonasen Awards for Media Arts (MAMAs)
The 8th Annual Mohonasen Awards for Media Arts were recently held at the Rotterdam Square Cinema. The MAMAs celebrate the achievements of media arts students and showcase the creativity they’ve demonstrated throughout the school year. The evening featured a red-carpet entrance, film screenings and award presentations—all in a professional cinema setting that made the night…
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Music program receives national recognition
Mohonasen received the 2025 Best Communities for Music Education designation from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. This is the district’s eighth time receiving the award. The Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education…
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Voters approve school budget and buses; Lanaro and McFarland elected to the Board of Education
On May 20, Mohonasen voters approved a $71.1 million proposed budget for the 2025-26 school year by a vote of 826 (yes) to 378 (no). The budget carries a 5.7% increase in spending over the current year’s budget and will result in a 2.6% tax levy increase, which is within the district’s tax levy limit. …
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Summer enrichment for incoming grades 2-4 & 6-12
Exciting summer learning opportunities are available for students entering grades 2–4 and 6–12. Registration for all summer programs will be done online at https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/mohonasen-central-school-district-academic-programs Enrollment is first-come, first-served, with priority given to Mohonasen residents. Please note that classes may be cancelled if the minimum enrollment is not met. Some classes offered: