Category: Archive


  • 17th Annual K-8 Empire State Plaza Art Collection Exhibition

    Mohonasen students from Bradt to Draper were featured in the March Empire State Plaza Exhibition. The exhibit, held each year during National Youth Art Month, features work from students across the Capital Region. Students interpret the Empire State Plaza and its public art through their own unique artistic styles. Below is a video from Draper…


  • MHS National Honor Society Induction

    Congratulations to the newest inductees of the Mohonasen High School National Honor Society. These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character, earning a place in this prestigious organization. NHS membership is a testament to their hard work and dedication, both in academics and in making a positive impact on our school and…


  • Student-led boX Challenge brings anti-bias movement to schools across the Capital Region

    What started as a student project has grown into a region-wide movement. The boX Challenge, founded by MHS junior Michael Collura, is calling on schools across the Capital Region to join a campaign encouraging students to reject the labels society places on them, and to replace those labels with something far more powerful, their own…


  • Draper’s 5th Annual Celebration of Cultures Day

    Draper students participated in the annual Celebration of Cultures Day, sponsored by Draper’s Community Club. The event celebrated the backgrounds that make the Draper community, giving students a platform to proudly share their heritage with classmates and staff. In preparation for the day, students created informative posters highlighting interesting facts about their cultures, covering topics…


  • Board adopts the 2026-2027 school budget

    The Mohonasen Board of Education has adopted a proposed $77.3 million budget for the 2026-27 school year. The spending plan includes a tax levy increase of 3.2%, which falls within the district’s state-mandated limit. Because the levy does not exceed the cap, the budget requires only a simple majority for voter approval. Mohonasen residents are…


  • A day built for Mohonasen educators

    The 2026 Professional Development Day brought together teachers across the district for a day of learning, connection and growth. The Mohonasen Professional Development Committee curated a catalog of over 20 workshops across three core categories: instructional practices, instructional technology and health and wellness. Every session was thoughtfully tied to the Portrait of a Mohonasen Graduate, a framework…


  • Girls place second at state bowling championship

    The girls’ bowling team finished as the Division 1 runner-up at the NYSPHSAA Bowling Championships this past Sunday at AMF Syracuse Lanes. Mohonasen finished the competition with 5,501 pins, trailing first-place East Islip (5,637 pins). Individual Results The team was led by Kianna Macapinlac, who earned the second-highest individual score of the tournament (1,254). Olivia…


  • Feb. Draper Students of the Month

    Draper has announced its Students of the Month. This month, students were recognized for showcasing a growth mindset. Congratulations to all of the honorees for their outstanding achievement!


  • Digital Athletic Hall of Fame

    Check out the new Digital Mohonasen Athletic Hall of Fame. This is a dedicated space that celebrates the outstanding athletes, coaches, teams and contributors who have made a lasting impact on Mohonasen athletics. Special thanks to David M. Naseman and the Mohonasen Foundation for Excellence for their contributions. Let’s celebrate the rich tradition and remarkable…


  • Summer Driver Education registration is open

    Mohonasen will be offering a Summer 2026 Driver Education Program. The program will run from July 6, 2026 to August 14, 2026. Registrants must have a driver’s permit before July 6. You can register here. Limited spots are available. The program is offered to students outside the district. Some benefits of completing a Driver Education program include: …