Category: District
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Dec. 11: Parent Session-Supporting Emotional Regulation in Neurodiverse Children
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at the University at Albany (CARD Albany) is offering a virtual parent session on Dec. 11, 2025, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. The session, titled Supporting Emotional Regulation in Neurodiverse Children: Considerations & Strategies for Setting Children Up for Success, is open to all Mohonasen families. While the holidays…
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Mohonasen team makes a splash at the Special Olympics Polar Plunge
On Saturday, Nov. 22, a group of Mohonasen students and staff, known as The Blinding Lights of Mohonasen, traveled to Lake George to participate in the annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge. The 40-member team arrived prepared to brave the icy waters in support of Special Olympics programs. In total, the team raised an impressive $4,443,…
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Free webinar series for Mohon parents, caregivers and faculty
The district is happy to announce our continued partnership with Building Better Futures to bring you a webinar series throughout the 2025–2026 school year. These webinars are designed to empower parents, caregivers and faculty members with practical information, effective strategies and meaningful connections to help navigate the challenges of raising children in today’s world. Details for…
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Academic Excellence Letter Awards
On Wednesday, Nov. 12, the district proudly recognized students who earned the Academic Excellence Letter Award for the previous school year. This award is presented to students who demonstrated exceptional academic achievement by earning a 90 or above average in at least three of the four marking periods. This standard reflects a high level of…
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Ms. McGuire’s class honors veterans with acts of kindness
Ms. McGuire’s second-grade class showed their gratitude for those who serve by creating toiletry kits for patients at the Albany VA. The students also prepared a special care package to send to a classmate’s uncle, currently stationed in Japan. Each student decorated the bags with heartfelt drawings and messages, adding a personal touch to every…
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Draper’s Field of Flags
Draper students, under the guidance of social studies teacher Mark DiCocco, planted American flags outside the front entrance of the school. Each flag symbolizes support earned through their recent fundraiser for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Thanks to the generosity of the Rotterdam community, the school raised nearly $1,250, enough to earn and display 120…
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Mohon Masque presents, “Puffs”
Mohon Masque is excited to present its fall production of “Puffs”. Join us on Thursday, Nov. 13, Friday, Nov. 14, or Saturday, Nov. 15. All shows begin at 7 p.m. Performances will take place in the Black Box Theater in the CAT building. Tickets need to be purchased online ahead of time. Visit the Mohon Masque…
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Family resources for Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday life. Across grades K–12, Mohonasen is helping students learn how to use AI safely, ethically and effectively as part of our district’s commitment to digital literacy and innovation. Students in grades 6–12 have access to approved AI tools such as Google Gemini, Google Notebook LM and Brisk Teaching,…
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Nov. 13: Neuropsychological issues affecting children with autism in daily life
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at the University at Albany is hosting a webinar session on Thursday, November 13, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., presented by Paula Zuffante, Ph.D., ABPP-CN. This webinar is offered through Zoom. Neuropsychological Issues Affecting Children with Autism in Daily Life This seminar will explore how neuropsychological factors influence the…
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ParentSquare App
Mohonasen families, if you haven’t already, please download the ParentSquare app to stay informed. Click here to download We encourage all families to download the ParentSquare app to stay up-to-date and easily communicate with the school. ParentSquare is our main platform for sharing important updates, announcements and event information.