Category: District
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Pinewood students get a surprise response from beloved author Jeff Kinney
Pinewood students in Katherine Daggett’s class took part in a letter-writing project last year, where they reached out to their favorite authors to share their admiration and ask questions about the writing process. Just recently, the class received responses from Jeff Kinney, author of the popular “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series. The students were…
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Therapy Dog Spotlight: Gracie
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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Mohonasen Awards for Media Arts taking place on May 15
The 8th Annual Mohonasen Awards for Media Arts (MAMAs) will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 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 theme for the night is Disney. Please RSVP by clicking here,…
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Therapy dogs bring comfort and connection to Mohonasen
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. The dogs, accompanied by trained handlers, visit…
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2025 Europe trip informational meeting
There will be an informational meeting for the March 2027 Europe trip on Tuesday, May 6, at 6 p.m. in the Center for Advanced Technology (CAT) building. Any student attending Mohonasen High School at that time is eligible to sign up. The group will be traveling to England and France. Registration for the meeting is…
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Winter sports athletes recognized by BOE
At the April 23 Board meeting, Athletic Director Matt Ronca highlighted the exceptional accomplishments of Mohon students and coaches during this past Winter sports season. Girls Bowling and Coach Fountain The team had an outstanding season, finishing undefeated in the Colonial Council with a 12-0 record, earning the title of Colonial Council Champions. They were…
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Transportation Employee of the Month: Mary Faulkner
The Transportation Department is happy to recognize Mary Faulkner as the Employee of the Month! Mary Faulkner is more than just a bus driver—she’s a gem in our school community. In just three years, she’s become an indispensable part of our team, always going the extra mile for both students and staff. Inside the building,…
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Draper receives new cameras thanks to the Mohonasen Foundation for Excellence
Draper students received new digital cameras and equipment thanks to a generous grant from the Mohonasen Foundation for Excellence. With recent updates to the cell phone policy, students needed a new way to participate in the photography unit created by art teacher Steve Blais, and these cameras are the perfect solution. They will help students…
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Kindergarten registration dates
Kindergarten registration packets have been mailed out to families of students in our database who are eligible to attend kindergarten next school year. If you did not receive a packet, you can find the information here. Important dates to remember: Call (518) 356.8401 for more information or email Bradt Principal Leslie Smith at lesmith@mohonasen.org.
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Draper’s 4th Annual Celebration of Cultures Day
Draper students participated in the annual Celebration of Cultures Day, sponsored by Draper’s Peers for Peace and No Place for Hate. The event celebrated the backgrounds and traditions 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…