James Niedermeier, Ed.D, was appointed Duanesburg superintendent of schools, effective July 1, 2020, by the DCS Board of Education at their April 7, 2020 meeting. Dr. Niedermeier extends the message below to all in the district. He also offers the following video message: April 8, 2020 Dear Duanesburg Central School District Community Member, I am …
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Duanesburg Jr./Sr. High School has been named a School of Distinction by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHAA) for achieving Scholar-Athlete status for all varsity teams. NYSPHAA’s Scholar-Athlete honors students and teams for excellence in their studies. To be named a Scholar-Athlete team, at least 75 percent of a roster must …
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Our buildings and grounds are closed to the public through May 15, per orders from the governor, due to the COVID-19/Coronavirus situation. Please be advised that this means both campuses are closed to all people except essential employees, including all buildings, playgrounds and athletic fields (track, baseball diamond, soccer fields, tennis courts, etc.). Thank you …
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The following message is being sent on April 17 to all parents and guardians. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced during his April 16 press briefing that New York state will remain “on pause” through May 15 to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. As part of this order, schools throughout the state will remain …
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Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on April 16 that schools and nonessential businesses will stay closed through May 15, due to the ongoing Covid-19/Coronavirus situation. Our teachers continue to lead instruction throughout the closure, and our food service continues to provide meals to all who need them. Requests may be made at any time by reaching …
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Congratulations to the 12 members of Duanesburg’s varsity wrestling team who’ve been named to the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) 2019-20 All-Star Team. First team selections include Austin Lints, Jeremy Rehberg, Shayne Chiofalo, Francis Milos III, Cadan Landauer, and Jacob Suits. Second team All-Stars include Scott Nicolella, Daniel Stealey, Mahmoud Esa, Sean Rickert, Tyler Lloyd, and …
Dear Parents or guardians, As you may know, Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently announced that schools in New York State will remain closed through April 29. It is clear that the governor’s announcement stipulated that all schools will continue to operate as they have and must use all snow days and vacation days in order to …
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Despite a disappointing senior year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the senior class at Duanesburg Jr/.Sr. High School voted to donate $4,000 of their senior fund to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York to help local people in need. Duanesburg Class of 2020 Treasurer Andrew Drescher and Student Council Vice President Paul Munson …
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The Duanesburg Board of Education informed district residents on Tuesday morning, April 7, that it would appoint Dr. James Niedermeier at that evening’s board meeting. The Board’s announcement, sent via email to all parents and guardians read as follows: Dear Community Members: We are pleased to announce that after a competitive search process, the Board …
During the period of school closures due to COVID -19, parents/guardians and minors can complete the appropriate application form and email to: mhundley@duanesburg.org. Fillable PDF versions of the AT-17 Application for Employment Certificate and AT-22 Application for Employment Permit can be accessed by clicking on the links. These forms allow digital signatures. Once received, Mrs. …
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