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DCS Proposes Tax-Neutral $6.9 Million Capital Project for December 16 Vote

Guided Facility Tour and Public Hearing set for December 2 The Duanesburg Central School District is proposing a tax-neutral $6.9 million capital project that will go before voters in a community referendum on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Voting will take place from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Library Media Center at the Jr.-Sr. High …

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Hands-On Science: DCS Students Explore the Mohawk River Ecosystem for Statewide Study

DCS students in UHS Environmental and AP Biology classes recently had the opportunity to participate in “A Day in the Life of the Mohawk River Watershed” event with Mrs. Hoffman and Mrs. Hildenbrandt. As part of the event, students from across New York state collect scientific information to create snapshots of the river at dozens …

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Shedina Takes the Leap from Classroom Teacher to Dean of Students

Longtime DCS English teacher Ms. Kendra Shedina has taken on a new role at Duanesburg Jr.-Sr. High School this year as the Dean of Students for grades 6–12. In this position, she will work closely with Principal Jodi Marvin to support student success, foster a positive school climate, and help align academic and behavioral expectations …

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DCS welcomes new teaching staff at Jr.-Sr. High School

DCS is happy to introduce the greater Duanesburg community to our four new teaching staff members at Duanesburg Jr.-Sr. High School. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to these talented educators—we’re thrilled to have them on board and look forward to a fantastic school year ahead. Haley Wanser – HS library media specialist …

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DCS to Livestream Athletic Events from DES Field & HS Gym on HUDL

DCS is excited to announce that athletic events at all levels—Modified, JV, and Varsity—held at the DES track/soccer field and the high school gymnasium will be livestreamed this year on HUDL. HUDL is completely free and does not require a subscription. In addition to live broadcasts, games will also be available for on-demand viewing if …

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Lowry & Bailey appointed as student members of the DCS Board; Rickert selected to represent CTE

DCS junior Ari Lowry and senior Santino Bailey have been appointed as the district’s ex officio student members of the Board of Education and will be officially sworn in on October 7, 2025. Additionally, Duanesburg senior Genna Rickert, who attends CTE at BOCES’ Schoharie campus, has been selected as an ex officio student member of …

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Spor, Bloomstein & James Inducted into DCS’ Hall Of Fame, Class of 2025

On September 10, 2025, DCS Board of Education President Melissa Them Peterson hosted an induction ceremony to honor three outstanding individuals who were formally inducted into the Duanesburg Central School District Hall of Fame. This year’s honorees—Mr. Francis Spor, Ms. Margot Bloomstein, and Mr. John James—are all distinguished alumni of DCS. Prior to the ceremony, …

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New DCS Staff Members Join Superintendent Ross for Orientation

New staff members joined Superintendent Kim Ross for a full day of orientation on Tuesday, August 26, getting to know each other and learning what makes DCS such a special place. A highlight of the day? A guided bus tour of our amazing community—led by none other than former DCS teacher and current Board of …

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Where Everybody Belongs: DCS deploys WEB Program for incoming sixth grade students

With DCS sixth grade students making the move up to the Junior-Senior High School building this year, the district is taking extra measures to make sure the transition is as smooth as possible. HS math teacher Kristina Crane and HS English teacher Laura Hopkins are launching the WEB Program (Where Everybody Belongs), with the support …

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Meet the New Principal & Classroom Teachers at Duanesburg Elementary!

The new school year is almost here, and homeroom assignments for students in PK through fifth grade are being released soon! As we get ready to welcome our students back, we’re also excited to introduce some NEW faces joining the team at Duanesburg Elementary School! Please join us in giving them a warm welcome. The …

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