What’s the climate like? Help us figure it out!

Each year, the Menands School invites parents and guardians to participate in the annual Climate Survey. This short survey is an important tool that helps us understand your experiences and perspectives. Your feedback plays a key role in shaping our planning and decisions for the upcoming school year, ensuring we continue to create a supportive, inclusive, …

Voters approve budget, Capital Project and library transfer

Menands residents approved on Tuesday a $12.9 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year. Voters also approved two separate propositions: a $6.67 million Capital Project and the transfer of the village library property to the Library Board of Trustees. Finally, voters approved the $306,423 annual village library budget by a vote of 153 to 21 …

Budget, Capital Project, library transfer on the ballot for Menands voters

Menands residents will go to the polls on Tuesday, May 20, to vote on a proposed $12.9 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year. In addition to the annual budget, voters will consider two separate propositions: a $6.67 million Capital Project and the transfer of the village library property to the Library Board of Trustees.  …

‘Glow Day’ shines a light on occupational therapy in schools

A recent event at the Menands School focused a bright light—and flashy—light on the work students put into their occupational and physical therapy treatments at the school. Using glow-in-the-dark balls, balloons and other equipment combined with a black light, the elementary school students completed several occupational and physical therapy tasks while having fun. “This was …

Multicultural celebration draws a crowd at Menands School

The annual Multicultural Night celebration at Menands School drew a crowd of students and parents to the campus. The May 9 event featured food, fun, dance, and musical performances, as well as information stations that reflect the broad and diverse community that Menands is, said Superintendent Jennifer Cannavo. More than 20 tables provided information on …

Budget newsletter being distributed; Proposal to go before voters on May 20

Menands residents will go to the polls on Tuesday, May 20 to vote on a proposed $12.9 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year.  In addition to the annual budget, voters will consider two separate propositions: A $6.67 million Capital Project and the transfer of the village library property to the Library Board of Trustees. …

New program helps Menands youth choose the right path

A new program in the Menands School is helping students choose the right path in life while addressing their social and emotional needs. Counselor Cheri VandenBerg launched the program in select grades last school year and expanded it to the entire school this year.  “The idea is to work with our students and grow their …

Two candidates are vying for two seats on the Board of Education

Two candidates are vying for two seats on the Menands Board of Education. Jason Hoffman and incumbent Patrick Semexant are seeking the two spots on the board. There is one four-year term on the board that commences on July 1, 2025, and expires on June 30, 2029. The second term is for the remaining balance …

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