Board of Education Seeks Candidates to Fill Board vacancy

Appointment for a Vacated Board Seat Beginning September 2024 through May 20, 2025. The Menands Union Free School District Board of Education seeks to fill a vacancy on the Board for the seat previously held by Mashal Shaikh, who recently resigned effective June 30, 2025. New York State law allows school boards to fill such …

In Memory of Kindergarten Teacher, Mrs. Maldonado

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of one of our beloved kindergarten teachers, Mrs. Maldonado, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, students, and colleagues during this difficult time. She was a dedicated educator who touched the lives of so many …

Campus Closed to Public During Construction

The Menands School campus is closed to the public due to the construction that is taking place this Summer. This means that no public access is available to any part of our property, including the tennis courts, the basketball court, playgrounds, or the soccer field. Visitors to campus must do so by appointment and call …

Half Days for June 18 and 20 Due to Extreme Heat

MONDAY, JUNE 17, 2024 In anticipation of extreme heat this week and its impact on health and safety in schools, Menands School will have half days for grades PreK-8 on Tuesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 20. Schools are closed on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth and there is already a half day …

Featured 8th Grader of the day!

For the final stretch of the school year we will be featuring an 8th grader every day! Today’s 8th grader is: Nana Yaa Dako How many years at Menands: 7 years What high school will you be attending: Shaker High Favorite event/activity and why: Multicultural fair-because there was food from different cultures Favorite class: Social …

SCHOOL BUDGET APPROVED BY VOTERS!

The Menands Union Free School District would like to thank the community for their overwhelming support of the 2024-2025 school budget. The budget passed with 88% voter approval.  Voting closed at 8 PM with 154 yes votes and 21 no votes. Courtney Jaskula has been reelected to a four-year term with 153 votes as a …

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