Month: May 2024
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Lake George Students Welcome Ballston Spa for School and Americade Tour
Students from the Lake George Central School District (LGCSD) hosted nine students from Ballston Spa Central School District for a day of school tours, camaraderie, and a taste of Americade. Six LGCSD students, who honed their leadership skills in a social skills class, served as guides, leading the Ballston Spa students on a tour of…
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May Staff Spotlight: Sandra Gunther
For Sandra Gunther, serving breakfast and lunch in the Lake George Elementary School cafeteria isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to bring smiles to the faces of students. Gunther, a resident of Lake George, who also saw two of her own children graduate from Lake George schools, has spent the past 24 years…
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LGHS Science Department Program Sparks Curiosity in Younger Students
During the 2023-2024 school year, Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School’s science department developed a program to introduce fifth and sixth graders to the high school’s science facilities and teachers. The program launched in October with a beekeeping activity, followed by chemistry experiments in December. January saw students tackle a forensics mystery, while March focused on…
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Lake George Central School District Community Passes 2024-25 Budget
On Tuesday, May 21, voters in Lake George Central School District passed a $25,467,399 budget proposal for the 2024-25 school year by a vote of 320-78. Under the approved budget, a 2.69% tax increase will maintain high-quality programming for Lake George students next year. “I have immense gratitude for our community’s unwavering commitment to education.…
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Lake George Central School District 2024-25 Proposed School Budget Vote and BOE Election
Dear Lake George Community Members, As we approach the upcoming budget vote, I want to take this opportunity to share the key priorities and initiatives that are reflected in our proposed 2024-25 budget. Our primary goal is to maintain the high-quality educational programs and services that our students and families have come to expect, while…
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LGHS 2024 Grades 7-12- End of School Year Calendar/ Final Exams/Regents Exams Schedule
Linked to this post are two calendars: 1- LGHS grades 7-12 End of the school year calendar2- Final exams/ Regents exams schedule Please carefully review these calendars and reach out to your teachers with any questions. These calendars will also be distributed to all students through their guide-rooms. **High School Regents Review Classes will be…
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Lake George Elementary School Named Grand Prize Winner in the 2023-2024 Read for RMHC Program
Lake George Elementary School has been named the grand prize winner in the 2023-2024 Read for RMHC program, a fundraising initiative benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). Throughout the month of March students at LGES participated in the community service program that combines the power of reading and helping families in need. Students raised funds…
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Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School Students Experience Totality
Students from Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School were able to experience the solar eclipse in full totality thanks to a collaboration with Minerva Central School District. While Lake George was in the 99.4% range for the solar eclipse, Minerva was in the range of totality. Students and staff were invited to spend the beautiful, sunny…
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LGES Library Thrives with Engaging Programs
Lake George Elementary School is creating a vibrant learning environment within its library, outside of school hours, thanks to the innovative programs spearheaded by librarian Bridget Crossman and library aide Renee Chance. This year, their efforts have resulted in outstanding student participation, with roughly 75% of each grade level actively engaging in the library’s after-school…
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Lake George Seniors take 2nd Place in Environmental Challenge at Envirothon
A team of seniors from Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School, led by science teacher Eric Rosenbrock, recently participated in the 31st Annual Warren/Hamilton County Envirothon, a competition that tests students’ knowledge of environmental science and natural resource management. Samuel Burns, Oliver Herrick, Brendan Battersea-Manna, and Everett McLarty put their skills to the test, competing against…