Category: Archive
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Lake George Polar Plunge Sign Up!
Each year, our community comes together for the Lake George Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics New York, raising funds that empower more than 4,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities in the Capital Region. Thanks to your incredible efforts last year, these athletes had the opportunity to train, compete, and show the world what inclusion truly looks…
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Lake George Students “Lit Up” About Reading with New Library Program
There’s a new way for students at Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School to get excited about reading, and it’s catching on fast. The school library recently launched “Lit Boxes,” a monthly subscription-style reading program designed for students in grades seven through nine. Each month features a new theme, and the first 20 students to sign…
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Seventh Graders Cook Up Real-Life Math Lessons
Seventh-grade students at Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School recently took their math skills into the kitchen, at least on paper. Under the guidance of math teacher Ryan Seymour, students worked on fractions through a creative, hands-on “recipe” activity designed to make math both practical and fun. Students began by finding a recipe online that included…
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Student Author and Illustrator Publishes First Book at Lake George High School
Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School senior Aazrum Tarar has transformed her drive to educate and raise awareness into a published achievement. What began as an independent study project during her sophomore year has grown into a fully illustrated and published children’s book, written and designed entirely by her. As a sophomore, Tarar began writing and…
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Lake George Students Step Into New Roles on Board of Education
Lake George Central School District students Annie Fish and Elizabeth Pape are making history this year as the district’s first-ever student members of the Board of Education. Their appointments follow a new state law that took effect on July 1 requiring all New York school districts to include at least one student representative on their…
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Lake George Central School District Receives National Banner School Recognition
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® has announced that Lake George Central School District is receiving National Banner School recognition for its outstanding commitment to inclusion. This honor recognizes schools that have met 10 national standards of excellence in the areas of inclusion, advocacy, and respect. Lake George Central School District is being celebrated for creating…
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Lake George Elementary’s Newest Page-Turner: A Book Vending Machine
On September 12, 2025, students officially unveiled their project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, joined by members of the community who helped make the machine possible. The event not only celebrated the machine itself but also highlighted the power of student initiative and community partnership. At LGES innovation isn’t just encouraged; it’s a way of life,…
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Strong Starts Begin with Strong Relationships at Lake George Central School District
At Lake George CSD , the first few weeks of the school year are about more than just reviewing curriculum and diving into academics, they are about building the strong relationships that make teaching and learning possible. Before students even step into classrooms, the district prioritizes connection and comfort. Both the Elementary School and the…
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Lake George Jr.-Sr. High ranked #1 in the Glens Falls, NY Metro Area
U.S. News reviewed public schools in all 50 states for the 2025-2026 Best High Schools rankings, which includes rankings for 18,000 eligible schools. Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School ranked #1 in the Glens Falls, NY Metro Area out of the 19 area high schools. In New York State, our District was the #105 out of…
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Proposed Amendment to the 2025 – 2026 District-Wide School Safety Plan
Considering the recent enactment of Desha’s Law (S.5539A/A.785A), which will take effect on September 1, 2025, we recommend amending the district’s adopted 2025–2026 District-Wide School Safety Plan to ensure compliance with the new statutory requirements. To achieve this, an amendment should be submitted to the Board of Education and made available for a 30-day public…