Category: Lake George Elementary News
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Lake George Elementary Celebrates First Student Authors
What began as a small lunch-time writing club at Lake George Elementary School turned into a historic milestone as four students celebrated becoming the school’s first published student authors. The project began earlier this school year when students started sharing story ideas and an interest in writing. What started as a small lunch-time writing club…
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Local Teachers Turn Lake George Memories into a Story for All
Dozens of families, educators, and community members filled the Lake George Caldwell Library on Saturday, May 18, not just for a book launch, but for a celebration of everything that makes Lake George feel like home. The ABC’s of Lake George isn’t your typical children’s book. It’s a letter to a community, dreamed up over…
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Lake George CSD Celebrates Principal James Conway as NYS Elementary School Principal of the Year
The Lake George Central School District is proud to celebrate Lake George Elementary School Principal James Conway, who has been named the 2026 New York State Elementary School Principal of the Year by the School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS) and the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). This prestigious recognition comes…
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Lake George CSD Welcomes Students from Saga City, Japan for Cultural Exchange
On Thursday, March 26, Lake George Central School District proudly welcomed 19 students from Saga City, Japan, along with five chaperones, for a weeklong cultural exchange that continues a tradition spanning more than 35 years. From the moment they arrived, students were eager to connect, building friendships, sharing experiences, and learning about one another’s cultures.…
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From Classroom to Confidence- Presentation Pals Connects Students Across Grades
What happens when high school leaders team up with elementary students? You get Presentation Pals, a fun, engaging initiative through FBLA that’s building confidence, creativity, and communication skills across grade levels. At Lake George Jr.-Sr. High School, FBLA members have taken on the role of mentors, guiding LGES students through the art of creating and…
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Elementary School Principal Hiring Update
We wanted to take a moment to update you on the progress of our Lake George Elementary School principal search and to thank the many families who took the time to complete our stakeholder survey. We truly appreciate you sharing your thoughts about the qualities and priorities that matter most for the next leader of…
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Lake George Elementary School Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten Round-Up
Lake George Elementary School will be holding Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten Round-up from April 27-April 28, 2026. Registration for new Pre-Kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year will take place on Monday, April 27. Children who will be four years old on or before December 1, 2026 and live in the Lake George School District are…
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Lake George Elementary School Seeks Its Next Principal
The Lake George Central School District is inviting qualified and visionary educational leaders to apply for the position of Elementary Principal at Lake George Elementary School. Lake George Elementary is a high-performing Pre-K–6 school serving approximately 300 students and consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in the Northern Capital District. Recognized as a 2024…
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LGES: A School Where Winter Moves
At Lake George Elementary School, winter isn’t something to endure, it’s something to embrace. One of the school’s most unique offerings is its cross-country skiing program, an experience that connects students directly to the outdoors while building lifelong habits of physical activity, confidence, and appreciation for their local environment. Set in a true four-season community,…
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Lake George Elementary Principal Conway Announces Retirement After 36 Years in Education
After devoting more than three decades to public education, James Conway, Principal of Lake George Elementary School, has announced that he plans to retire at the end of the 2025–2026 school year, closing a 36-year career marked by steady leadership and a deep commitment to students and schools. Mr. Conway began his career in education…
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