Who Can Vote? | Absentee and Early Mail Ballots | Board Elections | Budget Resources | Opportunities and Accomplishments | General Resources | Financial Resources
Who Can Vote?
To vote in this election, you must be 18 years old, a U.S. citizen and a resident of the Lake George Central School District for at least 30 days prior to the vote and registered with Warren County Board of Elections. You will need to provide photo ID on the day of the vote.
Absentee & Early Mail Ballots
For district residents who are unable to vote in person on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, absentee and early mail-in ballots for the budget vote, and election of three school board members are available. Applications for absentee and early mail in ballots are available online by clicking on the name of the application, or can be picked up in the Superintendent’s Office. The application must be received in the district clerk’s office at least 7 days before the vote if the ballot is mailed, or the day before the vote if the voter is going to pick up the ballot in person.
Once you receive your ballot, carefully read and follow the directions for filling out the ballot. Be sure to fill out the front of the envelope. Then, sign and date the envelope where indicated. If your envelope is unsigned, and the front is not filled out, your vote cannot be legally counted.
For more information, contact the school district clerk located in the Superintendent’s Office at the Jr.-Sr. High School at (518) 668 – 5456, ext. 1207.
Board Elections
Voters will elect candidates to fill three open seats on the Board of Education. Board members are elected at large; the three (3) persons receiving the highest number of votes will be declared elected to the Board of Education for full three-year terms.
Mr. Mike Fish currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Client Success at Pilr Health, where he leads a team dedicated to supporting clients across the country. Prior to this role, he spent nearly 20 years as a Regional Manager for Hannaford Pharmacy. Mike graduated from Albany College of Pharmacy in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy and has accumulated over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
In addition to his professional work, Mike volunteers for various local charitable organizations, including Open Door, Operation Santa Claus, and Double H Ranch. He is a strong advocate for educational programs, fundraising initiatives, and community-building activities.
Mike has been married to his wife, Bri, for 18 years, and they have three daughters who attend Lake George Central School District: Annie (Class of 2027), Clara (Class of 2029), and Lillian (Class of 2031). In his spare time, Mike enjoys attending his daughters’ sporting events and music concerts, grilling for his family, and reading. He is also an avid follower of the New York Mets and the Chicago Bears.
Ms. Maryanne MacKenzie is a licensed physical therapist. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from St. Lawrence University and a Bachelor of Science degree in physical therapy from SUNY Health Science Center in Syracuse.
Ms. MacKenzie was elected to the Lake George CSD Board of Education in 2019. In addition to being Board Vice President, she is Chair of the Policy Committee and serves on the Board Development Committee and Curriculum committees.
Ms. MacKenzie and her husband, Mark Weidner, have two children who graduated from Lake George CSD – Gabriella, Class of 2019, and Freddy, Class of 2021, as well as two dogs, and a cat. She is an outdoor enthusiast who likes to travel and hike mountains. She has run several marathons and is an Adirondack 46er. She also enjoys poetry and crossword puzzles.
Mr. Mario Fasulo is currently the district manager for Stewart’s Shops, with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He attended Johnson & Wales University where he studied culinary arts.
Mr. Fasulo was elected to the Lake George CSD Board of Education in 2022. He serves as chair of the Audit and Finance Committee, and also serves on the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
Mr. Fasulo and his wife, Carol, have been married for 21 years, and have three children, all Lake George students – Vincenzia, Class of 2021; Gianna, Class of 2023; and Alessandria, Class of 2025. He enjoys cooking with his family, reading, and entertaining friends.
Budget Resources
These resources were created by our Business Administrator, Bonnie Hart. In an effort to provide fiscal transparency and public engagement you’ll find resources carefully selected to provide valuable insight and education on topics that may not be covered in our budget newsletter but are nonetheless essential for understanding our organization’s financial landscape. We invite you to explore these materials at your leisure, and should you have any inquiries or require further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
- View the Proposed 2025-26 Non-Instructional Budget Presentation
- View the Proposed 2025-26 Instructional Budget Presentation
- View the Proposed 2025-26 Undistributed Budget and Estimated Revenues
- View the Proposed 2025-26 Budget Book
- View the 2025-26 Budget Hearing Presentation
- Budget Newsletter
Opportunities and Accomplishments
This section is dedicated to showcasing the myriad opportunities beyond the classroom available to our students. Here you’ll discover a comprehensive array of resources aimed at enriching the educational journey of every student. These opportunities are carefully crafted to align with our educational vision, which prioritizes personalized learning experiences tailored to individual needs and interests. At Lake George, we take pride in being known as “a small school with big school opportunities,” and upon exploring the diverse range of experiences and successes our students have encountered, you’ll undoubtedly agree and celebrate the greatness.
General Resources
This section is dedicated to providing general resources and information to the community. Our aim is to ensure that our community stays informed and empowered on issues that matter. Whether you’re seeking guidance on the voting process or simply looking for general information to stay connected with our community, you’ll find it all here.
Financial Resource
School Tax Q&A : Our school taxes question and answer document provides concise explanations and clarifications on common inquiries related to school taxes.
Tax Rates: This document provides an overview and comparison of the tax rates of the Lake George Central School District