Celebrating Success: MCS Athletes Recognized for Outstanding Fall Achievements

MCS student-athletes at the modified, JV, and varsity levels have been honored for their achievements during the fall season. During a ceremony on Nov. 9, members of the golf, soccer and volleyball teams were presented with awards. Athletics Director Gregg Johns says, “We’re very proud of our student-athletes both on and off the fields this …

Calling All Innovators: Join us for an Odyssey of the Mind Info Session

MCS is preparing for a new season of Odyssey of the Mind and is looking for team members, coaches and judges. K-12 students are eligible to join our teams. An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 7 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. Participation in the program offers several core benefits. …

Students Dive into Learning with Traveling STEAM Museum

Students at Middleburgh Elementary School had a unique learning opportunity on Nov. 14 when a museum came to them. The Traveling STEAM Museum gave students hands-on opportunities to learn about science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics with learning stations on biology, building, chemistry, optics, 3D printing and virtual reality. Mobile Ed Productions presenter Peter Betti …

Tradition Continues: Tribute to Veterans

Continuing a tradition that brings students and community members together to pay tribute to those who have served our country, a Veterans Day celebration was held on Nov. 9 at Middleburgh Elementary School. Interim Principal Gloria Savino said, “Our ultimate goals are to honor our veterans with the dignity and respect they deserve and to …

Ready, Set, Ski! Dec. 1 Cutoff for Ski Club Package

The MCS Ski Club is excited to announce plans for the upcoming season. Students in grades 4-12 may participate on Friday evenings at Catamount Ski Resorts. The four-week program, offered at a discounted rate, includes transportation. The tentative dates for the trips are: Jan. 26, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, Feb. 23 Skiing and snowboarding will begin …

Meet the New Physical Education and Health Teacher: Adam Baker

Adam Baker is one of the newest physical education and health teachers to join our team at Middleburgh Central Schools.  No stranger to the Schoharie Valley, Mr. Baker lives nearby in Worcester, NY with his family. He received a bachelors degree in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland and went on to earn his masters degree …

MCS Senior Ashley Moorhead Part of Capital Region BOCES Team Working on SCSD Project

Capital Region BOCES students, including MCS senior Ashley Moorhead, are gaining workplace experience working on the Schoharie Central School District’s capital project. Students in the Heavy Equipment Operation, Maintenance & Repair program are spending several days each week operating equipment while assisting with the $25.9 million project. The project makes significant renovations to the elementary …

Level up! Game Room provides new opportunities for students to connect.

The Game Room at MCS Jr./Sr. High is drawing a crowd again this year, fulfilling its mission to provide an option for students to have fun and socialize. What started as a space for an after-school club has evolved into a lunchtime hot spot too. Game Club co-advisor Paul Pierce says the investment in gaming …

Celebrating Musical Achievement: Sophomore Set to Perform at Area All-State Band Festival

Matthew Quinn has been accepted to the Zone 8 Area All-State Band. The sophomore, who is a member of the High School Band and Jazz Band, was selected based on his band teacher Sarah Tomic’s recommendation and his outstanding NYSSMA score on a level 6 solo.  Matthew also studies privately with Katherine Hudson-Sabens. Tomic says …

Field Trip to Manhattan Landmarks Expands Learning for Global History Students

  On Wednesday, Oct. 25, a group of Global History II sophomores traveled to Manhattan to explore the American Museum of Natural History, Hayden Planetarium, and Central Park. “I learned a lot about the possibilities that lie beyond Earth,” shared one student. A takeaway for another student involved the complexities of prehistoric life, commenting on …

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