MEET THE CANDIDATES NIGHT |
Meet the Candidates Night will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm in the MS/HS Auditorium. This event is sponsored by the PTSA, and run by the Women's League of Voters Albany Region.
This year, voters will elect four (4) members to the Board of Education for the following vacancies:
- Two (2) three-year terms, beginning July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029, to fill the expired terms of Eric Herbstritt and Kelly Hubicki.
- Two (2) one-year terms, beginning May 20, 2026 to June 30, 2027, to fill the seats vacated by the resignations of James Goode Jr. and Angela Mauriello. These seats were temporarily filled by appointed members James Bucci and Karen Overbaugh, however, those appointments end on May 19, 2026.
Listed as they will appear on the ballot, as per required drawing are:
- James Bucci
- Kelly Hubicki
- Patrick Wynne
- Eric Herbstritt
- Karen Overbaugh
If you have a question for the candidates, please submit this form by Sunday, May 3, 2026. Please note, questions can not be specific to one candidate. Not all questions will be asked. Questions will be selected by the moderator.
For questions about this form, please contact Sierra Pizzola at pizzolas@greenvillecsd.org. |
SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH SURVEY |
The Board of Education has begun a search for a new Superintendent of Schools.
As community members, parents, staff, and students, we invite you to assist us in developing a profile of the ideal candidate. The survey questions ask you to rate how important various attributes or characteristics of the next Superintendent are to you.
This survey is completely anonymous - no emails, names, or IP addresses are collected. Gmail users may see their email address displayed at the top, however, this information is not captured by the survey. If you prefer, you can open the survey in a guest or incognito window.
After all responses are collected, we will summarize the data and use it to help us evaluate applicants.
Your input is greatly appreciated.
The survey will close on April 27, 2026.
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Universal Pre-K is a program that provides free pre-kindergarten classes for families who live in the Greenville Central School District. The UPK program is available to children who are 4 years old by December 1, 2026. All families are welcome to apply, regardless of income.
UPK classes are held five days a week for five hours daily, and follow the Greenville Central School District calendar. The UPK programs are located at the Greenville Elementary School and at the United Methodist Church Daycare in Norton Hill. Transportation is not provided by the school district.
The Universal Pre-K applications were mailed home earlier this week. If you have not received a copy, please contact Lynette Terrell at terrelll@greenvillecsd.org or 518-966-5070 x305.
Acceptance will be via a lottery after applications are received.
Families will be notified in writing of their acceptance to the UPK program. Upon acceptance into the UPK program, you will be required to complete the registration process with the Greenville Central School District Registrar. All enrollment offers are contingent on funding from the New York State Pre-K grant and the NYS Education Department.
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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
- Fitness Center Open, 6:00am - 7:30am
- ELA Assessments (Middle School)
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
- Fitness Center Open, 6:00am - 7:30am
- ELA Assessments (Middle School)
Thursday, April 30, 2026
- Fitness Center Open, 6:00am - 7:30am
- Spring Picture Day (Middle School)
Friday, May 1, 2026
- 5th Grade Musical, 7pm, ES Auditorium
Monday, May 4, 2026
- AP Exam (European History)
- IB Exam (History HL)
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
- Fitness Center Open, 6:00am - 7:30am
- IB Exams (History HL, Latin SL)
- Annual Budget Hearing, 6pm, MS/HS Auditorium
- PTSA Meet the Candidates Night, 7pm, MS/HS Auditorium
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
- Fitness Center Open, 6:00am - 7:30am
- IB Exam (Latin SL)
- Science Assessments (Grade 8), note date change
- Voter Registration, 3pm-7pm, District Office
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SUCCESSFUL SCIENCE NIGHT
Students in Grades 2-5 had the opportunity to attend Science Night on Wednesday, an evening dedicated to fun science activities run by the high school science club. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and attended!
READING, WRITING, AND SHARING
High school students in Mrs. Pecylak's Careers in Education class wrote and designed children's books and had the opportunity to read them to first-graders in Ms. Looney's class!
K-5 PAINT AND SIP EVENT
The Class of 2027 presents a "Paint & Sip" event for K-5 students and families. It is $15 per painter and will be held in the MS/HS Cafeteria. This is not a drop off event, all Ellis students must be accompanied by an adult.
Payment will be at the door upon entry. 1 drink and a bag of chips are included. In addition, other concession items will be for sale. Please register by May 5th to secure your spot. Questions? Contact Margaret Robertson at robertsonm@greenvillecsd.org
MEET LAUREN LEAVENS!
"My name is Lauren Leavens, and I am delighted to be joining the Ellis team as the substitute School Counselor while Jennifer Payne is away on maternity leave. I will be working with students and the community through June 8th to ensure they have consistent support for the remainder of the school year.
If you have any questions, concerns, or simply want to introduce yourself, please feel free to reach out. I can be reached via this email or by phone at (518) 966-5070 ext. 313.
I look forward to supporting your children and working with the Ellis community!"
BUY A YEARBOOK!
Yearbooks are on sale now for $25. Order a yearbook online today. The deadline to order is Friday, May 8, 2026. Questions? Contact Meagan Quinn (quinnm@greenvillecsd.org) or Taylor Cartelli (cartellit@greenvillecsd.org).
5TH GRADE PARENTS YEARBOOK CHECKLIST
- Email ONE baby photo of your child by May 1. Please rename the photo with your child's first and last name and email it to submit+2134644@edophotos.com.
- Submit an advertisement to send your 5th grader off to middle school with words of wisdom or support. Create an account to pay for and submit your ad online by May 1st. A 1/8th page ad is $10. A personal boost ad (approx. 3 lines of text) is $5.
- Purchase a yearbook online by May 8, 2026.
SPARTAN STORE OPEN
The Spartan Store is open! Any student can stop by the store on their grade's designated weekday to purchase items of their choice. Most items range from $.25 to $3 and include things like fidgets, squishy toys, small toys, pens, etc. As items sell out, inventory will change. In addition, they will be selling Spartan Strong t-shirts (maroon or black) for $10 each.
Here's the schedule:
Mondays 8:10-8:25 - Grades 2 and 4
Wednesdays 8:10-8:25 - Grades 1 and 5
Fridays 8:10-8:25 - Grades K and 3
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Monday: Hot dog or chili dog with tater tots
Tuesday: Stuffed crust pizza with carrot sticks
Wednesday: Chicken tenders with corn
Thursday: Grilled cheese with green beans
Friday: Cheese or pepperoni pizza with carrots |
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CAREER DAY
Middle and high school students participated in Greenville's 13th Annual Career Day this week. Students had three opportunities to attend career sessions where they listened to experts from a variety of industries, discovered exciting careers, and learned what to expect when they enter the workforce. A big thank you to Mrs. Fritze and Mr. Berkshire for organizing more than 40 career presentations for students to learn from!
STEM EXPO SCIENCE FAIR
Students in Mr. Hutchins' Science classes participated in a STEM Expo this week, where they showcased their knowledge of science, research, and experimentation to their families and friends!
EARTH DAY IN SPANISH CLASS
Students in Mr. Pinder's Spanish classes learned about ways to recycle, reduce, and reuse resources to make our communities cleaner and healthier. The students completed a series of activities and a craft in Spanish to practice and build upon their vocabulary, while integrating some science and a little activism. The lesson prompted students to identify objects and actions that impact the environment and the things we can all do to make the world a better place. The whole lesson was completed in Spanish, and all paper used was recycled at the end of the lesson.
NYS ASSESSMENTS
New York State Assessments for grades 6-8 will take place as follows:
- ELA: April 28 and 29
- Science (8th Grade Only): May 6 *note the change from the printed calendar.
- Math: May 12 and 13
SPRING PICTURE DAY
Spring Picture Day is Thursday, April 30, 2026. Only students interested will be photographed. Please visit this website and enter code NY07636-S26 to order photos online. The site closes 48 hours after picture day. Post picture day ordering is available once the proof sheet is emailed home. These orders include an additional shipping fee and are mailed directly to your home address. Questions? Please contact Upstate Images Customer Service at 1-855-773-3321 (M-F from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm).
HAIKU CONTEST
To celebrate poetry month, the Library Media Center is sponsoring a Haiku Contest. The deadline is Friday, April 24 at 3pm. All entries should be emailed to Ms. Conley. Each student can submit up to 3 Haikus. Haikus will be voted on by teachers. The 3 winners with the most votes in both the MS & HS (6 winners total) will win a snack pack (including candy, chips, cookies, gum & more). A haiku has three lines (Line 1, 5 syllables. Line 2, 7 syllables. Line 3, 5 syllables). Check out example haikus online.
Tips for writing a Haiku:
- Imagine an experience that left a strong impression on you.
- Think of someone important to you or a special memory.
- Brainstorm adjectives.
- Write in a quiet space.
- REMEMBER: Haikus are about being creative. Have fun!
ORDER A YEARBOOK
The deadline to order a middle school yearbook is May 1. You can order online!
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Monday: Hot dog with tater tots
Tuesday: Stuffed crust pizza with carrots
Wednesday: Pesto chicken or hummus veggie wrap with sweet potatoes
Thursday: Meatballs with broccoli and a garlic knot
Friday: Cheese or pepperoni pizza with carrots |
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PROM TICKETS
Juniors and Seniors who want to attend prom MUST buy tickets BEFORE the end of next week! Tickets are $85 for singles and $160 for couples. Please buy sooner rather than later! Countdown is 8 DAYS! Prom will be on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 6pm-10pm at Birch Hill in Castleton. The theme is "Midnight Lights." Coronation will be at 4pm in the HS Auditorium. Questions? Contact Margaret Robertson at robertsonm@greenvillecsd.org
CDYMCA OUTSTANDING STUDENT AND EDUCATOR AWARDS
On Wednesday, sophomores Chloe Uht and Madolyn Kenna, along with Teaching Assistant Julie Woodhull, were recognized as outstanding students and educators. Learn more about each recipient on our website. Congratulations to all!
CAREER DAY
Middle and high school students participated in Greenville's 13th Annual Career Day this week. Students had three opportunities to attend career sessions where they listened to experts from a variety of industries, discovered exciting careers, and learned what to expect when they enter the workforce. A big thank you to Mrs. Fritze and Mr. Berkshire for organizing more than 40 career presentations for students to learn from!
READING, WRITING, AND SHARING
Students in Mrs. Pecylak's Careers in Education class wrote and designed children's books and had the opportunity to read them to first-graders in Ms. Looney's class!
THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME
Spring Break brought the trip of a lifetime for 12 upper-level Latin students! The group began in Athens, visiting the Acropolis Complex and the Parthenon. Then, they traveled to the Ancient Oracle at Delphi in the mountains of Central Greece.
Making their way to Italy on an overnight ferry, they toured the ancient, well-preserved City of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. They made their way to Rome, the Eternal City, where they visited many sites familiar from their study of the ancient world: the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Pantheon, as well as the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica.
It was a jam-packed seven days that the group will remember forever! A special thank you to Kelsey Mayo, the MS/HS Latin Teacher, for organizing this incredible experience for our students, and to Faith Bowers and Nicole Childs for chaperoning. The group would also like to thank the Board of Education and the Greenville Educational Fund for their support of this very special trip.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Charlotte Dawson represented Greenville at the NYSPHSAA Student Leadership Conference last week...way to go Charlotte!
JUNIOR CLASS HOFFMAN CAR WASH SALE
Need a car wash? The junior class is partnering with Hoffman Car Wash to raise money. Simply purchase an interior or exterior wash online and redeem at any Hoffman's location. 50% of the proceeds are donated back to the Junior Class. To order, just visit hoffmancarwash.com and under "Practice Kindness" select "Helping Hands." Choose "Find Existing Campaign" and search "Greenville" in the search bar. The fundraiser ends June 26, 2026.
3 DAYS LEFT IN THE SOPHOMORE CLASS POPCORN FUNDRAISER
Support the Class of 2028's prom and senior trip! Order any type of popcorn you can imagine: caramel, cheddar, chocolate, kettle corn, cinnamon toast, dill pickle (yes, really!, and more! Placing an order is easy, visit the website, select your items, and check out. You have the option to ship the items to yourself or to the school for student delivery. During checkout, please indicate the student you are supporting.
SENIORS - CAPS & GOWNS
Graduation cap and gown measurements and payment are due next week. The sooner the better! Please send in cash or check (made out to Class of 2026) to the HS office. It is $27. We can measure students in the HS office if needed.
FIRST RESPONDERS BREAKFAST
The Greenville High School Student Council invites First Responders to their annual First Responders Breakfast on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9am in the MS/HS Library Media Center. Please RSVP to Kelly Thompson (thompsonke@greenvillecsd.org) by May 16th.
HAIKU CONTEST
To celebrate poetry month, the Library Media Center is sponsoring a Haiku Contest. The deadline is Friday, April 24 at 3pm. All entries should be emailed to Ms. Conley. Each student can submit up to 3 Haikus. Haikus will be voted on by teachers. The 3 winners with the most votes in both the MS & HS (6 winners total) will win a snack pack (including candy, chips, cookies, gum & more). A haiku has three lines (Line 1, 5 syllables. Line 2, 7 syllables. Line 3, 5 syllables). Check out example haikus online.
Tips for writing a Haiku:
- Imagine an experience that left a strong impression on you.
- Think of someone important to you or a special memory.
- Brainstorm adjectives.
- Write in a quiet space.
- REMEMBER: Haikus are about being creative. Have fun!
YEARBOOKS FOR SALE
Order your yearbook online! Yearbooks are $48 each. All seniors will receive a FREE yearbook this year, so please to not purchase one if you are a senior!
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National Honor Society: April 29
Student Council: Tuesday, May 5 from 2:55pm-3:30pm in Room 230.
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Monday: Hot dog with tater tots
Tuesday: Stuffed crust pizza with carrots
Wednesday: Pesto chicken or hummus veggie wrap with sweet potatoes
Thursday: Meatballs with broccoli and a garlic knot
Friday: Cheese or pepperoni pizza with carrots |
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ARRIVAL
7:45am - 8:10am
Students are marked tardy after 8:10am.
BUS DISMISSAL
2:32pm
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Warning 8:06am
1 8:08am-8:53am
2 8:56am-9:37am
3 9:40am-10:21am
4 10:24am-11:05am
5 11:08am-11:49am
6 11:52am-12:33pm
7 12:36pm-1:17pm
8 1:20pm-2:01pm
9 2:04pm-2:45pm |
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Warning 8:06am
1 8:08am-8:53am
2 8:56am-9:37am
3 9:40am-10:21am
4 10:24am-11:05am
5 11:08am-11:49am
6 11:52am-12:33pm
7 12:36pm-1:17pm
8 1:20pm-2:01pm
9 2:04pm-2:45pm |
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The Spartan Snapshot is a district-wide newsletter distributed to students, families, and employees of Greenville Central School District every Thursday at 6:00pm. For questions about this publication, please contact Sierra Pizzola at pizzolas@greenvillecsd.org or 518-966-5070 x523. |
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