Nyack Public Schools

06/03/2026

One last , right down memory lane! 👏🏻👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿👏🥹

Not too long ago, they were the students lining the hallways, looking up to the graduating seniors who seemed so much older and so far ahead.

Today, the NPS Class of 2026 returned to the schools where it all began. They walked past familiar classrooms, saw their elementary and middle school teachers and were cheered on by the students now filling the buildings they once called their own.

For a moment, the years in between seemed to disappear.

The clap out was more than a tradition. It was a reminder of every lesson learned, every friendship made, every challenge overcome and every person who helped, believed and supported them along the way.

The story that began on their very first day in Nyack Schools is reaching its next chapter and we couldn't be prouder of our seniors. ❤️🖤

06/02/2026

📖 The latest issue of the RedHawk SUN is here!

As we approach the finish line of another school year, this month's edition shines a light on the passion, curiosity, creativity, and determination that make NPS such a special place. ❤️🖤

Inside, you'll find inspiring student stories, reflections on a year of growth and achievement and a celebration of the community that continues to support our schools and our shared vision for every student.

☀️ Click here: https://app.smore.com/n/97x2w

RedHawk S.U.N.

06/01/2026

🦸‍♂️💥 POW! BAM! WHAM! Comic Book Day Took Over the GLC at Nyack High School!

The GLC transformed into a full-blown comic universe as students celebrated Comic Book Day with an action-packed adventure led by Nyack High School Library Media Specialist Amanda Birro.

From comic-themed games and super-powered trivia battles to scoring free comics featuring everyone from Spider-Man to Jack Kirby classics — and everything in between — there was excitement around every panel turn. Students also struck their best superhero poses at the comic book photo booth and spent the day celebrating stories, creativity, fandom and fun together.🕷️🎭📸

Whether students came dressed as comic experts or casual fans, everyone found their origin story at this year’s event! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️💬

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make this year’s Comic Book Day such a MARVEL-ous success for our students and school community.

05/29/2026

There’s so much to explore right here in our community!

Our students have been having an amazing time learning, playing and making memories during their recent field trips around town. From exploring local fire houses and touring pizza parlors to learning in the parks, visiting bowling alleys and so much more, every adventure has brought new experiences and hands-on learning opportunities outside the classroom. 🍕🚒🎳🌳

These trips are about much more than destinations — they’re about building connections, discovering new interests and creating the kind of core memories that last a lifetime.

A huge thank you to our gracious community partners for always welcoming our students and teaming up with us to make these experiences so meaningful and memorable. Your support helps bring learning to life in the best possible ways.

And the fun isn’t over yet — we’re looking forward to many more adventures between now and June! ☀️

05/25/2026

🚨 PENS UP, REDHAWKS — THE NEXT CHAPTER IS OFFICIALLY SIGNED! 🖊️🔴⚫

The future is looking FAST, fierce and full of RedHawk pride as another incredible group of Nyack student-athletes officially committed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level! Family members, teammates, coaches and supporters packed the gymnasium to celebrate a Signing Day filled with excitement, memories, gratitude and plenty of proud moments. 🦅✨

From record-breaking runners and standout swimmers to lacrosse leaders, baseball stars, football players and soccer standouts, these athletes have put in the early mornings, late nights, extra reps, bus rides, practices, meets, games and everything in between to earn this. Their signing ceremony was more than just putting pen to paper — it was a celebration of years of dedication, perseverance, teamwork and growth both on and off the field.

The speeches and stories shared throughout the ceremony were a reminder that athletics at Nyack is about much more than wins and losses. Coaches become mentors, teammates become family and the lessons learned through sports help shape confident, resilient young adults ready for the next level.

🏆 THIS YEAR’S COLLEGIATE COMMITMENTS 🏆
🏃 Hailie Vasquez – Track – St. John’s University
🏃 Taitu Forrest – Track – Stony Brook University
🏃 Aiden Conway – Track – Cortland
🥍 Neftali Moran Jr. – Lacrosse – Dominican University
🥍 Casey Cummings – Lacrosse – Syracuse University
🥍 Caroline Barnard – Lacrosse – Dominican University
🥍 Emily Rodriguez – Lacrosse – Pace University
🥍 Ella Gould – Lacrosse – University of Michigan
🏈 Denis Kapetonovic – Football – Plymouth State University
🏊 Alex Fox – Swimming – UCLA
🏊 Zachary Trenczer – Swimming – Connecticut College
⚽ Manuel Martinez – Soccer – Purchase College
⚾ TJ Broderick – Baseball – Rockland Community College
⚾ Maxwell Martinez – Baseball – Rockland Community College

A huge thank you to the Athletics Office, coaches, families, Red and Black Club and supporters who helped make this celebration so special, beautiful and personal. And to our student-athletes — your RedHawk family will always be cheering you on as you take your talents to the next level.

The jerseys may change, but the RedHawk pride goes WHEREVER you do. ❤️🖤

05/20/2026

Thank you, Nyack Community! There’s truly no place quite like NPS and our community is simply the BEST.

In Episode 14 of 30 Seconds of Insight with Dr. LRG, we spoke with our students about the successful passage of next year’s budget. They shared the many reasons they love their schools — from the opportunities and experiences to the caring adults and strong sense of community that make NPS such a special place to learn and grow.

Our learners also wanted to express their heartfelt gratitude to all of you for your strong support in passing the 2026-27 budget last night. This vote reflects our shared values, our commitment to students and the strength of our partnership as a community.

Thank you for continuing to invest in our children, our schools and our future. In NPS, it’s true — RedHawks really do rise together.

05/20/2026

✅ VOTERS APPROVE!

Thank you, Nyack Public Schools community, for your strong support of the 2026–27 School Budget! The budget passed with 1497 ‘yes’ votes — representing approximately 82% of the tentative results.

We congratulate Larry Jackson (1210 votes), Stacey McDonald (1120 votes), Benny Vasquez (990 votes) and Jessica Goodman (934 votes) on their election to the Board of Education.

Larry Jackson, Stacey McDonald and Benny Vasquez will serve three-year terms commencing on July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2029.

Jessica Goodman will serve the term commencing May 19, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027.

Your voice matters and your vote helps shape the future of our schools.

05/19/2026

📢 TODAY is the School Budget Vote & School Board Election — Your Voice Matters! 🗳️

Remember to exercise your right to vote on the school budget and the Board of Education Trustee election TODAY, Tuesday, May 19th. Every vote counts! ✅

📍 Polling locations & hours/reminder:

The BOE Meeting on May 19 begins at 8:30 PM and will wait for the tally to come in from each polling site. Budget and Trustee election results will be announced, posted on the website and shared on social media for the school community to receive in a news alert.

🗳️ Poll 1 — Depew Senior Center
🗳️ Poll 2 — Nyack Public Schools Administration Building
🗳️ Poll 3 — Valley Cottage Elementary School
🗳️ Poll 4 — Upper Nyack Elementary School
🕖 Polls are open from 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

🔗 Find your polling place: https://lh.findmypollplace.com/NyackUFSD/Default.aspx?language=en

Thank you, Nyack Schools community, for your continued partnership. We need you in this work of raising critical thinkers and thoughtful leaders. Preparing them for life — and leading them into the world with relevance and readiness — is indeed a community effort.

05/18/2026

🚨 TOMORROW! 🚨

Tuesday, 5/19/2026 is the Budget Vote and School Board Election. Nyack residents are voting on the proposed 2026–27 school budget and Board of Education Trustee Election.

📍 Polling Locations:
🗳️ Poll 1 — Depew Senior Center
🗳️ Poll 2 — Nyack Public Schools Administration Building
🗳️ Poll 3 — Valley Cottage Elementary School
🗳️ Poll 4 — Upper Nyack Elementary School
🕖 Polls are open from 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

🔗 Find your polling place: https://lh.findmypollplace.com/NyackUFSD/Default.aspx?language=en

Don’t forget to exercise your right to vote on the school budget and the Board of Education Trustee election TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 19th!

05/18/2026

📢 Did You Know?

⏳ COUNTDOWN: 2 DAYS UNTIL THE BUDGET VOTE & BOE ELECTION

🗳️ Trustee Information

On Tuesday, May 19th, eligible voters residing in the Nyack Public Schools district can vote for any 4 candidates of their choice.

There are four (4) at-large Board positions on the ballot. Voters may cast four (4) votes for Trustees.

• Three (3) members will each serve three (3) year terms commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2029.

• One (1) member will serve a term commencing May 19, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027.

The candidate who receives the fourth highest number of votes in the district tally will serve the term commencing May 19, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027.

📖 The seven candidates, along with a brief description of their bio, are listed in the Budget Matters Newsletter in the order they appear on the ballot.

🗣️ Your Voice Matters! Please remember to exercise your right to vote on the school budget and the Board of Education Trustee election on Tuesday, May 19th!

Read the newsletter here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Af_rR44pHjaquxEPNJeJS3PaS7rnUIsB/view?ts=6a05fbd5