Through this program, our educators will receive specialized training and professional development opportunities to shift our instructional practices towards more effective and innovative methods. By embracing these new approaches, we're not just raising standards but also ensuring that every student has the chance to thrive based on their unique strengths and abilities.
As part of the PLAN Pilot, our school will collaborate with other selected schools in a giant network. Together, we'll learn and support each other in successfully implementing performance-based learning and assessment practices. This collaborative effort will not only enhance the quality of education we provide but also create a supportive community where educators can share best practices and insights. Additionally, the Department, along with university-based research partners, will collect data from the pilot to develop tools and resources that will support broader implementation across the state. This means that our participation isn't just beneficial for our school but also for the entire education system in New York. We're excited to be at the forefront of this transformative journey! We are on a good path.
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Saugerties Central School District Superintendent Dr. Daniel Erceg recently took a break from his daily responsibilities to visit with a group of the District’s elementary school students who meet regularly to talk about stuttering. The request came from speech pathologists Kelsa Shanley and Kathryn Mendoza who believed the students would benefit from hearing firsthand from someone in a leadership role who also experiences stuttering—someone real, not just a celebrity. Without hesitation, Dr. Erceg agreed.
Pre-K is open to children who will be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2025, and is available at no cost to District residents. The program is located at the Mt. Marion Learning Center, 744 Glasco Turnpike, Saugerties, and runs Monday through Friday from 8 AM. to 1 PM. Optional aftercare is available from 1 PM to 6 PM at a daily rate.
On May 20, Saugerties held its fourth Superintendent’s Conference Day of the year at the High School campus. The day focused on how staff can empower students to help create the ultimate Sawyer experience.
Student government representatives from all three elementary schools recently traveled to Albany for a special visit to the State Capitol — and thanks to some great timing, the day turned out to be even more exciting than planned!
The Saugerties Central School District thanks our voters for their continued support. On Tuesday, May 20, Saugerties residents approved a $79.9 million budget for the 2025–2026 school year by a vote of 1229 to 465. We appreciate all the registered voters in our community who took the time to cast their ballots.