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French Students Experience the World Firsthand in Paris: April 22, 2026 By Jessica Keane This spring, current high school students enrolled in French had the opportunity to take part in an unforgettable field trip to Paris. Accompanied by their teachers, Madame Keane and Madame Brown, students spent their time fully immersed in the language and culture they have been studying in the classroom. When asked to describe the experience in one word, students shared responses such as “thrilling,” “altering,” and “dream.” Experiences like this allow students to interact firsthand with the culture they study, bringing their learning to life in meaningful and lasting ways.   Opportunities like this are more important than ever for today’s students. In an ... Board of Education adopts 2026-27 budget proposal: April 21, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District Board of Education (BOE) has adopted a $233,406,875 budget proposal for the 2026-27 school year. This plan is a direct reflection of our commitment to maintaining the high-quality programs our students deserve while remaining fiscally responsible to our taxpayers. While the proposed tax levy increase is 5.25%, it is critical to understand what that number represents: Operating with Restraint (2.4%): Only 2.4% of the increase is for the day-to-day operation of our schools, which is nearly a full point below the current 3.3% inflation rate. Fulfilling Community Promises (2.7%): More than half of the increase, 2.7%, is the local share of capital projects that were previously approved by our voters, including the opening ... NSCSD students inducted to National Technical Honor Society: April 15, 2026 Congratulations to the 31 North Syracuse Central School District students enrolled in OCM BOCES Career & Technical Education and New Vision programs at the Thompson Road Campus, who were recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS): Laniah Adair (Cosmetology), Steven Adsitt (Automotive Technology), Maya Blakes (Cosmetology), Hannah Burnett (Firefighting & EMT), Oneisha Coakley (New Vision Medical Professions), Tyler Colman (Automotive Technology), Dominick Elsbree (Automotive Technology), Savannah Foil (New Vision Criminal Justice), Olivia Frey (New Vision Criminal Justice), Adyson Galuppo (Construction Technology), Aya Hussein (New Vision Medical Professions), Gianna Kimber (Early Childhood Education), Gavin Leonard (Automotive Technology), ... 2026 Festival of the Arts on April 25: The annual Festival of the Arts will take place on Saturday, April 25 at North Syracuse Junior High School. The district-wide celebration of art and music will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with exhibitions and performances throughout the school. Explore student artwork from all grade levels while enjoying live winterguard, marching band and small ensemble musical performances. Concessions and face painting will also be available for a fun, family-friendly experience. A performance listing and event map is available online by clicking here .  CNS Optimist Club announces 2025-26 Essay Contest winners: April 10, 2026   Pictured left to right: Alek Atakan Gulay, Jillian Bambino and Emma VanBeveren. The Cicero-North Syracuse Optimist Club has announced the winners of its 2025-26 Essay Contest, which invited students to reflect on the theme, “How My Acts of Service Help Me Understand What My Community Means to Me.” This year’s first-place winner is CNS Senior Emma Van Beveren. Jillian Bambino (junior) earned second place and Alek Atakan Gulay (sophomore) earned third place.     The annual contest gives students an opportunity to share their perspectives through writing while competing for scholarship recognition. This year, eligibility was expanded ... Board of Education appoints Miranda Magley as Associate Principal at North Syracuse Junior High School: April 7, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District Board of Education approved the appointment of Miranda Magley as Associate Principal at North Syracuse Junior High School at its meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026. She will replace Charles P. Yonko, Jr. following his retirement at the end of the current school year. Magley brings a strong background in instructional leadership, student support and school operations to the role. She is currently serving in an administrative internship at Liverpool High School, where she works with students, families and staff to support academic success, positive behavior and student engagement. Her responsibilities have included analyzing academic, attendance and behavioral data, helping guide intervention planning ... Board of Education appoints Dr. Michael G. Baroody as Deputy Superintendent: April 7, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District Board of Education approved the appointment of Dr. Michael G. Baroody as Deputy Superintendent at its meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026. His appointment becomes effective July 1, 2026, following the departure of current Deputy Superintendent Dr. Christopher Leahey. Dr. Baroody has served as Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in NSCSD since September 2024. During that time, he has become a trusted and highly respected member of the district’s leadership team, demonstrating a strong commitment to staff and schools through thoughtful leadership, responsiveness and a focus on building positive relationships across the district. He brings extensive educational leadership experience to the role, including service ... BOE appoints new Director of Data, Accountability and School Improvement: March 24, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District Board of Education approved the appointment of Sean Fahey as the district’s new Director of Data, Accountability and School Improvement at its meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026. Fahey brings extensive experience in educational leadership, district systems and data-informed decision-making. He currently serves as Director of Accountability and Instructional Support at West Genesee Central School District, where he has led work related to central registration, student data privacy, accountability reporting, intervention systems, scheduling, assessments and district processes designed to support students and schools.       His previous experience ... NSCSD honors four Wall of Distinction inductees: March 23, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District celebrated its 2025-26 Wall of Distinction inductees on Friday, March 27. This year's inductees are George Harrington, Antwaun Johnson, Robert Todd Tackman and Joseph Viviano. The Wall of Distinction was created in 1990 to recognize graduates of North Syracuse High School, Cicero High School and Cicero-North Syracuse High School who have achieved distinction in their personal or professional lives and who have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service. Each inductee’s picture and biography are displayed on the Wall of Distinction at Cicero-North Syracuse High School. This year’s honorees represent a wide range of accomplishments:   George Harrington, a North ... CNS students shine in Optimist Club Oratorical Contest: March 19, 2026   Five Cicero-North Syracuse High School students showcased their public speaking talents during the CNS Optimist Club 2026 Oratorical Contest, held Tuesday, March 3, at the Jerome F. Melvin Administrative Office Building. This year’s contest featured CNS senior Joey Cox, CNS sophomore Aleks Atakan Galway, CNS senior Noah Seitz, CNS sophomore Alexis Sturgeon and CNS senior Chloe Tice. Each student delivered an eloquent and heartfelt speech based on the 2026 theme, “The Moment I Realized I Belonged — My Definition of Community.” Pictured (left to right): Noah Seitz, Joey Cox, Alexis Sturgeon, Aleks Atakan Galway and Chloe Tice   Joey Cox earned first place, ... Board of Education approves 2026-27 academic calendar: On Monday, March 9, 2026 the North Syracuse Central School District Board of Education approved a 2026-27 academic calendar. Included with the calendar are provisions for school closings due to weather-related conditions or other emergency situations. The calendar and provisions have been posted at  www.nscsd.org/2627calendar. Community engagement key as NSCSD reviews Utilization Study recommendations: Community members are invited to share feedback through a district ThoughtExchange as leaders consider next steps following the recent community forum March 10, 2026 On March 9, the North Syracuse Central School District hosted a Community Forum to review recommendations from the district’s Utilization Study and discuss how school facilities can best support students and educational programs moving forward. During the forum, district leaders shared information about the study and its recommendations and answered questions from community members. The Utilization Study examined how district buildings are currently being used and identified opportunities to better align facilities with the district’s instructional programs and long-term planning needs. As ... Kick Off to Kindergarten in-person registration events: .dashed td { border:3px dashed #4D4E4E; /*border-collapse:separate; outline: 1px solid #4D4E4E; outline-offset: 5px;*/ vertical-align: top; } Kick Off To Kindergarten 2026 Join us for in-person Kindergarten Registration! The North Syracuse Central School District is preparing to welcome its newest students and has announced kindergarten registration events for families with children entering school this fall. Families with children born on or before Dec. 1, 2021 are invited to attend in-person kindergarten registration events scheduled in April. The events provide an opportunity for families to meet school staff, learn about their child’s school and complete the registration process. Families are encouraged ... CNS presents Mary Poppins March 19-21: February 23, 2026 One of the most beloved musicals of all time is flying onto the stage at Cicero-North Syracuse High School this March. CNS will present Mary Poppins in the school’s newly renovated auditorium, bringing the classic story to life with unforgettable music, spectacular choreography and plenty of magic. When the winds change, Mary Poppins arrives on Cherry Tree Lane — and audiences are invited to enjoy a truly “Jolly Holiday” with this talented cast and crew. This practically perfect production promises an entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. So hold on to your chimney brushes and “Step in Time” to secure your seats for this magical adventure — it’s sure to be supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! Performance ... Private & parochial school transportation application deadline information: Applications for transportation to private & parochial schools for 2026-27 school year are due April 1 February 23, 2026 As required by New York State Law, applications for bus transportation to and/or from charter, private or parochial schools during the 2026-27 school year, must be filed prior to April 1, 2026.  Applications may be picked up and returned to the North Syracuse Central School District Transportation Department, 5520 East Taft Road, North Syracuse, NY 13212. Applications can also be downloaded by clicking here . Please contact the Transportation Department at (315) 218-2107 for additional information.   2026 CNY Scholastic Art Award Winners: February 13, 2026 For more than 100 years, the National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards have recognized outstanding creative achievement by students across the country. Locally, the Central New York Scholastic Art Awards honor student artists for originality, technical skill and personal vision. This year, Cicero-North Syracuse High School and North Syracuse Junior High School students earned more than 200 awards through the 2026 Central New York Scholastic Art Awards, continuing a strong tradition of artistic excellence across the district Student artists in grades 8–12, guided by educators Heather Blaski, Kara Daviau, Tracy Liberman, Joe Farranto, Amanda Blackburn, Alexis Froio and Rebecca Patterson, earned recognition across photography, drawing, painting, ... Board of Education receives Utilization Study final report: January 29, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District Board of Education received the final Utilization Study report at its Jan. 28 meeting. The report is the collective work of a Utilization Study Committee whose charge was to support long-range planning and help ensure district resources are aligned with future educational demands and career readiness. Conducting a Utilization Study is a healthy and responsible step for a school district as enrollment patterns, student needs and educational programming evolve over time. The process allows districts to plan proactively and use resources wisely to best support students now and in the future. The Utilization Study Committee was made up of a group of diverse stakeholders, including students, parents, district staff and ... CNS Optimist Club seeking entries for Oratorical Contest: January 23, 2026 The Optimist Club of Cicero-North Syracuse is sponsoring an Oratorical Contest with a top award of a $2,500 college scholarship. Students under the age of 19 who live within the boundaries of the North Syracuse Central School District are eligible to participate. This year’s contest theme is “The Moment I Realized I Belonged — My Definition of Community,” and will take place on Tuesday, March 3 at the Jerome F. Melvin Administrative Office Building (5355 West Taft Rd., N. Syracuse, NY).   Students wishing to participate in the March 3 contest should email Mr. Crabtree by February 27 with their intent to participate and the entry form. Contestants will be asked to speak on the official topic for four to five minutes with timing beginning ... NSCSD shares findings from Special Education Audit: January 13, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District recently completed an independent audit of its in-district special education programming and services as part of its ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and inclusive practices. The audit, conducted by independent consultant Rocco Nalli, examined program quality, student outcomes, resource allocation, leadership structures and preschool-to-kindergarten transitions. Input was gathered through staff interviews and focus groups, parent surveys and a review of district data and procedures. Overall, the audit identified opportunities to strengthen consistency across buildings, improve communication with families, enhance professional learning and clarify leadership structures to better support students with disabilities. ... Board of Education appoints new Director of Pupil Personnel Services: January 13, 2026 The North Syracuse Central School District is pleased to announce that the Board of Education approved Jennifer Stanton at its January 12 meeting as the district’s new Director of Pupil Personnel Services. Ms. Stanton brings more than a decade of experience in pupil services and special education leadership. She most recently served as Director of Pupil Services at the Mexico Academy and Central School District, where she demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusive practices, collaboration with families and staff and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations to support student success. Ms. Stanton is expected to begin her role with NSCSD on or about February 17, 2026, pending final onboarding and transition ...

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