No School Due to Unused Emergency Closing Days - May 23 & 24

There will be no school on Thursday, May 23 or Friday, May 24 due to unused emergency closing days. Posted 5/9/13.

Free Summer RPI Program Offers Opportunities for Female Students

Female students attending Maple Hill High School next year who are interested in exploring science and engineering are encouraged to register for the Engineering Institute for Young Women Summer program hosted by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. This free, week-long program running from July 22-27 will provide opportunities for students to learn about engineering disciplines through presentations by female scientists and hands-on projects. Register early as spaces are limited by calling Lisa Smith-Auer at 732-2297. Click here for a flyer with more information… This opportunity was made possible through Superintendent Bob Horan’s partnerships with RPI and the Northeast Advanced Technological Education Center. Posted 5/16/13.

Students of the Month Announced for May

Maple Hill High School named the following students as Students of the Month for May: freshman Hannah Gonzales, sophomores Lupita Cruz Cruz and Eleanor Haase, junior Marie Brady and senior Brittney Geracitano. To see what their teachers wrote about them, click here... Congratulations! Posted 5/20/13.

List of Important Dates for Seniors

To help seniors and their parents remember all the important event dates for the rest of the school year, class advisory Kelsey Roman has prepared a one-page event listing. Click here to view the listing... Posted 5/08/13.

Students of the Month Announced for April

Maple Hill High School named the following students as Students of the Month for April: freshman Michaela Mueller, sophomore Aine Hardaker, junior Cameron Renslow and seniors Abbey Hines and Abigail Zagraniczny. To see what their teachers wrote about them, click here... Congratulations! Posted 5/08/13.

3rd Quarter Honor Rolls Announced

Maple Hill High School has announced the Honor Rolls for the 3rd quarter. Click here to see a list of students... Congratulations to all our students! Posted 5/08/13.

Regents Exam Review Classes

MHHS teachers are offering students the following Regents review classes. Posted 4/15/13.

• Regents Chemistry - Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in MHHS Room 157 starting April 17. Click here for a schedule...
• Global Studies - Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:40 p.m. in MHHS Room 256 starting April 17. Continues until mid-June.

Regents Review Classes on WMHT

The 2013 Regents Review 2.0 programs will begin airing on NYS Public Television stations on May 6. The one-hour review shows in this Regents test preparation series are also streamed online at www.regentsreviewlive.net, where you'll find information on exam dates and tips, links to all the NYS Public Television stations and much more. Regent exams covered are: English, Integrated Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, Earth Science, Living Environment, Chemistry, Physics, Global History & Geography, and US History & Govt. Posted 4/25/13.

WMHT – Programs from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. daily

• Monday, May 13: Living Environment
• Tuesday, May 14: Chemistry
• Wednesday, May 15: Physics
• Thursday, May 16: Global History & Geography
• Friday, May 17: US History & Government

Students Learn from Holocaust Survivor

Maple Hill High School students learned first-hand about the Holocaust this year when survivor Martin Becker spoke to students during an assembly. Mr. Becker, a long-time Albany resident who lost more than 50 family members during the Holocaust, shared his experiences with students and teachers. Click here to read more… Posted 4/25/13.

Students Win HVCC Competition Again

For the second year in a row, MHHS students won the Hudson Valley Community College Viking Challenge in Trivial Pursuit. Students Lauren Brathwaite, Alex Flood and Will Noll competed on April 10 against 11 other school districts from across the Capital Region in the event that tests general knowledge. Prizes for their 1st place finish include $500 scholarships to HVCC and a Lenovo Think Pad that will be donated to the school. Congratulations! Posted 4/18/13.

Parent Letter from Principal Agostinoni on Course Selection Process

MHHS Principal Ron Agostinoni has written a letter for parents reviewing the course selection process for next school year. Students have already or will be meeting with their guidance counselor over the next couple weeks to review the requests. Click here to read the parent letter... Posted 4/10/13.

Students Spend Part of Recess Volunteering

The boys varsity lacrosse team spent part of their spring recess volunteering at Castleton Volunteer Ambulance. Students spent hours helping with spring cleaning and other projects on April 5. “The school district can be proud of these nice young gentlemen,” said Samara Dorward, Chief, Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Service. “They accomplished everything that we set out for them. Thank you to Coach Randall for stressing the importance of giving back to his team.” Posted 4/09/13.

Grant Pays for Laboratory Grade Equipment for MHHS

Maple Hill High School received $14,200 in new laboratory grade equipment for science classes this year at no cost to the district thanks to a Toshiba America Foundation grant. Science teacher Leonard Bacon wrote the winning proposal for the grant which required initiatives that increase student engagement and improve student learning. Read more by clicking here... Posted 12/12/12.

District Honors Community's Veterans

Schodack CSD honored the community’s veterans on Nov. 9 by filling the MHHS auditorium with High School and Middle School students for a panel discussion where veterans talked about their experiences. The Take a Vet to School Day event featured journalism students reading bios they wrote about the vets and students asking questions about their service. Faculty and staff also donated money to purchase a lunch for the guests. “I just want to thank everyone for the thoughtfulness you shared today,” said Rep. Chris Gibson. “I will always remember this. Thank you.” Click here for a photo slideshow... Posted 11/14/12.

School Staff Share Parent Tip Sheet on Bullying Prevention

As part of the district's ongoing efforts to fight bullying, School Psychologist Rebecca Blais and School Social Worker Jennifer Sober would like to share a tip sheet with parents that helps identify the signs of bullying and what to do if parents believe their student is the victim of bullying. The one-page tip sheet is available by clicking here... If parents have any concerns about bullying, they are encouraged to contact their student's school principal. Posted 12/12/11.