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The disruption will not be a problem for parent Libbie Cococcia, also a stay-home parent who has a husband who can work remotely. 4 were here. This was a one-day issue due to being short drivers for this number of routes, he said in an email Thursday. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. It can take up to two months for a driver to be trained and certified,he said. padams@niskyschools.org, Sascha Cade It is the goal of the Niskayuna Central School District that this website is accessible to all users. In 2006, Niskayuna High School was rated as one of "America's Best High Schools" by Newsweek magazine, with an index (total Advanced Placement Exams taken in 2005 divided by total number of graduating seniors) of 1.340. That led to districts doing testing on-site. Call us at 518-372-4969 by 11am. Part of the issue involves the individuals who typically drive school buses, often older people, who are apprehensive about that line of employment since the pandemic. View our accessibility statement. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, handicapping conditions, marital status, veteran status, national origin, gender or sexual orientation in our education programs or employment. INSTITUTION ID: 800000038458. The swimming pool is open to community members who hold pool passes during designated times. The cost is $40 and is paid by the applicant. This website is maintained by Communications Office staff of the Niskayuna Central School District. U.S. News & World Report listed Niskayuna High School as the top rated public high school in upstate New York. The district has been trying to recruit and retain more drivers. 1239 Van Antwerp Road. Committee (Nov. 4, 2020), Recording of Jan. 6, 2021 Highway, Parks & Rec. Niskayuna High School - 1626 Balltown Rd, Niskayuna, NY 12309. We will be closed July 3rd through the 7th. cmummenthey@niskyschools.org Niskayuna High School was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 1983. jrickert@niskyschools.org, Asst. 21709 While that may make sense for large truck drivers, Lowry said it doesnt make sense for bus drivers who arent traveling as far and parking the buses in a garage at the end of the day. In 1999, the Wall Street Journal named Niskayuna High School one of the top performing high schools in the country. Individuals must possess a NYS DMV Commercial License (Class B) license. Families may designate an established childcare location and the day(s) their child will be transported there after school and the day(s) their child will be transported on their regular bus route. Niskayuna High School is a hub of activity in our community and regularly hosts a variety of events. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Some links and features on this site require the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. He would have a harder time if he werent being schooled tomorrow, she said Thursday, which was a day off for schoolchildren in observance of Veterans Day. 21767 For the 2022-23 school year, transportation will be provided from a single location and to a single location for each student for both the morning and afternoon with the exception of students who are riding designated district buses to established childcare providers in the afternoon. She said the district was timely in notifying people about the change though and making sure students brought home materials they would need to do work, including the Chromebooks the district provides to students. In order for this to happen, you must, Financial Statements & Fiscal Transparency. GENERAL INFMORMATION: All Bus Drivers must meet certain requirements imposed by both the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV) and the New York State Education Department. jcoleman@niskyschools.org, Asst. ext. This is issued by the NYS DMV after successful completion of a written exam. PHONE: (518) 377-4666. 94.23.220.136 Niskayuna school district students are learning from home Friday after a bus driver shortage caused the district to go virtual. amalizia@niskyschools.org, Principal Rickerts Secretary ext. The high school operates on a two-day rotation schedule (A & B), with blocks 1-5 on A Days and Blocks 6-10 on B Days. Other than going to these childcare locations, students will only ride their regular, designated bus route. Niskayuna, NY 12309 Mission Statement The faculty, staff, students, parents and community of Niskayuna High School believe that our mission Continue reading "About Niskayuna High School" During the training process, individuals earn minimum wage. Please note that changes to your childs transportation arrangements will require a minimum of one week to process. Niskayuna Senior Center at 2682 Aqueduct Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309For Niskayuna Seniors, we offer transportation to the Senior Center and for medical appointments and shopping. 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This page was last edited on 13 June 2023, at 23:45. cberkof@niskyschools.org, Contact NHS Faculty & Staff an ongoing capital project includes a new track, parking lot, new athletic fields, and adding pedestrian paths. complete and return the Transportation Request to Childcare Locations form available at this link on the district website. Follow the steps below to view your childs bus route in the PowerSchool Parent/Student Portal. We are a public, K-12, school district located in Schenectady. After school and during the evening hours, visitor access to the high school is limited to those who have a legitimate purpose (such as meeting with a staff member or an approved guest of student clubs) or attending an authorized event at the school. Visit the Adobe website to download the free Acrobat Reader. See the high school daily schedule here. Individuals who do not have a Class B license, may be eligible for Bus Driver training free of charge. Selected job posting is no longer active. Its important that you review and verify your childs bus route, pick-up and drop-off information. Parents were notified about the change on Wednesday. The district is not responsible for facts or opinions contained on any linked site. To protect the playing fields for use in interscholastic athletics, the fields at Niskayuna High School are not open to community use unless authorized through the districts facilities use process. However, many of her friends are parents who work outside of the home. To become a member click HERE. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7e24a2fbcd1b2a0d Shesaid she is fortunate because she stays at home. ASSIGNMENT: Transportation Department; Bid for AM/PM runs; Shifts typically between 4-8 hours; Can apply for other school positions, if open. New York StateDMV Commercial License (Class B) Learner Permit. Principal(Gr. Families may designate an established childcare location and the day(s) their child will be transported there after school and the day(s) their child will be transported on their regular bus route. SUPERINTENDENT: CARL MUMMENTHEY. Because her kids were all-virtual last year they arefamiliar with having a desk space for school work where they can maintain their focus, she said. The track and tennis courts are open to the public prior to 7:30 a.m. and after 5 p.m., provided that they are not in use by district interscholastic athletic teams. 21701 Your IP: Construction [ edit] In 2007 and an ongoing project starting in 2022, Niskayuna High School and other Elementary schools began a district-wide construction project to increase the quality of the environment to which students are exposed. Some of the challenges began several yearsago when the federal law for commercial drivers licenses changed, requiringdrivers to have mechanical knowledge of the vehicle they were driving, he said. Niskayuna Senior Center at 2682 Aqueduct Road, Niskayuna, NY 12309 For Niskayuna Seniors, we offer transportation to the Senior Center and for medical appointments and shopping. We appreciate your patience as we navigate the start of a new school year. Schenectady, NY 12309. Our Stance Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment Reporting Form, If you need assistance logging into the portal, please contact the IT Department at, Established childcare locations that we will transport to in the afternoon are: Capital Kids Care, KinderCare, Schenectady JCC, St. Kateris, TSL, Villa Fusco and Wiggles and Giggles Child Care Center. This website is maintained by Communications Office staff of the Niskayuna Central School District. Niskayuna school districtstudents are learning from home Friday after a bus driver shortage caused the district to go virtual. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. cmummenthey@niskyschools.org (518) 382-2511, ext. View the current pool schedule, 1626 Balltown Rd. Fax: (518) 377-4074, Carl J. Mummenthey Get Directions. Individuals must possess a NYS DMV Commercial License (Class B) license. Her other three kids a kindergartner, a ninth-grader and an 11th-grader will learn remotely via Google classroomsFriday. ext. LEGAL NAME: NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Use of the track and tennis courts is prohibited after dark. NISKAYUNA - Niskayuna Central School District students and faculty will be required to wear masks, regardless of their vaccination status, upon returning to school this fall. Nurses Office Fax: (518) 382-2524, Principal Read answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding student transportation. To view student bus information, follow these steps: If you need assistance logging into the portal, please contact the IT Department attechsupport@niskyschools.org. Visit District Website. Copyright 2023. :School Bus Drivers $22.99 per hour, Substitute School Bus Drivers $22.60 per hour. The Niskayuna Central School District is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting the principles of inclusion and diversity as integral to the education of all students. Niskayuna, NY (WRGB) Wednesday afternoon, the Niskayuna Central School District Transportation Department is hosting their second "Test Drive a School Bus Day." Upon successful completion of the test, and acceptance of a position with the District, the cost of the test is reimbursed by the District, New York State Department of Transportation Physical. 801 talking about this. We are a comprehensive high school with a student population of 1,430 students in grades 9-12. The Niskayuna Senior Center is open for in person activities every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 3pm. Until then, students attended an area high school of their choice. Drivers who stay through the end of the school year will receive an additional $500, which will be paid within two weeks of the last day of school. But I cant say to what extent, if any, that concern has borne out and is contributing to the shortages we are now experiencing, Lowry said. :Transportation Department; Bid for AM/PM runs;Shifts typically between 4-8 hours; Can apply for other school positions, if open. ASSIGNMENT:Transportation Department; Bid for AM/PM runs;Shifts typically between 4-8 hours; Can apply for other school positions, if open. There are over 125 faculty members at Niskayuna High School, with 99% of holding advanced degrees, including 4 doctoral degrees. With this number of routes uncovered, we could not make the bus system work on Friday.. [5], For the Class of 2005, 94% of all graduating seniors attended college.[6]. In 2012, Graber said on Thursday thather olderchildrenwould have a hard time with the virtual learning but keeping heryoungest focused would also be a struggle. For a lot of other families I can see it being a big inconvenience, she said. This was the result of sick, bereavement and personal days for Friday. Phone: (518) 382-2511, ext. It is the goal of the Niskayuna Central School District that this website is accessible to all users. 9) Our kindergartener is a very active boy, he needs the structure of school, she said. During the school day, visitor access to the high school is limited to two areas: the West Entrance facing Balltown Road and the East Entrance near the Bus Loop. The district provided families with guidelines on how the day would be conducted based on the students grade level. If you requested transportation but your route is not available, please check PowerSchool again later this week. [3] The 1st graduating class was 1959 with 138 students. (518) 377-4666, option 4. Anthony Malizia Providing Safe and efficient transportation to all students. Some links and features on this site require the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. [4], The Albany Business Review rated Niskayuna High School the top-ranked high school in the entire Capital District in both its 2016 and 2014 Annual Schools Report. Phyllis Warren Thatsame message was sent to families mid-day Wednesday after the district determined it was unable to provide drivers for 13 of its 56 routes, said Matt Leon, the district spokesperson. She has a third-grader and a sixth-grader. On the left, click on the Student Information screen, where you will find morning and afternoon bus route names, stop descriptions, and pick-up/drop-off times. Principal Malizias Secretary This can be a few weeks or less if they already have a CDL (Commercial Drivers License). Niskayuna High School is considered to be a focal point of the community. For any Seniors in need of home delivery of meals please visit the website oftheCatholic Charities Meals on Wheels Serviceor contact by phone at 518-372-5667. Niskayuna, NY 12309, Phone: (518) 377-4666 It is the first time the district has needed to go all-virtual this school year. Although these areas may be used by community members during the times noted above, any formal organization that seeks to use them as a site for its activities must make a request through the districts facility use process. Dan Harrison, TV Executive at NBC, CBS, UPN, Fox. Serving grades K-12, UE. The cost is $10 and is paid by the applicant. Click to reveal pmwarren@niskyschools.org, Patrice Adams 30 hour New York State Education Course. It is the first time the district has needed to go. Perhaps offering a competitive wage to other districts would get more drivers behind the wheel, she said. The Niskayuna Senior Center is open for in person activities every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 3 pm. Principal(Gr. SALARY:School Bus Drivers $22.99 per hour, Substitute School Bus Drivers $22.60 per hour. School District Niskayuna Central School District #3 in Best School Districts in Albany Area SCHENECTADY, NY 30 reviews A+ Overall Niche Grade How are grades calculated? Please review your bus route information and contact the Transportation Department directly at 518-370-0160 orrkirk@niskyschools.orgif the information listed is incorrect. [citation needed]. Copyright 2023. WEBSITE: www.niskyschools.org. 21768 Further information about the exam may be obtained here: . FAQs can be found here. Students: 4300. Offerings include 46 honors and 18 AP classes, options for interdisciplinary learning, and a broad range of electives, including nanoscale science and Engineering Technology. The Rules of Riding the Bus See the high school daily schedule here. View our accessibility statement. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The high school operates on a two-day rotation schedule (A & B), with blocks 1-5 on A Days and Blocks 6-10 on B Days. The state has been keeping track of the issue and staying in touch with the council, Lowry added. Bus route assignments are continually being updated in PowerSchool. Learn more about Niskayuna Central School District here - find all of the schools in the district, student data, test scores, district budget and more. Supply lists for 2022-23 school year available, Niskayuna partners with GE Research for 11th annual Engineering Institute, Go to PowerSchool Parent/Student Portal at. 21701 (518) 377-4666, option 4. Our Stance Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment Reporting Form, Financial Statements & Fiscal Transparency, Graduates Who Have Served in the Military, Access the districts searchable staff directory. Outside use of the high school is primarily confined to non-school hours and weekends. Calendars of events and daily menus are available at the Senior Center, Town Hall, andthe links below. 21768 Until then, students attended an area high school of their choice. We proudly transport Niskayuna students to and from school, athletic events, and other activities safely and efficiently. 21704 Prospective drivers often work as bus aides and get paid during the training period.. We apologize for this inconvenience.. Like many other districts in the region and across the country, we continue to experience a shortage of bus drivers. 10-11) Calendars of events and daily menus are available at the . In addition, 17 members of our teaching faculty are distinguished as Nationally Board Certified Teachers. For information about membership, events, and volunteer opportunities, please call us at 372-4969. the Mondaybefore to place an order for the current week. Frankly, Id like to see it at $30 an hour, she said. Staff can be reached at the Senior Center phone line 518-372-4969. Thirteen academic departments offer a rich variety of programs designed to meet the needs of a talented student population. Frequently Asked Questions About Student Transportation. Last month, the school board passed temporary changes to its collective bargaining agreement with bus drivers. hpelletier@niskyschools.org, Cheryl Berkof, Clerical Assistant All closures will be noted on the Senior News & Announcements. All visitors during the school day require permission to be on campus through established visitor sign-in procedures. Niskayuna Central School District Transportation Department, 1301 Hillside Avenue, Niskayuna, NY (2023) Home Cities Countries The Department of Motor Vehicles was also directed to expedite the process for such licenses. Given the number of bus drivers that we know will be out on Friday, there is no way we could adequately run our transportation system, said Interim Superintendent Juliette Pennyman, in a message on the districts website. Graber said she couldnt imagine having to find a babysitter or trying to work from home while helping a child with school. Visit the Adobe website to download the free Acrobat Reader. Here are theJuly 2023 Calendarand theJuly 2023 Gershon's Lunch Menu. There will be no bus passes and/or riding to friends houses on other routes. While we have been short-staffed this year, we have been able to make it work. According to U.S. News & World Report's Best High School Rankings in 2019, Niskayuna High School is ranked as #3 in Albany, NY Metro Area High Schools, #106 in New York State High Schools, and #1,254 in the country. 21767 Niskayuna High School opened in 1957 after the Board of Education recommended in 1954 that the district build its own high school. ext. Seniors who are in need of assistance connecting to local services not offered by the Niskayuna Senior Center, please call us and we will make every effort to connect you to the appropriate organization. Fax: (518) 377-4074, Carl J. Mummenthey The District assists in scheduling the road test with NYSDMV. FYI-We are in the process of a new website design. Some routes may not yet be posted due to late registration or because they are still being processed. Classes are offered in five 78-minute blocks on alternate days. This page is not available in other languages. Information paid training is listed here: Note: Selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001. - All individuals must possess a NYS DMV Commercial Driver Learner Permit prior to any on-the-road training provided by the District. Kids in the self-contained special education program will continue to meet in person and were provided transportation. Since then, over 18,000 students have graduated from Niskayuna High School. Providing Safe and efficient transportation to all students. Upon successful completion of the test (resulting in the issuance of the Class B License) and acceptance of a position with the District, the cost of the test is reimbursed by the District. Please note the Niskayuna Senior Center will close or delay opening for inclement weather ifthe Niskayuna School District is closed or delayed. scade@niskyschools.org, Hannah Pelletier (518) 382-2511, ext. All rights reserved. Schenectady County, New York. The Bus Driver can be reached on the bus phone at 518-495-6202 to schedule transportation. Since then, over 18,000 students have graduated from Niskayuna High School. 518-377-4666. The district has 53 drivers currently and another10 drivers in the middle of the training and certification process right now, Leon said. BEDS CODE: 530301060000. That was a relief for parent Barbara Graber, who has a seventh-grader in the program. She jokingly posted on social media that friends could drop their kids off to her for the day and while she received some light-hearted comments back, she said, but that post also sparked a larger conversation about the transportation issues in the community. During a statewide conference in Septemberevery superintendentthere expressed concerns about having enough drivers, he said. Individuals who do not have a Class B license, may be eligible for Bus Driver training free of charge. These meals and prices are only available through the Senior Center and must be placed with our staff. If you have multiple students, you can switch between them by clicking on their names in the blue bar at the top of the screen. The changes raised drivers wages to $23 an hour, a bump of $3 an hour. During the training process, individuals earn minimum wage. The district has been having issues since the year began, she said: I feel like this could have been avoided.. Fax: (518) 382-2539 In September, the governors office pushed to get more people with commercial licenses to become drivers and expanded testing sites for commercial drivers licenses. Niskayuna High School is a public high school in Niskayuna, New York, United States, and is the only high school operated by the Niskayuna Central School District. The District schedules and pays for the drug test. Access the districts searchable staff directory, 1239 Van Antwerp Road This website was produced by the Capital Region BOCES Communications Service, Albany, NY. Joseph Coleman School Hours 8:40 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. This is one of our normal closure periods for internal matters and maintenance. Phyllis Warren We will provide opportunities for all students to acquire knowledge, develop skills, and form attitudes that will enable them to take a responsible and active role in their local and global communities. A sign on a school bus in front of the Niskayuna Central School bus garage on Hillside Avenue signals the districts need for drivers Friday, October 22, 2021. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Bus driver shortages are plaguing districts throughout the state, said Bob Lowry, the deputy director for Advocacy, Research and Communications for the State Council of School Superintendents. Possession of Certified Drivers License with a S School Bus endorsement. For someone who may want a second job that schedule is not compatible, Lowry said. All Bus Drivers must meet certain requirements imposed by both the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV) and the New York State Education Department. Information paid training is listed here: - All individuals must possess a New York State Drivers license prior to any training provided by the District. This 30-hour course is offered free of charge by the Niskayuna Central School District. In 2003, the Washington Post cited Niskayuna High School as one of the best high schools in the nation. All rights reserved. For the 2022-23 school year, transportation will be provided from a single location and to a single location for each student for both the morning and afternoon with the exception of students who are riding designated district buses to established childcare providers in the afternoon. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Bus route information for the 2022-23 school year is now posted in PowerSchool. Gershon's prepared, individually packaged lunches are available every Tuesday and Thursday at Noon for $5 per meal, pre-registration required, two options available each program day. DEADLINE FOR APPLYING : Continuous GENERAL INFMORMATION: All Bus Drivers must meet certain requirements imposed by both the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV) and the New York State . We held a successful driver recruitment drive last school year that added several new drivers to our transportation team, and we are continuing our outreach efforts. Early on there were also concerns raised regarding weekly testing of drivers, Lowry said. Niskayuna Central School District. In order for this to happen, you mustcomplete and return the Transportation Request to Childcare Locations form available at this link on the district website. 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