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Welcome to the Saugerties Central School District
Our district
Saugerties Central School District (SCSD), nestled in the picturesque Hudson Valley of New York, is a cornerstone of educational excellence and community pride. We serve a diverse student population from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12, and we are committed to providing a nurturing and rigorous learning environment. With a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and academic achievement, SCSD offers a comprehensive curriculum, enriched by extracurricular opportunities and supportive partnerships with families and the community at large. Renowned for its dedicated educators, vibrant student life, and commitment to student success, SCSD continues to empower students to reach their full potential and thrive in an ever-changing world. Saugerties Senior High School was recently recognized as a PLAN Pilot School and is embarking on “successfully implementing performance-based learning and assessment practices."
MISSION
We provide equitable, engaging, inspiring, and holistic experiences that support success and empowerment for students, families, and the community in a diverse and changing world.
VISION
We are a beacon of educational excellence, where every individual is inspired to achieve their fullest potential.
News and Announcements
![Budget Vote May 20 a graphical hand putting a piece of paper into a voting box]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746561053/saugertiesk12nyus/f6jwrendnfvlu6ku8svz/PurpleandWhiteIllustratedElectionDayFacebookPost.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746561053/saugertiesk12nyus/f6jwrendnfvlu6ku8svz/PurpleandWhiteIllustratedElectionDayFacebookPost.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746561053/saugertiesk12nyus/f6jwrendnfvlu6ku8svz/PurpleandWhiteIllustratedElectionDayFacebookPost.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746561053/saugertiesk12nyus/f6jwrendnfvlu6ku8svz/PurpleandWhiteIllustratedElectionDayFacebookPost.png","width":1080}])
The School Budget Vote and Board of Education Elections are coming up on Tuesday, May 20
![Student hops and jumps along a sensory path on the floor at Grant D. Morse Elementary School.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746646398/saugertiesk12nyus/wa4ww3wd8kbcmkkbns2y/IMG_9084.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746646398/saugertiesk12nyus/wa4ww3wd8kbcmkkbns2y/IMG_9084.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746646398/saugertiesk12nyus/wa4ww3wd8kbcmkkbns2y/IMG_9084.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746646398/saugertiesk12nyus/wa4ww3wd8kbcmkkbns2y/IMG_9084.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746646398/saugertiesk12nyus/wa4ww3wd8kbcmkkbns2y/IMG_9084.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746646398/saugertiesk12nyus/wa4ww3wd8kbcmkkbns2y/IMG_9084.jpg","width":2200}])
At Grant D. Morse Elementary School, Principal Kristina Giangreco and Occupational Therapist Mia Pedersen recently installed several Sensory Paths throughout the building—and here’s why!
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Last week, Saugerties administrators gathered to celebrate one of their own—Grant D. Morse Elementary School teacher Jennifer Arcadipane. She was honored as one of twelve recipients of the Teaching Excellence Awards at the Mid-Hudson School Study Council’s annual meeting and awards ceremony.
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Step into the world of creativity with stunning artwork by the talented students of the Saugerties Central School District. Throughout May, their captivating pieces will be on display at the #UlsterBOCES Jane Bullowa Conference Center in New Paltz. Don’t miss the chance to experience their remarkable artistic vision up close!
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The Scholastic Book Fair at Grant D. Morse Elementary was a page-turning success!
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We intentionally waited a day to post this—because we didn’t want to spoil any surprises for the amazing moms of our Grade 1 students at Riccardi Elementary School!