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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
VISION
We are a beacon of educational excellence, where every individual is inspired to achieve their fullest potential.
News and Announcements
Students in Matthew Hogan’s music class at Grant D. Morse Elementary School are learning about cueing—knowing when to start and stop playing based on a conductor’s gestures.
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.
The School Budget Vote and Board of Education Elections are coming up on Tuesday, May 20
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!
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.