Hoosick Falls Central School District

🔵🔴 Congratulations to our Unified Bocce Team, who took home the second-place title at today’s playoff match! 🥈They faced a challenging start to the day, playing double the usual number of rounds against some tough opponents! 💪 Despite the early challenges, the team stayed determined, found its groove, and built momentum throughout the competition! Their hard work paid off as the Panthers battled their way to the finals and finished the day with an impressive second-place finish! 🏆 The team showed perseverance, teamwork, and the true spirit of Unified Sports, proving that a tough start doesn't have to determine how the day ends. Thanks for sharing, Coach Grennan! 🐾#UnifiedSports #ChooseToInclude

🧡 UNITY DAY REMINDER! Don't forget to wear ORANGE tomorrow, October 21st! Join us in making a visible statement for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion across our entire HFCS community. We can't wait to see everyone wearing their orange! 🧡

🎃 COUNTDOWN TO HALLOWEEN FUN! 👻

Friendly reminder that the Town of Hoosick Halloween Costume Parade is this Sunday, October 25th, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM!

Meet at the Gazebo at Wood Park in Hoosick Falls. The parade steps off at 5:15 PM, with prizes and donuts to follow! 🍩🧃 (A huge thank you to Stewart's Shops for donating cider and donuts!)

Do you have your costume ready?? Check out all of our contest categories and local sponsors for your chance to win a great prize! ✨

Contest Categories & Sponsors:
🎭 Most Original Costume — Sponsored by Studio 7 Salon
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best Family Costume — Sponsored by Tinkham Healing Arts
🥺 Cutest Costume — Sponsored by Hoosick Township Historical Society
😂 Funniest Costume — Sponsored by Nickelback Redemption Center
😱 Scariest Costume — Sponsored by Massage For You
🆕 🎈 Most "Kid-like" Costume — Sponsored by Hoosick Falls Jewelry

Gather the family, show off your Halloween spirit, and join in the fun! See you at Wood Park on Sunday! 🕸️

🐾 Thank You, HFCSD Board of Education! 🐾During School Board Recognition Week (October 12–16), we celebrated the dedicated individuals who serve our school community as members of the Hoosick Falls Central School District Board of Education. Their time, leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and commitment to our students help shape the future of our district. We are grateful for the many hours they devote to supporting our schools, students, staff, and families.
🐾 A special thank-you to the HFTA! At last week’s Board of Education meeting, the HFTA delivered thoughtful treats to show their appreciation for our Board members. Thank you for helping recognize the people who give so much of their time to our school community!
🐾 We are also grateful to Addison Fleming, our Ex Officio Student Board of Education Member for the 2026–2027 school year. Thank you, Addison, for bringing the student perspective to the Board and helping ensure student voices are represented in District conversations and decisions.
Please join us in thanking our Board of Education for all they do, not just during recognition week, but throughout the year! 💙🤍

🐾 GAME DAY & SENIOR NIGHT! 🔵🔴Join us at home today at 3:45 PM as our Unified Bocce team takes on Columbia and recognizes our Class of 2027 seniors! 🪑 Don't forget to bring a chair to sit back and enjoy the match! See you there!

📢 FALL FUNDRAISER REMINDER FROM OUR HFCS PTSA! 🍁

Hello HFCS Students and Families,

A friendly reminder that there is still time to help make our fall fundraiser a success! Fundraiser packets and orders are due this Wednesday, October 21.

There’s still time to reach out to family, friends, and neighbors to collect those last-minute orders!

🧸 Incentive Spotlight: Every student who sells 20 items earns a free Animal Land stuffed animal during our January movie night!

All funds raised go directly to the PTSA to help fund student field trips, school activities, and family programs. Every single sale makes a difference, and we truly appreciate everyone's participation!

Thank you for supporting our school community, and please remember to return all completed packets by Wednesday.

Warmly,

The HFCS PTSA Executive Committee
Jill Greene, President
Brittany Huynh, Vice President
Cielo Cross, Secretary

Class of 2027 Cornhole Tournament 🎯Ready to play? The Senior Class of 2027 is hosting a Cornhole Tournament, and anyone in the community can join! Grab a partner and come out for a fun day of games, raffles, door prizes, and school spirit.
📅 Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ Time: Starts at 11:00 AM
📍 Location: High School Gym
💰 Cost: $20 per team Highlights:Basket Raffles (donated by parents) Custom Cornhole Board Prize Door Prizes & Extra Games
👉 Register Your Team Here: https://forms.gle/6quyQJPWXzR6RiGu5

💙 HOLIDAY FOOD ASSISTANCE FOR HFCS FAMILIES 💙 Families needing support this holiday season can sign up for Thanksgiving and Christmas food baskets provided by the Hoosick Area Church Association (HACA) Food Pantry!

📄 How to Apply: Complete the application form (attached here and available on our website) and return it directly to HACA, or turn it in to Mrs. Irwin or Mrs. Shea at school by Friday, October 31.

🤝 Additional Food Resources: Looking for ongoing food support? (See the flyer for a complete list.) A few local resources include:

• HACA Food Pantry (Hoosick Falls): (518) 686-5310
• HFCSD Free & Reduced Lunch Program: (518) 686-9492 ext. 1708
• Cambridge Food Pantry: (518) 677-7172
• Pittstown Area Food Pantry: (518) 663-5628

Don't forget we have a Blood Drive coming up next week, on the 27th!
Sign up online: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=HFHS​
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Give the gift of life! The American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Drive at Hoosick Falls High School. Every donation makes a massive difference, and appointments are open to students, staff, and community members.
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Hoosick Falls High School
How to Schedule Your Appointment:
Scan the QR code on the event flyer
Sign up online: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=HFHS​

🐾Game day is here! Join us tonight at 7:00 PM for our Homecoming Football Game as Hoosick Falls-Tamarac hosts Granville-Whitehall. We will also be honoring our senior football players and cheerleaders! Come out and show your support! 🐾🏈📣

Don't forget to vote for our athlete Avery Whalen, who has been nominated for WTEN's Play of the Week!! https://www.news10.com/sports/vote-now-for-our-play-of-the-week/#/questions/

Winter sports start in November and sign-ups start today!
Sign-ups begin:
10/16/2026 for JV / Varsity
10/23/2026 for Modified
Students must have an updated physical from 11/2025 forward for JV/Varsity and Modified in order to participate.
If your child needs to update their concussion test, it will be sent to their school email.
If your child needs a school sports physical, contact Nurse Herbig as soon as possible to ensure they are eligible to practice at the start of the season: herbiga@hoosickfallscsd.org OR 518-686-7321 x1514
Parents/Guardians must use Family ID to sign their child(ren) up for sports: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/hoosick-falls-central-school-district

Times of crisis reveal the true heart of a community, and Hoosick Falls always comes together to support one another in times of need.

The District would like to express its sincere gratitude to Community Hospice and Rensselaer County Mental Health, as well as our District staff, for their support as we navigate an extremely difficult week. We would also like to thank our parents and guardians for their patience and understanding during Tuesday morning’s two-hour delay, which allowed us additional time to prepare for the return of our students.

Please read this important letter from Superintendent Dailey.

Good afternoon. Please be advised that we will have a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, October 13th. Breakfast will not be served. As a reminder, there are no classes tomorrow, Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day. Thank you.

🤼‍♂️ HOOSICK FALLS PANTHERS YOUTH WRESTLING IS BACK! Calling all young wrestlers! Registration is now open for the 2026–27 season!
📅 Season begins: November 16, 2026, and runs through mid-February, depending on standings.

🤼 RECREATIONAL WRESTLING: Grades K–2 👥 30 wrestlers maximum ⏰ First to register!
🏆 TRAVEL TEAM WRESTLING: Grades 3–6 👥 30 wrestlers maximum ⏰ First to register!

📲 To Register, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduvXgeoQv4jJeqdknkqVSeKiYR8wGnrMz0PImYo_XA8ckarg/viewform

Questions? Contact the Coaches🤼 Recreational Wrestling Coach: Landon Nelson - nelsonl@hoosickcsd.org 🏆 Travel Team Coach: Kevin Robichaud - 518-953-7984 or krobichaud@hoosac.org
📱 Follow the Panthers Youth Wrestling Facebook & Instagram pages for updates!

🏀🔥 GET READY FOR A NIGHT OF HIGH-FLYING FUN! 🔥🏀 The HF Student Travel Club is bringing the excitement to the court with a Harlem Tricksterz vs. HF Faculty Dream Team showdown! 🎉Expect high energy, hilarious antics, amazing tricks, and plenty of laughs — all while supporting our students and their travel adventures! 🌎✈️

📅 Tuesday, November 10th
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 HFHS Gym
🍿 Concessions will be available!

🎟️ TICKETS:
⭐ $18 Advance / Discounted
⭐ $20 at the Door
⭐ $30 VIP (Autograph & early access to the game for a meet-and-greet!)
📍 Pick up discounted advance tickets($18) at:
• Trustco
• The Youth Center
• Falls Diner
Or send cash or a check to school, Attn: Holly Cary. Please make checks out to HFCS Student Travel Club.

Come cheer on our students, staff, and the Harlem Tricksterz for a night the whole family will enjoy!
For more information:
📧 Holly Cary — caryh@hoosickfallscsd.org
📧 Peggy Neville — mannyneville@gmail.com

Mark your calendars for October 21st! 🧡 Pick out your favorite orange outfit to show your support for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion this Unity Day.

📐 Mathematician of the Month & First Day Fun! 📏Congratulations to the September Mathematician of the Month awardees from Mrs. Nelson's high school math classes! 👏🎉Regents Geometry: Laney Kasulinous, Aurora Ferraro, & Myla Steller; Intro to Geometry: Makayla Wiggins; Stats/Probability: Ryan Sparks. To kick off the school year, Mrs. Nelson's Geometry students also jumped into a hands-on Spaghetti & Marshmallow Building Contest! 🍝🍡 Check out the awesome teamwork, problem-solving, and creative towers they built on day one. Thanks for sharing, Mrs. Nelson!🐾To see more pictures, head on over to our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HoosickFallsCentral/