The HFCS PTSA FUN RUN is tomorrow, 🎉 which means tonight is the LAST NIGHT FOR DONATIONS on MyBooster.com before our big event! 🚨 We are SO CLOSE to reaching our goal. Can you help us? Every donation, no matter what size, makes a HUGE impact on our school!
So far, every share and donation has added up to $8,106. Would you consider reaching out to one or two more people to help keep the momentum going? Every contribution brings us closer to getting field trips & student experiences for our students.
❗ REMINDER: Send your student to school wearing appropriate clothing and sneakers to be ready for tomorrow's HFCS PTSA FUN RUN. This is a student-only event. Parents do not attend. (Do you want to volunteer for events like this in the future? Join the HFCS PTSA! https://hoosickfallscsd.givebacks.com/shop )
Thank you for working hard to support our students and school. We truly appreciate you and hope the kids have a blast tomorrow!!
- HFCS PTSA




BVHC serves 4,000 patients from 120 towns - 23 of which are in NY.
There is a shortage of dental providers. To help those without access to care or even limited access, we are arming our youngest residents with the tools they need to have healthy mouths.
Working with our youngest residents, it is our hope that we can cultivate a lifelong commitment to oral health.
We are committed to supporting our local schools in their efforts to make oral health a priority.
Our outreach and education program is sponsored in part by Northeast Delta Dental Foundation and Stewart's Shops Holiday Match Program.
Jim Martinez has been on the board of directors since 2021 and facilitated the relationship between BVHC and HFCSD.
Thank you for supporting our students!




Southwest Tech and HFCS are proud to announce the outstanding achievements of its students at the recent SkillsUSA Vermont State Leadership and Skills Conference. Demonstrating exceptional technical skill and professional dedication, three students earned second-place silver medals in their respective competitive fields.
The following HFCS high school students have been recognized for their top-tier performances:
Hailey Bedford: 2nd Place in Audio Production
Olivia LeFebvre: 2nd Place in Crime Scene Investigation
Bella Marpe: 2nd Place in Baking
The SkillsUSA state competition brings together students from across Vermont to compete in hands-on technical, skilled, and service occupations. These contests are judged by industry professionals, ensuring that winners meet the rigorous standards required in today’s workforce. We are incredibly proud of Hailey, Olivia, and Bella for their hard work and commitment to excellence!
Competition pictures: Hailey Bedford with Izzy Gibson (MAU) and Bella Marpe with Gabe Perkins and Daniel Wellspeak (both MAU).











In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the U. S., GWTI is offering 50 free professional development workshops! The information about the GWTI 250 programs is available here: https://www.mountvernon.org/education/teachers/professional-development/gwti-250-regional-teacher-programs
As part of the Northeast Regional Ambassador Group, Mrs. Brownell is covering programs in NY and VT. Her first program will be held on May 29th at Fort Ticonderoga, and her second program will take place in October at the Bennington Museum. Her program is called Teaching George Washington Through Character Education and Literacy. The website for the NY event has more details: https://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/teaching-george-washington-through-character-education-and-literacy
Congratulations, Mrs. Brownell!













DON'T FORGET! Today, Tuesday, May 19th from 9 am-8:30 pm is the HFCSD Budget Vote! The District Art Show is on display, the annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for HACA will start at 2:30, and the Spring Concert takes place at 7 pm. The Regular Board of Education Meeting is tonight from 6:30-8:30 pm in the High School Cafeteria. Thank you to our Election Clerks: Carolyn Bornt, Judy VanDerKar, Bonnie Vitro, Ellen Baker, and Katherine Sheffer. Please come out to VOTE!

Don't forget, tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19th from 9 am-8:30 pm is the HFCSD Budget Vote! The District Art Show will also be on display, the annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for HACA will be going on from 2:30 - 6 pm, and the Spring Concert takes place at 7 pm. Please come out to VOTE! 🐾
2026 - 2027 BUDGET VOTE- May 19th from 9 am - 8:30 pm
Budget at a Glance
Proposed Budget: $32,781,932
Tax Levy Increase: At the tax cap of 0.45%
Board of Education: Election of two open seats for a three-year term, ending 6/30/29.
> Jackolyn Houghton
> Timothy Stratton Jr.
Proposition #1: General Fund Budget
Proposition #2: Bus Proposition
Proposition #3: Capital Project
Learn more about this Project on our HFCSD website: https://www.hoosickfallscsd.org/o/hfcsd/page/2026-capital-improvement-project
Voters must be a United States citizen, at least 18 years of age, and a resident of the district for at least 30 days prior to the vote. All individual s must provide proof of residency at time of vote. Proof must include a physical address, not a P.O. Box. For those who cannot vote in person, absentee ballots may be requested through the District Office at (518) 686-7321 x1600. All ballots must be mailed or delivered to the school and received by 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2026 to qualify as a legal ballot.
Support students when you come to the Budget Vote on MAY 19, 2026!
HFCSD ART SHOW K - 12 Art & Woodworking: 9 AM - 8:30 PM
EMPTY BOWLS Fundraiser for HACA: 2:30 - 6 PM
$10 Donation recommended. Donation allows you to choose
1 student-made bowl or mug and get 2 scoops of ice cream.
Ice Cream donated by Stewart’s Shops.
SPRING CONCERT Middle School & High School: 7 - 8:30 PM







💻 Register online with BOOSTER at MyBooster.com
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 05/20/2026
👟 Event Day – 05/29/2026 (ALL UPK-8 Students)



High School Art Teacher, Mr. Rob Viera, worked with a few of his art students to design and paint cornhole boards for an ADAPT fundraiser, set to take place in the fall. The boards were donated by a member of the ADAPT team, and then designed and painted by Natalie Pello (not pictured), Kaydence Williams, Daylin Acevedo, Reese Richard, and Mr. Viera. Thanks for sharing Mr. Viera, and stay tuned for more information about this fundraiser, which will benefit the Class of 2027. 🐾

🎉On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the New York State Basketball Hall of Fame inducted its Class of 2026 at a ceremony held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy, NY. Among the distinguished honorees was Coach Mike Lilac Jr., longtime Varsity Basketball and Baseball Coach (and current Athletic Director) at Hoosick Falls. Coach Lilac joins an elite class of NYS basketball inductees, including three-time NBA champion and NCAA champion, Danny Green and Yale University's all-time winningest coach, James Jones. Coach Lilac was introduced by Rodger Wyland, News Channel 13's Sports Director and host of Big Board Sports. Some of Coach Lilac's accomplishments include being the Wasaren Leagues All-time winningest Basketball Coach with 462 wins, and over 400 wins for Varsity Baseball. Congratulations, Coach Lilac and thanks for sharing Mrs. Branigan!🐾!🐾




📅 Friday, May 15
🕒 Pickup: 3:00–6:30 PM
📍 Hoosick Falls Central School Concession Stand
(Unfortunately, all meals needed to be preordered. )
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser!

