Please note that in person tax payments will be unavailable this day.
As we observe tomorrow, take a moment to reflect on our shared history, recognize diverse perspectives, and continue learning from one another.
We'll see you on Tuesday, October 13th!
Reminder to Grades 3-8!
Award winning Author and Cartoonist, Mike Dawson, will be visiting our District on November 12th.
Some of his works include The Fifth Quarter graphic novel series as well as The Hidden Dominion of Geordie James. His comics have appeared in The New Yorker, Slate, Romper, and frequently within the pages of The New York Times.
On November 12th, Mr. Dawson will be doing some interactive drawing with our students during the assemblies and hosting a cartooning workshop for those students interested in learning more about telling stories through pictures.
If you are interested in purchasing one of his books and having it autographed, please complete this order form and return to Beth Flores in the Elementary Library by October 20th: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H6g4ktrK20ZhmQ01VynPfpcF9_oF6b1SoGzdjZzicY0/edit?usp=sharing
We would like to invite all veterans and active-duty military members to join us for our annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Assemblies on Tuesday, November 10th!
The breakfast will begin at 7:30AM in the Elementary School. There will then be two assemblies beginning at 8:30AM for our Jr/Sr High students, and then another at 9:30AM for our Elementary students.
We would love to have you join us as we recognize and thank the veterans in our community for their service to our country.
We hope you can attend and look forward to celebrating with you!
The Annual Juniors v. Seniors Powderpuff game will be held on Thursday, October 29th at 7:00PM on the new feature turf field!
Come cheer on the ladies of the Class of 2027 as they take on the Class of 2028 in a game of football!
The concession stand will be open, so bring your friends and come out to support our Lady Titans!
Fall weather is here & the leaves are changing!🍂
District Closed on Monday, Veterans Day Assemblies, Powderpuff Football Game, Free Hip Hop Dance Workshop in Spencertown, and more!
Check out the Friday Folder for the week of October 5-9, 2026 here: https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/friday-folder
The Friday Folder is a weekly link to our website highlighting upcoming events, important information, and district celebrations.
To stay up to date with the most current news & events, follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
A reminder that laptop insurance is still available for purchase for students in Grades 6-12.
Accidents happen, and purchasing insurance can help prevent delays when your student’s device needs to be repaired. Coverage can help keep your student connected to their schoolwork while minimizing unexpected repair or replacement costs.
Basic Plan: Covers common accidental damage, including missing keys, cracked or damaged screens, water damage, and more.
Pro Plan: Includes all Basic Plan coverage, plus protection for lost or stolen devices and more extensive damage.
The deadline to purchase laptop insurance for the 2026–2027 school year is October 31.
Already have an outstanding device charge? You can still purchase insurance. Coverage will be retroactive, so you can purchase a plan even if your student currently has an outstanding device charge.
For a small cost compared to the expense of repairing or replacing a device, insurance can help keep your student’s learning on track, minimize interruptions, and give families peace of mind if something happens to their device.
We encourage families to consider purchasing coverage before the October 31 deadline.
Purchase laptop insurance through Worth Ave. Group: https://gpo.worthavegroup.com/gpo/taconichills/
Device Information & Cost
- Lenovo 11E (Grades 7-12) for accidental damages: $46
- Lenovo 11E (Grades 7-12) for accidental damages & theft/loss protection: $80
- Lenovo 300E (Grade 6) for accidental damages: $38
- Lenovo 300E (Grade 6) for accidental damages & theft/loss protection: $64
Hey Titans,
A quick lunch menu update for tomorrow:
Due to supply chain issues, we will be changing tomorrow’s menu, Friday, October 9th.
Instead of the original meal planned, we will be serving stuffed crust pizza with a tossed salad. 🍕
Thank you for your understanding! We look forward to bringing the originally planned meal back to the menu as soon as we have all of our ingredients.
We appreciate your flexibility and can’t wait to serve you tomorrow! 🧡🖤
- Taconic Hills CSD Food Service Department
This past Sunday, our girls soccer teams had the incredible opportunity to watch Gotham Football Club take on Angel City Football Club at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey! ⚽
For many of our athletes, this was their first time attending a live professional soccer game. They had the opportunity to watch incredibly talented female athletes compete at the highest level and see firsthand what is possible when you dream big and work hard toward your goals.
The team sang songs and played games together on the bus, cheered their hearts out from the stands, and made memories that they will carry with them for years to come. To make the day even more special, they even had the opportunity to meet some of the players after the game!
This was more than just a field trip or soccer game. This was an opportunity for our female athletes to see women succeeding at the highest levels of their sport, to be inspired by the possibilities ahead of them, and to remind them to dream big, work hard, and never stop believing in themselves.
A huge thank you to Coach Liz Yorck, Bus Driver Dodi Diamond, and all of the chaperones who helped make this experience possible. We are grateful for your support of our student athletes! 💗
Selection for an All-State Ensemble is a highly competitive honor, with a limited number of spots available. Student musicians must prepare a solo at NYSSMA’s highest level of difficulty and complete rigorous sight-reading evaluations as part of the audition process. Calee earned her selection with a perfect score of 100 during her audition last April at the NYSSMA Zone 10 Solo Festival.
Calee will travel to Rochester December 3–6 for the NYSSMA Winter Conference, where she will rehearse with exceptional student musicians from across the state before performing at the renowned Eastman Theatre on December 6.
“We are very proud of Calee and her accomplishments,” said Rebecca Miller, Calee’s Vocal Educator. “The hard work and dedication demanded by her craft is evident. Calee will be an excellent representative of our music department.”
Calee’s passion for the performing arts extends beyond All-State. She is a member of Select Choir and has taken on significant roles in Taconic Hills Drama Club productions. She also participates in Varsity athletics and is a consistent High Honor Roll student, sharing her talents on the stage, on the field, and in the classroom. This summer, Calee was also selected to participate in a prestigious program at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Please join us in congratulating Calee on this incredible achievement! We are so proud to have her represent Taconic Hills and look forward to cheering her on as she takes the All-State stage!
- FAFSA & NYS Aid
- Scholarships & Grants
- Application tips & deadlines
- Long-term college financial planning
This event will be held on Tuesday, October 13th at 6:00PM in the High School Library.
We hope to see you there!
Using a croquis, they are practicing value and shading to show how clothing drapes and moves on the body. They are applying those skills to secondhand garments, studying each piece and sketching possibilities for its reuse and redesign.
These illustrations will serve as a guide as students begin altering their garments and bringing their designs to life.
We can’t wait to see what our students create with their creativity, skills, and Mrs. Bauhoff’s guidance! ♻️✨
Attention Grades 3-8!
Author and Cartoonist, Mike Dawson, will be visiting our elementary and junior high students on November 12th.
Mike Dawson is the award-winning author of The Fifth Quarter graphic novel series as well as The Hidden Dominion of Geordie James. His comics have appeared in The New Yorker, Slate, Romper, and frequently within the pages of The New York Times.
On November 12th, Mr. Dawson will be doing some interactive drawing with our students during the assemblies and hosting a cartooning workshop for those students interested in learning more about telling stories through pictures.
If you are interested in purchasing one of his books and having it autographed, please complete this order form and return to Beth Flores in the Elementary Library by October 20th: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H6g4ktrK20ZhmQ01VynPfpcF9_oF6b1SoGzdjZzicY0/edit?usp=sharing
Spooky season has arrived!
October Lunch Menu, Youth Day at A.B. Shaw Fire Company, Book Order Form for Upcoming Author visit, and so much more!
Check out the Friday Folder for the week of September 28 - October 2, 2026 here: https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/friday-folder
The Friday Folder is a weekly link to our website highlighting upcoming events, important information, and district celebrations.
To stay up to date with the most current news & events, follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
Interested vendors should contact Amie Moore (AMoore@taconichills.k12.ny.us) or Hollie Van Tassel (HVanTassel@taconichills.k12.ny.us) ASAP! ❄️🪀
We are looking for the following individuals to join our team:
- School Psychologist
- Registered Nurse
- Elementary Special Education Teacher
- Automotive Mechanic
Looking for a great new opportunity in beautiful Upstate New York? Taconic Hills is just 15 minutes from the city of Hudson, 5 minutes from the Taconic State Parkway, and 15 minutes from the Massachusetts border!
Come join our tight-knit community while enjoying the beauty of our rural landscape.🌄
📢Apply now on recruitfront! https://taconichills.recruitfront.com/Default
This month's menu features some student favorites and new items!
Highlights:
🍝Chicken Penne Alfredo
🍗Roasted Chicken with Mashed Potatoes
🍜 Beef & Broccoli Over Rice
🥘 Autumn Warmer Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
🎃 Halloween Deep Dish Pizza
Check out the whole menu here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m6ZBT1jLMRORdJpqCCHAh4IY7mqzRmXD/view?usp=drive_link
A reminder that breakfast and lunch are provided to all students at no charge.
Award-winning and bestselling author Doreen Cronin will be at Books & Cake Bookstore next Saturday, October 3 at 11:00 AM for a special storytime!
Doreen visited Taconic Hills this past spring, and our students had an incredible time meeting her and enjoying her stories. We’re excited to share that she’ll be back in the area for another opportunity to meet young readers!
Reserve your FREE spot here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/storytime-with-award-winning-and-bestselling-author-doreen-cronin-tickets-1999411278958
Don’t miss this fun opportunity!
To all who purchased Chicken BBQ tickets from our Senior Class:
Pickup will be from 4PM-6PM in the Jr/Sr High Cafeteria.
Please park in the pool parking lot at the back of the building and enter through the back entrance.
Pick up your meal(s) & stay to watch the Homecoming Football game at 7PM!
Thank you for supporting our seniors!
Please contact Hollie Van Tassel with any questions.