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!
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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.
REMINDER!
The district offers families in grades 6-12 the opportunity to purchase laptop insurance for their student's device.
Insurance coverage provides peace of mind, ensures a quick and hassle free service, and helps students stay focused on their learning without interruption.
Coverage options:
- 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
The deadline to purchase insurance for this school year is October 31, 2026.
Purchase Insurance Coverage here: https://gpo.worthavegroup.com/gpo/taconichills/
We’re looking for more participants to join our “Touch-a-Truck” Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 23rd!
This is a great opportunity to promote your business, hand out candy to students, and connect with the community.
If you’re interested in participating, please contact Hollie VanTassel at HVanTassel@taconichills.k12.ny.us. as soon as possible.
We’d love to have you join us!
📅When? Saturday, October 24 2026 at 3PM
📍Where? Catskill Bowling Alley (Hoe Bowl Catskill Lanes)
💰Cost? $25 for 2 games
In addition to bowling, food and drinks will be available for purchase, and there will be a 50/50 raffle!
R.S.V.P to Bunny at (845) 444-0086 by October 21st if you plan to attend.
Come out, have some fun, and help support our students through the Taconic Hills Support Staff Scholarship Fund! 🧡
Today is National PTO/PTA Appreciation Day! 🫶🏻💗
We are so grateful for the parents/guardians of our PTO and all they do for the staff and students of Taconic Hills.
Our PTO serves Grades PreK–8 and is dedicated to providing our students with the best opportunities and memories, while also providing our staff with recognition and plenty of thank-yous along the way!
Join us in thanking our PTO! Head over to their Facebook page to leave them a message of appreciation! 🧡👏🏻https://www.facebook.com/taconichillselementarypto
Attention Grades 7-12!
Next week is homecoming! Join in the festivities and show your school spirit by participating in Spirit week!
Monday, 9/28: Slumber Party
Wear your coziest jammies and slippers! Coordinate with friends, grab a stuffed animal, and have a great day!
Tuesday, 9/29: Under Construction
Embrace the construction by wearing hard hats, work boots, safety vests, eye goggles, and other construction wear!
Wednesday, 9/30: Battle of the Holidays
- 7th Grade: Easter
- 8th Grade: Valentine's Day
- 9th Grade: 4th of July
- 10th Grade: St. Patrick's Day
- 11th Grade: Christmas
- 12th Grade: New Year's Eve
Thursday, 10/1: Wrong Occassion
Wait! You mean I'm not a reffing today? Today isn't my swim meet? My Quinceanera isn't today! WHOOPS! Looks like I dressed for the wrong occassion. Dress for something that today absolutely is NOT!
Friday, 10/2: Titan Pride
Wear your Titan gear and join the fun with Titan Pride!
Don't forget to come out to watch the Homecoming Football Game against Millbrook at 7PM! Let's Go Titans!
And as always, you must be dressed school appropriate.
Any questions? Contact Mrs. Banyard or Ms. Shook.
Fall is here!
Roeliff Jansen Library Book Giveaway, Support Staff Bowling Fundraiser, Homecoming Spirit Week, Travel Youth Basketball, and more!
Check out the Friday Folder for the week of September 21-25, 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!
The annual review of the Title I Parent & Family Engagement Policy (BOE Policy 1900) will take place during the Policy Committee Meeting on Thursday, October 1st at 5:30 PM.
We encourage community members and families to participate and share any suggestions or revisions to the policy.
You can review the current Title I Parent & Family Engagement Policy here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12Yx_BWtnedJibIg7_SRIkeUA-Sp_q9b6zG7Or3ypP44/edit?usp=sharing
If you cannot attend but have reviewed the policy and have suggestions, please send them via email to Alexsis Ellsworth, District Clerk, at DistrictClerk@taconichills.k12.ny.us.
Thank you for your continued support!
