
Last Friday was Senior Field Day!☀️🧡 Students got together to team up and play games as a class together, one last time. Check out the fun here! https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1454uhUdHFV35B_d56b-5EHk6YUxDBBtT?usp=sharing

Dear Families,
The application for the 2025-2026 Taconic Hills Before & After School Program is now open! Please note that space is limited, and spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to secure a spot for your child.
If you have any questions, please contact us at beforeandafter@taconichills.k12.ny.us.
Application Link: https://forms.gle/mF4dcTGQYABwC8pW8

We had a wonderful time at the 8th grade Science Fair Thursday! Congratulations to the winners who worked very hard on their projects. The Winners are, in alphabetical order:
💠The Amount of Crystals From the Ice Pack vs the Temperature by Sophia Banker and Braelyn Miller
🦃Which Shot Is Better for Turkeys; 4 Shot vs 8 Shot vs 2 Shot? by Gavin Buchinsky and Hunter Puff
🌱What Grows While You Play? by Kameryn Conklin
🌧The Effects of Acid Rain on Our Plants by Bentley Jennings
Also, congratulations to the students who received Honorable Mention for all of their hard work:
🌸Sweet Pea Flower Growth and Plant Fertilizer by Jaxson Buttner and Landyn Limoges
🎶How Music Effects Your Mood by Emma Genito
📚Does Studying Help? by Anna Martin and Brooklynn Lopez
🐟What Kind of Bait Catches the Most Fish? by Logan Pace
Congratulations to all who participated!



Congratulations to the "Principal for a day" Raffle winners from the Taconic Hills Elementary PTO!
Brystol Delaney has replaced Mrs. Backlund for today in grades PreK-2, while Candice Roberts has replaced Ms. D'Amico in grades 3-6.🧡🥰



The Senior Class Trip was June 2-4 to Pocono Valley in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
Check out all the fun they had here! https://photos.app.goo.gl/3kDDFcLVFmYrJTyi9
Shoutout to Senior Class Advisors Angela Webster and Fred Hutchinson for providing the Class of 2025 with memories that will last a lifetime!

Congratulations to this week's Titan Strong Certificate Winners!


Today, the 5th Grade traveled to Howe Caverns! This underground adventure was the perfect way to dig deeper into their recent studies of Earth’s surface, including topics like erosion and calcification. ⛏
Thank you to Mrs. Jause for sharing these photos! It looks like the day really "rocked"!


The Taconic Hills Little League is hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser!
When? Saturday, June 7 from 8AM - 11AM
Where? Copake Memorial Park
Cost? $10 for Adults, $5 for Kids 12 and under
Please contact Ryan Proper at rproper7@gmail.com with questions or if you would like to buy tickets.
Thank you for supporting our players!


Dear Grades 7-12 Parents/Guardians,
Please review the June 2025 Exam Schedule for Grades 7-12: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_RDa2j9uLFRThqIsjlitDeQeHHWke7dN/view?usp=sharing
Note that sections are color coordinated according to grade level, as well as for Regents Exams. Please review special notes at the bottom regarding half day transportation on certain dates.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the High School Main office at 518-325-2840 as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mike Teator & Darby Dellea
Jr/Sr High Principal & Assistant Principal

Congratulations to this week's Titan Strong Certificate Winners!


📣 REMINDER
Tomorrow, May 20, is a big day in our District – full of opportunities to engage, learn, and celebrate!
🗳️ Annual Budget Vote & Board Member Election
🕛 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Veterans Community Room
Your vote matters!
📚 Elementary Learning Fair
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Elementary Library
Bring the whole family for an evening of hands-on learning, creativity, and tasty treats!
🎶 Grades 9–12 Spring Concert & Art Show
🕖 7:00 PM | Lyle G. Hamm Performing Arts Center
Enjoy an inspiring showcase of our students’ musical and artistic talents!
We hope to see you at one — or better yet, all of these events!


Congratulations to the Honor Roll Recipients for the 3rd Quarter of the 2024-2025 school year!
Well done, Titans!🧡
https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/honor-roll

Congratulations to this week's Titan Strong Certificate Winners!


The community is invited to attend a public hearing on Wednesday, May 21st at 6:00 PM in the Board of Education Room. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the proposed use of funds from the Repair Reserve Fund for repairs to the District’s Terrazzo flooring.

REMINDER
Tonight is our Jr. High (Grades 7-8) Spring Concert & Art Show beginning at 7PM in the Lyle G. Hamm Performing Arts Center!
We hope to see you there!!🎶🎶

Our "Summer Enrichment" Page on our website has been updated to reflect 2025 summer programs.
https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/summer-enrichment-programss

📣Attention Elementary Families!
Join us for the Elementary Learning Fair on May 20th!
Be sure to join us for a fun filled night of learning! view amazing projects from our students, and participate in some fantastic activities with your child while enjoying yummy treats!
Our art, music, technology, and STREAM teachers will be here, ready to guide you through some awesome experiments and projects! Come make a kaleidoscope, origami, baseball planters, or bedazzle your own drum! See the Titan Voyager as well!
📆Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
⏰Time: Drop in anytime between 4:30PM - 6:30PM
📍Location: Elementary Library
Please email Beth Flores at bflores@taconichills.k12.ny.us if you plan on attending so that we can ensure we have enough materials and treats!


A huge thank you to Kimberly Joy Carey Lmt, owner of Teacher Love Massage Therapy, for joining us today and providing our teaching staff with some well deserved T-L-C! 💜🥰


May 5-9, 2025 is Teacher Appreciation Week!🍎
This week, we proudly celebrate the heart of our schools — our incredible teachers. Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and daily commitment to shaping the future. Your impact goes far beyond the classroom.
Let’s take a moment to recognize and celebrate the educators who make a difference every single day. 🧡 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
