The Taconic Hills Central School District is seeking candidates for three open seats on its Board of Education.
This year, there are two (2) five-year terms commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2031. These terms will succeed Board Members Bonnie Torchia and Margaret Hallisey, whose current terms expire on June 30, 2026. In addition, there is one (1) one-year term commencing May 20, 2026 and expiring June 20, 2027, to succeed Board Member Kevin Maisenbacher.
Serving as a board member is more than attending meetings. It means being active in the school community, attending district events, and committing at least two evenings per month to district responsibilities.
Candidate petitions are due by April 20, 2026, and the election will take place May 19, 2026, during the annual budget vote.
To be eligible, candidates must:
- Be a qualified voter of the district, at least 18 years old, and a U.S. citizen.
- Have been a district resident for at least one year.
- Not be a current district employee or hold another incompatible public office.
Board members guide the district by monitoring student progress, evaluating the superintendent, ensuring policies support district goals, and fulfilling governance responsibilities.
For more information or to download the application packet, please visit the “School Board Election Information” page on the Taconic Hills CSD website: https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/school-board-election-information
You may also contact Alexsis Miller, District Clerk, at AMiller1@taconichills.k12.ny.us
Step up and help make a difference in our schools and community!
Registration for Pre-K and Kindergarten for the upcoming school year is now open! If you have a child who will be turning 4 or 5 on or before December 1, 2026, it’s time to start the registration process at Taconic Hills.
📌 Pre-K Registration
Children who will be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026 are eligible for Pre-K. Due to limited class sizes, families interested in Pre-K must complete a lottery form in addition to the required registration paperwork.
If needed, the lottery drawing will take place on Monday, March 9, and all families will be notified shortly afterward. Please complete the lottery form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFQe9qe5T1m8Fm9D8J-XnfL877QJhVRGdJBESqOjnY_ainQQ/viewform
📌 Kindergarten Registration
Children who will be 5 years old on or before December 1, 2026 are eligible to register for Kindergarten.
You can begin gathering required documents and completing the registration packet here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18hwj1F84c_lMkUb1slbe7dsGjDw9zMbr/view?usp=sharing
For additional details, online registration access, and helpful resources, please visit the Student Registration page on our website:
https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/student-registration
We look forward to welcoming new families and supporting your child as they begin their learning journey!
REMINDER! Early Bird Registration is open for Taconic Hills Little League!
Register here: https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1196801
* if you do not have access to a computer, paper registration forms can be furnished upon request
The Divisions with recommended ages:
TBall - 4-6 year old (COED)
Coach Pitch (Baseball and Softball) - 7/8 year old
Minors (Baseball and Softball) - 9/10 year old
Majors (Baseball and Softball) - 11/12 year old
Early Bird Registration Cost: $25
If you would like to volunteer to coach or assist in coaching, please apply as a volunteer during the registration process. If you have already registered your child, you can still log back into your account and apply to volunteer.
We are very grateful for the hard work and dedication of our community parents!
For more information please visit taconichillslittleleague.com
Thank you to Club Advisor, Ms. Hay, for sharing!!!
We are excited to share that Ava Hodges will be advancing to Substates in Senior Creed Speaking! 🎉
In addition, our outstanding Parliamentary Procedure teams earned 2nd place and will also be moving on to Substates. Parliamentary Procedure challenges teams to run a meeting while correctly following parliamentary rules and procedures.
We are so proud of all our students for their hard work and dedication! 💙💛🌽
❤️The District will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents' Day.
💕There will continue to be no school through Friday, February 20th.
💘Classes will resume on Monday, February 23rd.
We wish everyone a safe and warm break!
At the meeting, Board President Bonnie Torchia read a statement from Mr. Maisenbacher sharing his reasons for resigning and expressing his sincere gratitude to the community for the opportunity to serve the district.
The District extends its appreciation to Mr. Maisenbacher for his service and wishes him nothing but the best. We also welcome Mrs. O’Rourke and thank her for her willingness to serve the District in the months ahead.
Spring Athletics Registration, Elementary Music Concerts/Art Show Dates, February Titan Herald Newsletter, and more!
Check out the Friday Folder for February 13, 2026!
To stay up to date with current news & events, follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
On January 23, our Food Services team served a special speed-scratch lunch featuring Mongolian meatballs, garlic brown rice, and roasted broccoli, made with fresh New York State ingredients! 🍽️
Speed-scratch cooking combines high-quality, pre-made items (like our NYS beef meatballs) with from-scratch preparation. Our team built the rest of the meal from scratch, creating a fresh, flavorful lunch students loved.
In partnership with Brigaid, NYSED, and Cornell Cooperative Extension, we’re proud to continue expanding innovative, locally sourced meals for our students!
REMINDER!
If you have a child who will be turning 4 or 5 on or before December 1, 2026, it’s time to start the registration process at Taconic Hills.
📌 Pre-K Registration
Children who will be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026 are eligible for Pre-K. Due to limited class sizes, families interested in Pre-K must complete a lottery form in addition to the required registration paperwork no later than Friday, March 6, 2026.
If needed, the lottery drawing will take place on Monday, March 9, and all families will be notified shortly afterward. Please complete the lottery form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFQe9qe5T1m8Fm9D8J-XnfL877QJhVRGdJBESqOjnY_ainQQ/viewform
📌 Kindergarten Registration
Children who will be 5 years old on or before December 1, 2026 (and are not currently in our Pre-K Program) are eligible to register for Kindergarten.
You can begin gathering required documents and completing the registration packet here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18hwj1F84c_lMkUb1slbe7dsGjDw9zMbr/view?usp=sharing
For additional details, online registration access, and helpful resources, please visit the Student Registration page on our website:
https://www.taconichills.k12.ny.us/page/student-registration
At the Jr./Sr. High School, students showed their appreciation by signing posters filled with messages of thanks for their counselors as simple but meaningful way to put our counseling team in the spotlight.
Thank you to our counselors!
• Jen Berry – Grades PK–2
• Brian Whitley – Grades 3–6
• Gabby Mattson – Grades 7–8
• Nicholas Purificato – Grades 9–12 (last names A–L)
• Christopher Tramel – Grades 9–12 (last names M–Z)
During the conference, students learned how bills are passed and connected with legislators, agricultural leaders, and top FFA members from across New York State.
Our students also had the opportunity to meet with Senator Michelle Hinchey, Assembly Member DeStefano, and Assembly Member Fitzpatrick, where they discussed:
🌱 the importance of agricultural education programs in schools
🌱 what FFA is and the role it plays in developing student leaders
🌱 the importance of soil health and the future of agriculture
We are incredibly proud of our students for representing Taconic Hills FFA with professionalism, confidence, and passion for agriculture. Experiences like this help prepare the next generation of agricultural leaders!
Early Bird Registration is open for Taconic Hills Little League!
Register here: https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1196801
* if you do not have access to a computer, paper registration forms can be furnished upon request
The Divisions with recommended ages:
TBall - 4-6 year old (COED)
Coach Pitch (Baseball and Softball) - 7/8 year old
Minors (Baseball and Softball) - 9/10 year old
Majors (Baseball and Softball) - 11/12 year old
Early Bird Registration Cost: $25
If you would like to volunteer to coach or assist in coaching, please apply as a volunteer during the registration process. If you have already registered your child, you can still log back into your account and apply to volunteer.
We are very grateful for the hard work and dedication of our community parents!
For more information please visit taconichillslittleleague.com
We were also proud to recognize our Quarter 2 “Dependable” students who missed less than half a day of school between November 7 and January 30, along with students who showed the most improvement from Quarter 1 to Quarter 2 and those who have made outstanding growth since the start of 2026.
To wrap up the assembly, student Gavin drew names from the ticket bin to select prize winners. Students earn tickets when they are observed demonstrating Titan Strong behaviors, and those tickets are entered into the prize drawings. Prizes build throughout the year, beginning with a hot chocolate bar in December, followed by a pajama day two weeks ago, and next up — a schoolwide game day!
Since introducing PBIS, we’ve seen exciting growth in attendance, and it’s been amazing to watch our students rise to the challenge!
TH Little League Registration, Harlem Wizards Game TOMORROW, Elementary Literacy Night, and more!
Check out the Friday Folder for February 6, 2026!
To stay up to date with current news & events, follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
Last chance to sign up!!
Our Elementary Literacy Team is hosting an “I ❤️ Reading” Literacy Night on Thursday, February 12th from 5:00–7:00 PM for students in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.
This will be an interactive evening where students will receive a punch card at the door. Each literacy station they visit earns them a punch, and students who visit all stations can enter to win a hoverboard or other fun prizes!
Enjoy door prizes, games, free cookies and hot cocoa, and a free book courtesy of the PTO!
Entry is FREE! Pre-register your student(s) now! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemiZkykP20bsXvOJMEMNyo6VY4n_OwL_1cdPTQViIf71Yo5Q/viewform
We hope to see you there!
