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The holidays are near, and as a special treat, The Taconic Hills Elementary Parent Teacher Organization is hosting a holiday shop!

This fun, in-school holiday store lets children shop for inexpensive, high-quality gifts for family and friends — all on their own. It’s a safe, familiar setting where they can practice budgeting, planning, and the joy of giving. Grades PreK through 8th are welcome this year!!

There are gifts for everyone: moms, dads, siblings, grandparents, teachers, friends — even pets! Prices range from $0.25 to $15.00, with most items between $3.00 and $8.00.

The shop will be set up and run by volunteers. We can use your help to run the shop-

Please sign up for any and all times you are able to help, we can really use it!! We need a minimum of 2 volunteers per time slot. You can sign up to volunteer at: https://taconichillspto.ptboard.com/sgnvw?signup=4e392a42-b1d6-4fd6-b67a-f64160ccd10c~s.9223370273805321208

Order forms went home with your child on Monday, November 24, 2025! You may send cash with your child in their order form envelope, or purchase a gift certificate online at our holiday shop website at: https://myschool.holidayshop.org/taconic/gift-certificates

For more information on the items and prices that will be available, please visit our Holiday Shop Website at: https://myschool.holidayshop.org/taconic

Thank you so much for your support and Happy Holidays!!

16 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Titan Spirit Wear Holiday deals are here!

Shop now to show your Titan Pride this holiday season! https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_york/craryville/taconic-hills-central-high-school

Use code BLKFRI20 at checkout to save 20% ! Order now and you will get items in time for the holidays!

Why shop our spirit wear store?
- Fast Shipping: Orders delivered straight to your home in just 5–7 business days.
- Wide Assortment from Top Brands: Get exclusive access to more of the products you want from the brands you love
- Shop 24/7: Open all day, every day, so you can score custom spirit wear whenever it's convenient for you

You can always find the Titan Spirit Wear Store easily by visiting our district website—just click the “Spirit Store” button under the drone footage on the homepage.

17 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Holiday Spirit Week is BACK in the Elementary School!

Spirit Week will be Monday, December 15th through Friday, December 19th!

Monday 12/15: COLOR WARS! BACKLUND VS. D'AMICO
Grades PreK-2 should wear red, while Grades 3-6 should wear green!

Tuesday, 12/16: MERRY GRINCHMAS/ WHOVILLE DAY!
Dress like the Grinch or a Who, or try out a Who-hairdo!(crazy hair!)

Wednesday, 12/17: HOLIDAY FLARE!
Wear your most festive shirt, hat, antlers, earrings, glasses, socks, or whatever brings you holiday cheer!

Thursday, 12/18: UGLY SWEATER DAY!
There's always time for those tacky, over the top, loud, crazy, festive sweaters! Feel free to even make your own!

Friday, 12/19: ALL ABOARD THE POLAR EXPRESS!
End the week wearing your favorite, coziest, holiday pajamas to school!

Don't forget to send your photos to taconichillspto@gmail.com and webmaster@taconichills.k12.ny.us so we can share the holiday spirit with our community!

18 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Congratulations to the most recent Titan Strong Certificate Winners! #TITANSTRONG

19 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

"We should certainly count our blessings, but we should also make our blessings count"

Happy Thanksgiving from THCSD 🦃🧡

20 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

The December 2025 Lunch Menu is here!

Some highlights include:
- Oven baked chicken with garlic seasoned rice
- Meatball parmesan subs
- Meatloaf, gravy, and maple bacon roasted brussels sprouts
- French toast casserole, sausage links, and cheesy scrambled eggs

View the whole menu here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RJvz-VJMYLcpn7nxX_39j2uSPC3lODh5/view?usp=drive_link

The TH Food Service Dept wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

21 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Last week, the Jr. High Yearbook Club hosted a Friendsgiving event with food, games, and music. The PTO helped plan the event and had offered to cover the cost, but Dad’s Diner generously provided and donated all the food. We also want to thank all the volunteers who helped serve and chaperone.

It was a wonderful opportunity for our Jr. High students to come together in a setting that is about more than just learning, giving them a chance to have fun and make memories!

22 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Yesterday was our Thanksgiving Holiday Meal!

Students were served a classic Thanksgiving lunch of turkey, homemade mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and a dinner roll, alongside their daily fruit and milk.

Board Member Molly Delaney, Elementary Principal Laura Backlund, and Superintendent Brunger even stopped in to help serve some of our students their meals!

We love our tradition of administration serving lunch, fostering a community where students and adults can connect in a different way. As always, thank you to our wonderful food services department for this delicious meal!

25 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Free livestreamed performance of MacBeth, Spirit Wear Store Holiday Sale, Football Semi Finals, PTO Holiday Wreath Raffle, and so much more!

Check out the Friday Folder for November 21, 2025.

To stay up to date with current news & events, follow us on Facebook or Instagram!

Please note: There will be no Friday Folder next week due to the Thanksgiving Recess. We wish everyone a warm, safe, and relaxing break!

26 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Titans Topple Tupper Lake!

Our 8-Man Varsity Football Team has advanced to the NYSPHSAA Regional Semi-Finals after defeating Tupper Lake 17-6 last Friday! The Titans will take on Morrisville–Eaton on November 22nd at noon at SUNY Morrisville. (80 Eaton St. Morrisville, NY 13408)

Buy your tickets here for $12 per adult and $5 per student: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/nysphsaa3/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzE5MjY%3D

This is the first time our football team has advanced this far since 1989. Let’s show them our Titan Pride!!

27 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Attention TH Senior Families!

Columbia Greene Community College is excited to invite you to a free FAFSA Workshop this Saturday, November 22 from 9AM-1PM at the CGCC Student Success Center.

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an important step in preparing for college, and CGCC wants to help make the process simple and stress-free. During this hands-on workshop, staff from C-GCC will guide you through each section of the FAFSA and answer your questions as you go.

Please bring the following items so you can complete your FAFSA on the spot -

Student Info:
• FSA ID username and password (create at studentaid.gov if you don’t have one)
• Social Security Number
• 2023 federal tax return (if you filed)
• 2023 W-2s or income information
• Current bank account balances
• Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)

Parent Information:
• Parent FSA ID (create beforehand if needed)
• Parent Social Security Number
• Parent 2023 federal tax return
• Parent 2023 W-2s or income information
• Parent current bank account balances

Bringing a charged personal device is helpful but not required.

We encourage all seniors, especially those in the college in tghe high school program, and families to attend. FAFSA completion opens doors to grants, scholarships, and other financial aid opportunities you don’t want to miss.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. to Sandra Gardner, Assistant Director of External Programs, at sandra.swortsgardner@sunycgcc.edu . We look forward to seeing you there!

27 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

This is a reminder that Tuesday, November 25 will be a half day for all students. Dismissal will take place at approximately 11:10 AM.

Parent–Teacher Conferences will be held later that day from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

Please also note that the district will be closed from November 26–28 for Thanksgiving Break. Classes will resume on Monday, December 1.

We wish all of our families a safe and relaxing holiday weekend!

28 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

Last Friday, the Elementary School held a PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports) Assembly with a focus on attendance. As part of a district-wide initiative to promote consistent attendance, Grades PreK-6 recognized students not only for outstanding attendance but also for those who improved their first-quarter attendance from last year by 10% or more.

We are incredibly proud of our young Titans and their families for supporting this commitment. After all, you can’t learn if you’re not here! Let’s keep up the great work and continue to make attendance a priority every day.

28 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

We are excited to share that the Aquatic Center is officially re-open! Construction and maintenance work has been completed, and we appreciate the community’s patience throughout the process.

While you may not see major visual changes when you walk in, the HVAC has been completely upgraded. This improvement will provide better air quality, improved temperature and humidity control, and overall, a more comfortable environment for swimmers, students, and staff.

These updates help us ensure the facility remains safe, healthy, and enjoyable for everyone who uses it. Please contact Logan Savage, Aquatic & Fitness Center Director, at LSavage@taconichills.k12.ny.us with any additional questions or concerns.

Thank you again for your patience, and we look forward to seeing you at the pool!

29 days ago, Taconic Hills CSD

The Elementary PTO Holiday Wreath Raffle starts next week!

Wreaths will be on display in the wall cabinets of the main Elementary Hallway beginning Monday, 11/24. Photos of the wreaths will also be posted on the PTO Facebook Page.

Raffle ticket prices:
• 1 ticket for $1
• 7 tickets for $5
• 15 tickets for $10

Tickets can be purchased in the Elementary Library with Mrs. Flores, or online at https://taconichillspto.ptboard.com/. Tickets will also be available for purchase in the library during Parent/Teacher Conferences on Monday 11/24 and Tuesday 11/25.

Tickets can be purchased beginning Monday 11/24, andwill be available until midnight on on December 9. The drawing will be on Monday, December 10.

Good luck & have fun! Thank you for supporting the PTO!