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GJSD receives $7,000 grant from Johnstown Hospital Foundation to support community wellness and AgriQuest programming
The Greater Johnstown School District is grateful to announce a $7,000 award from the Johnstown Hospital Foundation in support of the District’s efforts to advance community wellness and food access through its Family Resource Center, and agricultural education through the District’s AgriQuest initiative. Johnstown Hospital Foundation board members Paul VanDenburgh and Kimberly Preston presented Superintendent…
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JHS students teach financial literacy to first-grade students at Pleasant Ave.
Last month, students in Christine Krempa’s Personal Finance class at Johnstown High School had the opportunity to teach financial literacy concepts to some of the District’s youngest learners at Pleasant Avenue Elementary School. During two classroom visits, high school juniors and seniors visited all five first-grade classrooms to deliver Junior Achievement lessons that introduced the…
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GJSD Hosts Community Summer Swim Program July 6 – August 13
The Greater Johnstown School District will host a swim program this summer giving community members of all ages the opportunity to use the indoor pool at the Johnstown High School (1 Sir Bills Circle, Johnstown, NY 12095) under the supervision of certified lifeguards. Beginning Monday, July 6, the pool will be open to the public…
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JHS celebrates the “Top Ten” students from the Class of 2026
Johnstown High School Principal Nick Snow announced the Top Ten students of Johnstown’s graduating Class of 2026, including Valedictorian Ian Yucha and Salutatorian Ayla Naselli. Graduation will take place on Friday, June 26 at 7 p.m. on Knox Field. GJSD’s Top Ten students include: Ian Yucha, Valedictorian Ian Yucha, the son of Steven and Laura…
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D’Amore & Richardson recognized for service to the GJSD Board of Education
At the Board of Education meeting on Thursday evening, June 11, Superintendent of Schools Alicia Koster recognized Board President Dave D’Amore and Board Member Joyel Richardson for their dedicated service to the District as they prepare to conclude their terms on June 30. D’Amore and Richardson did not seek reelection this year. In May, voters…
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12 Johnstown educators granted tenure
At its May 20 Board of Education meeting, the GJSD Board of Education proudly recognized teachers who were recommended for tenure by Superintendent of Schools Ms. Alicia D. Koster. Tenure marks an important professional milestone, recognizing educators who have demonstrated a strong commitment to student learning, collaboration, and excellence in the classroom. We thank these…
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GJSD names Andrea Polikoski principal of Warren Street Elementary School, serving students in grades 2-4
GJSD Superintendent of Schools Alicia D. Koster announced the appointment of longtime educator Andrea Polikoski as principal of Warren Street Elementary School, where she will oversee students in grades 2 through 4. The appointment, effective July 1, was approved at the District’s Board of Education meeting Wednesday, May 20. Polikoski joins the Johnstown district after…
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GJSD Community Passes School Budget
Naselli and Oare elected to Board of Education On Tuesday, May 19, the Greater Johnstown School District community approved the district’s $47,291,679 budget proposal for the 2026-27 school year by a vote of 295-150, a margin of 66%. The plan represents a spending increase of 4.73% ($2,134,862) and calls for a 3.49% ($440,655) tax levy…
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Tuesday, May 19: Budget Vote and Board of Education Election
The community will vote on the District’s proposed spending plan for the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, May 19. Polls will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the auditorium lobby at Johnstown High School. Voters will also elect two members to the Board of Education. Community members are encouraged to visit the…
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Scratch Made, Student Approved: GJSD Elevates School Lunch
Over the last year, the GJSD Food Services Department has embraced a variety of opportunities to elevate its offerings for staff and students, focusing on healthier, better-tasting meals made with locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. One such opportunity presented itself earlier this week, with visiting professional chefs from Cornell Cooperative Extension’s (CCE) Regional Farm to…