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Herkimer BOCES board re-elects Pullis, Loiacono as leaders
HERKIMER — Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES Board of Education President Holly Pullis and Vice President Ronald Loiacono were re-elected to one-year terms during the board’s annual reorganization meeting Tuesday, July 7, at the Herkimer BOCES William E. Busacker Complex.
Students build, fly drones at Rome STEM camp showcase
ROME — The best part of attending Drone Camp was getting to know her fellow participants, Addie Zysk of Utica said Friday at the Drone Camp Showcase in the SkyDome Hangar at the Innovare Advancement Center in Rome. And flying…
School district needs to rework bloated budget
We continue to hear the phrase "if you vote against the school budget, the children will suffer." The reason they would suffer is because the district is heavy with administrative positions. There is no need for four principals, one for…
Utica City School District Denies Superintendent's Discrimination Claims
The Utica City School District Board of Education is disputing Dr. Christopher Spence’s claims of discrimination and retaliation.
UCSD Superintendent claims discrimination from school board
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- The Utica City School District is coming under fire from its district superintendent on claims of discrimination and retaliation, according to a drafted complaint made to the state Division of Human Rights. Dr. Christopher Spence -- who has been on…
Adirondack announces middle school honor rolls
BOONVILLE — Adirondack Middle School has announced the students named to the High Honor Roll, Honor Roll and Merit Roll for the fourth marking period of the 2025-26 academic year. Principal Brandie Collins recognized students for their academic achievement and…
Adirondack Senior High School announces honor rolls
BOONVILLE — Adirondack Senior High School has announced the students named to the High Honor Roll, Honor Roll and Merit Roll for the fourth marking period of the 2025-26 academic year. Principal Alicia Ross recognized students for their academic achievement…
Utica School Superintendent Files Complaint Against Board with NYS Division of Human Rights
Since June, Utica City School District Superintendent Dr. Christopher Spence has been on a requested administrative leave.
Free NY Summer Reading Program Helps Kids Earn a Certificate
Keep kids reading all summer with New York's free 2026 Summer Reading Program. Children who participate can earn an official certificate. Continue reading…