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K-5 Virtual Parent University: The Zones of Regulation; set for April 22

What: K-5 Parent University – The Zones of Regulation  Who: K-5 parents or guardians  When: Thursday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. via Google Meet Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/jyt-agdu-rnm Or dial: ‪(US) +1 573-605-0177‬ PIN: ‪393 267 858‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/jyt-agdu-rnm?pin=2791191890703 Why: Zones of Regulation is a Social Emotional Learning program we implemented …

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Community activities for families and students

We hope our families and community members take advantage of the variety of activities being offered in and around the Queensbury community. Originally published Feb. 11, 2021. Last updated March 26, 2021. Tri-County Literacy Center Scavenger Hunt The Tri-County Literacy Center introduces the first annual Tri-County Historic Scavenger Hunt. The scavenger hunt is taking place …

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Information about NYS assessment modifications from Principal Cosh

Dear WHBI families, I wanted to take a moment to provide you with an update on the New York State assessments. Modifications have been made as to how these will be administered due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Sometimes parents wonder why these tests are important for students to take. While high school may seem to …

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Introducing the #SpartanShape program

We are excited to share a new district-wide program to get our students and employees moving each day. Beginning Monday, March 29, we will be launching our #SpartanShape campaign. #SpartanShape will be using the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America) physical activity calendar. View the March and April calendars. We hope that SHAPE America …

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More than 1,000 grandparents attend Grandparents’ Breakfast virtually

Each year, the district’s annual Grandparents’ Breakfast is a special opportunity for children in grades K-5 to showcase and share their school life with their grandparents. This year, due to the ongoing pandemic, the 32nd annual Grandparents’ Breakfast was enjoyed virtually. Although this year’s event looked a bit different from years past, it still included …

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District receives Helping Hands Award from Tri-County United Way

On Thursday, Nov. 12, the district was presented with the Tri-County United Way Helping Hands Award! This is the second consecutive year the district has received the award.  The Helping Hands Award was established in 1999 and is given annually to a school district that exemplifies the philosophy that their core values reflect an alignment …

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WHBI Principal Cosh and Assistant Principal Denno to present at the National School of Character Conference

WHBI principal Gwynne Cosh and assistant principal Amanda Denno have been selected as presenters at the National School of Character Conference. This has been a goal for the WHBI for the past three years after it was awarded the National School of Character recognition in 2018. Mrs. Cosh and Mrs. Denno will present to hundreds …

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