As of Oct. 30, 2026, the SchoolTool mobile app for Android devices will no longer be available for download from the Google Play Store. SchoolTool is retiring the current Android app.
What this means: Android users who already have the app installed and are actively using it will be able to continue using the app after Oct. 30, 2026. However, new installations and re-installations will no longer be available through the Google Play Store.
Android users are encouraged to install the SchoolTool app on all needed devices before Oct. 30, 2026. After that date, new users can still access SchoolTool on their Android devices through the district’s website at: https://www2.schooltool.com/Queensbury/.
No iOS devices will be affected.
What this means: Android users who already have the app installed and are actively using it will be able to continue using the app after Oct. 30, 2026. However, new installations and re-installations will no longer be available through the Google Play Store.
Android users are encouraged to install the SchoolTool app on all needed devices before Oct. 30, 2026. After that date, new users can still access SchoolTool on their Android devices through the district’s website at: https://www2.schooltool.com/Queensbury/.
No iOS devices will be affected.
Dr. Jennifer Bashant will offer a virtual workshop to discuss, “Let’s Get Organized for a Successful School Year,” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6. To register in advance for this webinar, go to: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nfj7g_77Qa-u0GebKt5a1w#/registration
Receive free entry into the Homecoming football game at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 when you make a monetary or food donation to the QUFSD Snack Pack Program.
The Queensbury varsity boys golf team successfully defended its 2025 title and captured a 32nd league crown (28th as a member of the Foothills Council) with a first-place finish in the Foothills Council championship Sept. 29! ⛳
The Queensbury High School photography classes are visited Hovey Pond this week to practice nature photography. 📸
🎨Artist Spotlight
Senior Nicole Greenstein became the first QHS varsity girls tennis player to reach 100 combined wins! 🎾 QUFSD Athletics Hall of Famers Scott Paltrowitz ’00 (149), Matt Goetz ’87 (124), Rob Moynihan ’98 (113) and Pat Moynihan ’98 (109) are the only other Queensbury tennis players to surpass the century mark in combined wins.
📸Julissa Rosario
📸Julissa Rosario
Queensbury Union Free School District held moments of silence across campus Friday to acknowledge the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Mr. Purtell’s third graders learned about the history of the Twin Towers on Friday and built replicas out of Lego.
Queensbury senior Megan Winne broke a school record with 25 saves in the Queensbury varsity field hockey team’s game at Johnstown on Sept. 8. 🏑
Winne replaced Christina Galatioto ’16 — who recorded 24 stops at Johnstown on Oct. 16, 2012 — at the top of the Spartans’ single-game chart. Winne’s previous career-high of 23 saves occurred at South Glens Falls on Oct. 3, 2024.
📸Anthony Ovitt
Winne replaced Christina Galatioto ’16 — who recorded 24 stops at Johnstown on Oct. 16, 2012 — at the top of the Spartans’ single-game chart. Winne’s previous career-high of 23 saves occurred at South Glens Falls on Oct. 3, 2024.
📸Anthony Ovitt
¡Bienvenidos, benvenuti, willkommen and bem-vindos to our new Global Scholars! Please welcome Nika, Africa, Eloisa, Ines and Daniella from Spain; Ludovica and Brike from Italy; Madeleine Linnea and Clara from Germany; and Lucas from Brazil!
Want to host a Global Scholar? Contact Jen Roca, Global Scholars coordinator, at jroca@queensburyschool.org to learn more about hosting a foreign exchange student.
Want to host a Global Scholar? Contact Jen Roca, Global Scholars coordinator, at jroca@queensburyschool.org to learn more about hosting a foreign exchange student.
The 2027 QHS Musical will be Roald Dahl’s "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Performances will be on March 12, 13 and 14.
Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig. The score also pays homage to the Leslie Bricusse/Anthony Newley score from the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "The Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination."
The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory … but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
There will be an informational meeting for all QHS students interested in auditioning in the fall.
Tickets will go on sale Mid-February.
Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig. The score also pays homage to the Leslie Bricusse/Anthony Newley score from the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "The Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination."
The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory … but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
There will be an informational meeting for all QHS students interested in auditioning in the fall.
Tickets will go on sale Mid-February.
Welcome to all our new Queensbury teachers! 📚
New cheer coach Jessica French will host Cheerleading Open Gym every Wednesday from July 15-Aug. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the sixth grade gym. For more information, contact French at jfrench@queensburyschool.org.
Afrim's Sports will host a Community Fun Day from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 at Afrim's Adirondack Dome, 326 Upper Sherman Ave., Queensbury. Join in for a day of fun, local activities for the whole family! Local vendors, free Soccer Kidz class, bounce houses and more!
A benefit event is planned for Micki Guy on Sunday, May 31 at the West Glens Falls Fire Department, 33 Luzerne Road, Queensbury. There will be a Cornhole Competition from 12 to 5 p.m..
Tutors Needed – Queensbury Union Free School District
Queensbury Union Free School District is currently seeking NYS-certified tutors to support students within the district — with an immediate need for daytime hours.
Starting Pay: $44 per hour
Location: Queensbury UFSD
Certification: NYS Certification required
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on student success while enjoying competitive hourly pay. Additional details regarding assignments and opportunities will be shared during the interview process.
Apply ASAP to https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/. EOE
Queensbury Union Free School District is currently seeking NYS-certified tutors to support students within the district — with an immediate need for daytime hours.
Starting Pay: $44 per hour
Location: Queensbury UFSD
Certification: NYS Certification required
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on student success while enjoying competitive hourly pay. Additional details regarding assignments and opportunities will be shared during the interview process.
Apply ASAP to https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/. EOE
Queensbury Union Free School District is hiring teacher aides and a teaching assistant! Positions are available now and in the fall! Apply today at: queensbury.recruitfront.com
Queensbury Union Free School District is seeking a dynamic educational leader for the position of Elementary Principal, effective July 1, 2026. Valid NYS Certification: SAS, SDA or SBL. Starting salary $120,000 with excellent benefits. Apply at https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/ by 5/26/26. EOE. Click here for more information.
Link to the application on RecruitFront: https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/JobPostingCategory?CID=19267
Link to the application on RecruitFront: https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/JobPostingCategory?CID=19267
Queensbury Union Free School District is looking for reliable, safety-focused individuals to join our Transportation Team!
Opportunities Available:
🚌 Substitute Bus Drivers – Starting at $29.50 per hour
🚌 Permanent Run Drivers – Starting at $22.63 per hour + benefits
⭐️Clean driver’s license/record required
⭐️Paid training provided
⭐️Competitive pay
⭐️Supportive team environment
Whether you're looking for flexible substitute work or a permanent position with benefits, we have opportunities for you! Apply today: https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/
Opportunities Available:
🚌 Substitute Bus Drivers – Starting at $29.50 per hour
🚌 Permanent Run Drivers – Starting at $22.63 per hour + benefits
⭐️Clean driver’s license/record required
⭐️Paid training provided
⭐️Competitive pay
⭐️Supportive team environment
Whether you're looking for flexible substitute work or a permanent position with benefits, we have opportunities for you! Apply today: https://queensbury.recruitfront.com/
