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JHS Class of 2026 unearths time capsule from 2017
Students from the Class of 2026 were only in third grade at the former Glebe Street Elementary School when they buried a time capsule in honor of the school’s landmark 50th anniversary celebration back in 2017. After nine years of anticipation, the original teachers and students gathered once again to unearth a piece of their…
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A Cherished Johnstown Tradition: Graduation Fireworks Set for June 26
The Greater Johnstown School District would like to make our neighbors near Knox Field aware that a short fireworks show will take place on Friday evening, June 26, immediately following Johnstown’s 7 p.m. graduation ceremony outside on Knox Field. We understand that fireworks can be disruptive to people and pets, and we wanted to provide…
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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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Public Hearing and Public Comment on the 2026-2027 District-wide School Safety Plan
A Public Hearing on the Greater Johnstown School District’s 2026-2027 District-wide School Safety Plan will be conducted during the June 11, 2026 Board of Education meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. in the Johnstown High School Auditorium. For 30 days following that public hearing (until July 11, 2026), members of the public may submit written comments…
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Locally sourced learning experiences
Cultivating Connections The AgriQuest Farm-to-School program at the Greater Johnstown School District educates children about where their food comes from while also supporting local farms. Fulton County, just south of the Adirondack Park, is a distinctive environment for maple sugar production, featuring an ideal climate for sap collection and an abundance of sugar maple trees.…
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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…