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Community engages in discussion on GJSD’s proposed solar project
September 30 referendum approval would secure $1.045 million in additional state aid for the project Approximately 25 community members attended the Greater Johnstown School District’s public hearing on September 18 on its proposed Energy Performance Contract (EPC), which includes the installation of a revenue-generating solar project on District-owned land behind Johnstown High School. The event…
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Community invited to use new pickleball courts at JHS
Work has been completed on a new multi-purpose outdoor instructional area at Johnstown High School, featuring three new pickleball courts and refurbished basketball courts. This upgrade is part of the capital improvement project approved by voters in November 2022, which replaces outdated courts that had become worn and deteriorated. The upgraded space serves as an…
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Nominate a GJSD Staff Member for an ABCD Award (Deadline Thursday, Sept. 25)
Nominate a GJSD staff member for an ABCD Award for going “Above and Beyond the Call of Duty!” Anyone can turn in a nomination – community members, students, staff members, families, etc. Deadline to receive nominations is THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25. Use this online form: https://bit.ly/ABCD_Award_Nomination REMINDER: Staff members can only receive the ABCD Award once during their…
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Community Invited to September 18 Hearing on GJSD Solar Energy Project
Voter registration available Tuesday, September 16 Residents of the Greater Johnstown community will have the opportunity to participate in a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, ahead of a September 30 re-vote on a proposed Energy Performance Contract (EPC) project that includes the installation of a revenue-generating solar array on District property…
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New GJSD Web Page Offers Complete Overview of EPC/Solar Project
The Greater Johnstown School District (GJSD) has launched a dedicated web page on the District website to keep the community informed about the District’s proposed solar project and the upcoming second voter referendum, scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Polls will be open from 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the JPAC lobby at JHS.…
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22 New Educators Welcomed by the District
Superintendent Koster and Assistant Superintendent Hale lead a day of orientation and community engagement The first day of school is officially in the books for our newest educators! The District was thrilled to welcome 22 new teaching staff members who joined Superintendent Alicia D. Koster, Assistant Superintendent Scott Hale, and our entire administrative team for…
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GJSD Board of Education Votes Unanimously to Hold Second Referendum on Energy Performance Contract Project
Community Vote Set for Tuesday, September 30 At Thursday evening’s monthly business meeting, members of the GJSD Board of Education unanimously approved a measure to go out for a second voter referendum on a proposed Energy Performance Contract (EPC) project that includes the installation of a revenue-generating solar array on nine acres behind Johnstown High…
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Back to School Supply Drop Off August 25 at Warren
Warren Street Elementary Supply Drop Off August 25: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
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GJSD to Explore Next Steps for Revenue-Generating Solar Project at Johnstown High School
Community narrowly rejects project by a vote of 110 in favor versus 115 against The Greater Johnstown School District is currently evaluating next steps for its proposed Energy Performance Contract (EPC) project, which includes the installation of a revenue-generating solar array on nine acres behind Johnstown High School, thoughtfully sited out of view and screened…
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Powering the Future: Key Takeaways from Public Hearing on GJSD’s Solar Array Project
Community referendum to take place Tuesday, July 15 The Greater Johnstown School District held a public hearing on Wednesday, July 2 for community members to learn more about a planned Energy Performance Contract (EPC) project that includes the installation of a revenue-generating solar array on approximately nine acres behind Johnstown High School. The solar array…