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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…
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Scratch Made, Student Approved: GJSD Elevates School Lunch
Over the last year, the GJSD Food Services Department has embraced a variety of opportunities to elevate its offerings for staff and students, focusing on healthier, better-tasting meals made with locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. One such opportunity presented itself earlier this week, with visiting professional chefs from Cornell Cooperative Extension’s (CCE) Regional Farm to…
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Naselli, Oare on ballot for Board of Education; Community to vote May 19
Two candidates, Nicole Naselli and Pat Oare, are running for two open seats on the District’s Board of Education. These seats are currently held by David D’Amore and Joyel Richardson, whose terms will expire on June 30, 2026. The newly elected board members will serve three-year terms beginning July 1, 2026. The community vote will…
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GJSD BOE adopts proposed budget for 2026-2027 school year
Community budget hearing to be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5 at JHS The GJSD Board of Education adopted the proposed budget for the 2026–2027 school year at its meeting on Thursday, April 23. Community members are invited to a budget hearing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, in the Large Group…
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Pleasant Avenue Transforms School Culture Through Conscious Discipline
Successful initiative expands to Warren Street this fall, bringing staff and students a proven approach to connection and behavior support There’s been a noticeable shift in the culture at Pleasant Avenue Elementary this school year. Outgoing Pleasant Avenue Principal Cory Cotter, who was recently named as the District’s Director of Elementary Education, credits the change…
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GJSD safety teams strengthen emergency preparedness with bus accident simulation
Just as our students practice fire drills throughout the school year, GJSD’s building safety teams also train for emergencies they hope never occur. These proactive efforts are part of the district’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and prepared learning environment for all. In a recent tabletop exercise led by Jason Mumbach with Marsh Risk,…
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GJSD marks Superintendent’s Conference Day with staff learning opportunities
Some of you may be wondering what staff members do when they have a Superintendent’s Conference Day – they learn! Just like students grow through learning, teachers continue to build their skills to provide students with the best educational experience possible. Wednesday’s conference day gave staff from all four school buildings the opportunity to connect…
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GJSD Celebrates “Music In Our Schools Month”
Students in grades 4–12 in the Greater Johnstown School District (GJSD) celebrated a “Morning of Music” this week in honor of March being recognized as Music In Our Schools Month. The event showcased GJSD’s music program, highlighted the talents of its student musicians, recognized the district’s music teachers, and encouraged younger students to become more…