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Welcome to Charles M. Riccardi Elementary School
MISSION
We provide equitable, engaging, inspiring, and holistic experiences that support success and empowerment for students, families, and the community in a diverse and changing world.
VISION
We are a beacon of educational excellence, where every individual is inspired to achieve their fullest potential.
News and Announcements
![In Germany, when you think of Christmas, you must think gingerbread!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764777935/saugertiesk12nyus/d5ljy8qegxgbov19zss4/IMG_5801.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764777935/saugertiesk12nyus/d5ljy8qegxgbov19zss4/IMG_5801.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764777935/saugertiesk12nyus/d5ljy8qegxgbov19zss4/IMG_5801.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764777935/saugertiesk12nyus/d5ljy8qegxgbov19zss4/IMG_5801.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764777935/saugertiesk12nyus/d5ljy8qegxgbov19zss4/IMG_5801.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764777935/saugertiesk12nyus/d5ljy8qegxgbov19zss4/IMG_5801.jpg","width":2200}])
Students in Tracy Porter’s Grade 2 class at Riccardi Elementary School began their Holidays Around the World journey with a look at traditions from Germany and the Netherlands.
![ATTENTION JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL ARTISTS!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765387004/saugertiesk12nyus/saugertiesk12nyus/mm82jpcnd4c8xusgbwnl/YellowAndGreenRaffleContestPoster.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765387004/saugertiesk12nyus/saugertiesk12nyus/mm82jpcnd4c8xusgbwnl/YellowAndGreenRaffleContestPoster.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765387004/saugertiesk12nyus/saugertiesk12nyus/mm82jpcnd4c8xusgbwnl/YellowAndGreenRaffleContestPoster.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765387004/saugertiesk12nyus/saugertiesk12nyus/mm82jpcnd4c8xusgbwnl/YellowAndGreenRaffleContestPoster.png","width":940}])
The Lucid Lines Poetry Magazine is hosting a cover contest, and we’re inviting students to share their creativity with the Saugerties community.
![Distinguished Friends of Education Awardees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764785949/saugertiesk12nyus/jsbqlecjroni4azbouje/IMG_3261.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764785949/saugertiesk12nyus/jsbqlecjroni4azbouje/IMG_3261.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764785949/saugertiesk12nyus/jsbqlecjroni4azbouje/IMG_3261.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764785949/saugertiesk12nyus/jsbqlecjroni4azbouje/IMG_3261.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764785949/saugertiesk12nyus/jsbqlecjroni4azbouje/IMG_3261.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764785949/saugertiesk12nyus/jsbqlecjroni4azbouje/IMG_3261.jpg","width":2200}])
Saugerties CSD honored John and Margaret (Peggy) Mullen during Ulster County School Boards Association's Distinguished Friend of Education Award. The Mullen's were one of 10 local recipients to be recognized for their efforts and support of our public schools.
![Turning Boxes into Skyscrapers: Grade 6 Students Make Math Come to Life]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764083587/saugertiesk12nyus/toojspl5asxu3ea09wm4/IMG_5651.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764083587/saugertiesk12nyus/toojspl5asxu3ea09wm4/IMG_5651.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764083587/saugertiesk12nyus/toojspl5asxu3ea09wm4/IMG_5651.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764083587/saugertiesk12nyus/toojspl5asxu3ea09wm4/IMG_5651.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764083587/saugertiesk12nyus/toojspl5asxu3ea09wm4/IMG_5651.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764083587/saugertiesk12nyus/toojspl5asxu3ea09wm4/IMG_5651.jpg","width":2200}])
Students in Brittany D’Orazio’s class at Riccardi Elementary looked like they were busy wrapping presents and stacking them into tall gift towers, but a closer look told a different story. These Grade 5 learners were actually creating classroom skyscrapers for a hands-on math project.
![Fall 2025 Scholar Athletes]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764779215/saugertiesk12nyus/xjrhu4np9z9ydhxykryo/CopyofBoardofEducationMeeting.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764779215/saugertiesk12nyus/xjrhu4np9z9ydhxykryo/CopyofBoardofEducationMeeting.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764779215/saugertiesk12nyus/xjrhu4np9z9ydhxykryo/CopyofBoardofEducationMeeting.png","width":600}])
At the close of each sports season, the New York State Public High School Athletic Association highlights students who balance their commitment to athletics with strong academic performance.
![Saugerties High School Counselor Honored as NYSSCA’s 2025 School Counselor of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763388653/saugertiesk12nyus/lenzxqfcopznmn9a4y1c/SchoolCounseloroftheYearAward2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763388653/saugertiesk12nyus/lenzxqfcopznmn9a4y1c/SchoolCounseloroftheYearAward2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763388653/saugertiesk12nyus/lenzxqfcopznmn9a4y1c/SchoolCounseloroftheYearAward2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763388653/saugertiesk12nyus/lenzxqfcopznmn9a4y1c/SchoolCounseloroftheYearAward2.png","width":940}])
Saugerties High School is proud to share that school counselor Dr. Michael Catalano has been named the 2025 School Counselor of the Year by the New York State School Counselor Association. The award was presented on November 14 at the NYSSCA Conference in Rochester, NY.