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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.
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We are a beacon of educational excellence, where every individual is inspired to achieve their fullest potential.
News and Announcements
![Four employees pose with their certificates of reaching tenure.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781292851/saugertiesk12nyus/ld4gsfhndslyfd6pr6u1/IMG_4868.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781292851/saugertiesk12nyus/ld4gsfhndslyfd6pr6u1/IMG_4868.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781292851/saugertiesk12nyus/ld4gsfhndslyfd6pr6u1/IMG_4868.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781292851/saugertiesk12nyus/ld4gsfhndslyfd6pr6u1/IMG_4868.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781292851/saugertiesk12nyus/ld4gsfhndslyfd6pr6u1/IMG_4868.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781292851/saugertiesk12nyus/ld4gsfhndslyfd6pr6u1/IMG_4868.jpg","width":2200}])
At the June 9 Board of Education meeting, Saugerties Central School District recognized four teachers who were granted tenure, marking an important milestone in their professional careers and continued service to students.
![Retirees stand together during the Board of Education Meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781292435/saugertiesk12nyus/oaeqpuopvrz6tyqg3cwj/IMG_4908.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781292435/saugertiesk12nyus/oaeqpuopvrz6tyqg3cwj/IMG_4908.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781292435/saugertiesk12nyus/oaeqpuopvrz6tyqg3cwj/IMG_4908.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781292435/saugertiesk12nyus/oaeqpuopvrz6tyqg3cwj/IMG_4908.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781292435/saugertiesk12nyus/oaeqpuopvrz6tyqg3cwj/IMG_4908.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781292435/saugertiesk12nyus/oaeqpuopvrz6tyqg3cwj/IMG_4908.jpg","width":2200}])
During the June 9 Board of Education meeting, the District had the privilege of honoring and celebrating the careers of several individuals who are retiring from Saugerties Central School District. The group included teachers, teaching assistants, secretary, monitor, social worker, and the District Treasurer, each of whom has made a meaningful difference in the lives of students across the district.
![Stephen Wilder at his desk.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781281591/saugertiesk12nyus/twwo7fdnmqmjrnhnozsk/IMG_3230.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781281591/saugertiesk12nyus/twwo7fdnmqmjrnhnozsk/IMG_3230.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781281591/saugertiesk12nyus/twwo7fdnmqmjrnhnozsk/IMG_3230.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781281591/saugertiesk12nyus/twwo7fdnmqmjrnhnozsk/IMG_3230.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781281591/saugertiesk12nyus/twwo7fdnmqmjrnhnozsk/IMG_3230.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781281591/saugertiesk12nyus/twwo7fdnmqmjrnhnozsk/IMG_3230.jpg","width":2200}])
The Saugerties Central School District is pleased to officially introduce Stephen Wilder as the District’s Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Instructional Leadership.
![SSREA members sit in front of the table full of donation items.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780492376/saugertiesk12nyus/vs0xfpvpy0nwdygjqtkl/SSREA-2-June-2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780492376/saugertiesk12nyus/vs0xfpvpy0nwdygjqtkl/SSREA-2-June-2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780492376/saugertiesk12nyus/vs0xfpvpy0nwdygjqtkl/SSREA-2-June-2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780492376/saugertiesk12nyus/vs0xfpvpy0nwdygjqtkl/SSREA-2-June-2026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780492376/saugertiesk12nyus/vs0xfpvpy0nwdygjqtkl/SSREA-2-June-2026.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1780492376/saugertiesk12nyus/vs0xfpvpy0nwdygjqtkl/SSREA-2-June-2026.jpg","width":2200}])
Check out this generous show of support from the Saugerties Schools Retired Employees Association (SSREA)! At their June 2 general meeting and luncheon, members collected food and other essential items for the Saugerties SCORE Store, a free resource that helps support members of our school community.
![Students recognized for the Month of May as being True Sawyer Blue recipients]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780422138/saugertiesk12nyus/ua8diul1cjk6tr7gduxk/TrueSawyerBlueMay.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780422138/saugertiesk12nyus/ua8diul1cjk6tr7gduxk/TrueSawyerBlueMay.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780422138/saugertiesk12nyus/ua8diul1cjk6tr7gduxk/TrueSawyerBlueMay.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780422138/saugertiesk12nyus/ua8diul1cjk6tr7gduxk/TrueSawyerBlueMay.png","width":1080}])
Here are the students nominated for the True Sawyer Blue Teammates for the Month of May.
![Dr. Roraback SCSD Superintendent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779836501/saugertiesk12nyus/hjxq7yrd4njts9znyr5x/SuptAnnouncement1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779836501/saugertiesk12nyus/hjxq7yrd4njts9znyr5x/SuptAnnouncement1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779836501/saugertiesk12nyus/hjxq7yrd4njts9znyr5x/SuptAnnouncement1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779836501/saugertiesk12nyus/hjxq7yrd4njts9znyr5x/SuptAnnouncement1.jpg","width":1080}])
At its meeting on Tuesday, May 26, the Saugerties Central School District Board of Education unanimously approved a three-year contract to appoint Dr. Gwendolyn Roraback as our next Superintendent of Schools.
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