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Class of 2026 Holiday Wreath Sale – now through Nov. 15
The Fort Plain Class of 2026 has partnered with Family Traditions Tree Farm for a holiday wreath sale, which will run from Monday, Nov. 4 – Friday, Nov. 15.
Four different styles of wreath are available for $35 each. Please contact class advisors Kristy McFee and Paula Colvin for the wreath selection, or to place an order.
All are fresh and locally made.
Wreaths will be ready for pick up at the Jr./Sr. High School lobby on Tuesday, Dec. 3 after 4 p.m.
Proceeds will help fund the class prom and their senior trip.
Dinner’s ready! Class of 2027 Brooks BBQ fundraiser
The Fort Plain Class of 2027 has partnered with Brooks BBQ for a chicken dinner fundraiser on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
Tickets are $15 for a complete meal including a 1/2 chicken, baked potato, macaroni salad and roll.
Drive through pick up will be at the Fort Plain CSD Bus Garage from 3 – 5:30 p.m.
For more information or to purchase tickets please contact class advisor Kolbe Gray.
Board of Education Meeting – Nov. 14
The Fort Plain Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Nov. 14, 2024 beginning at 6 p.m.
The meeting will take place in the Ronald H. Thibodeau Conference Room in the District Office, 25 High Street, Fort Plain, N.Y.
View the FPCSD Board of Education – Nov. 14, 2024 meeting agenda.
November 2024 Menus
Breakfast and lunch are available free of charge each school day for all Fort Plain students, pre-k through high school.
Fat-free and low-fat white and chocolate milk served daily.
Fruit served daily. May include: fresh, canned, dried (raisins) or juice.
November 2024 Menus
School breakfast is: brain power for learning, nutrition for growth, fuel for sports and P.E.!
Harry Hoag Elementary—Breakfast | Lunch
Jr./Sr. High School—Breakfast | Lunch
Pre-K
Breakfast
Friday, Nov. 1 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 4 –Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 7 – Assorted Breakfast Bread, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 8 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 11 – No School – Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Muffin Top, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – Egg Patty, Sausage Patty, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Pancakes, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 15 – Muffins, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 18 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Cheese Omelet, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 20 – Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 21 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 22 – Egg and Cheese Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 25 – Yogurt, Granola Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 27 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Thursday, Nov. 28 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Friday, Nov. 29 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Lunch
Friday, Nov. 1 – Assorted Subs, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 4 – Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Beef & Cheese Nachos, Fiesta Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – Today is T Day! Turkey Club, Tomato Soup, Tropical Fruit, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 7 – Bowties w/Sauce, Cheese Filled Breadstick, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 8 – Cheeseburger, BBQ Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 11 – No School – Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Today is P Day! Pepperoni Pizza, Peas, Pineapple, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – Ham Croissant, Baby Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Rotini with Meatballs, Broccoli w/cheese, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 15 – Chicken Patty, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 18 – Today is C Day! Chicken Bites, Cornbread, Celery Sticks, Cocktail Fruit, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Soft Tacos, Rice, Vegetarian Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice
Wednesday, Nov. 20 – Chicken Alfredo, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 21 – Bag Lunch. PBJ Uncrustable, Chips/Crackers/Pretzel, Cheese Stick, Raisins & Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 22 – Hot Dog on a Bun, French Fries, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 25 – Today is B Day! Bacon Pizza, Broccoli, Blueberries, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Turkey & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Cranberry Sauce, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 27 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Thursday, Nov. 28 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Friday, Nov. 29 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Elementary
Breakfast
Friday, Nov. 1 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 4 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – French Toast Sticks, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 7 – Assorted Breakfast Bread, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 8 – Bacon, Egg and Cheese Croissant Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 11 – No School – Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Assorted Cereals, Muffin Top, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – Egg Patty, Sausage Patty, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Pancakes, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 15 – Muffins, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 18 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Cheese Omelet, Bacon, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 20 – Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 21 – Whole Grain Baked Funnel Cake, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 22 – Bacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 25 – Yogurt, Granola or Granola Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 27 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Thursday, Nov. 28 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Friday, Nov. 29 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Lunch
Friday, Nov. 1 – Assorted Subs, Soft Pretzel, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 4 – Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Beef & Cheese Nachos, Fiesta Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Pudding, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – Today is T Day! Turkey Club, Tostitos Chips, Tomato Soup, Tropical Fruit, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 7 – Bowties w/Sauce, Cheese Filled Breadstick, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 8 – Cheeseburger, BBQ Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Cookie, Milk
Monday, Nov. 11 – No School – Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Today is P Day! Pepperoni Pizza, Parmesan Pasta, Peas, Pineapple
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – Chicken Patty, Sun Chips, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Rotini with Meatballs, Broccoli w/cheese, Assorted Fruit Choice, Jello, Milk
Friday, Nov. 15 – Tuna or Ham Croissant, Chicken Noodle Soup, Oyster Crackers, Baby Carrots, Fruit, Milk
Monday, Nov. 18 – Today is C Day! Chicken Bites, Cornbread, Celery Sticks, Cocktail Fruit
Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Soft Tacos, Rice, Vegetarian Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 20 – Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Knot, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 21 – Bag Lunch. PBJ Uncrustable, Chips/Crackers/Pretzel, Cheese Stick, Raisins & Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 22 – Hot Dog on a Bun, French Fries, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 25 – Today is B Day! Bacon Pizza, Breadstick, Broccoli, Blueberries, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Turkey & Gravy w/biscuit, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Cranberry Sauce, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 27 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Thursday, Nov. 28 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Friday, Nov. 29 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
High School
Breakfast
Friday, Nov. 1 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 4 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – French Toast Sticks, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 7 – Assorted Breakfast Bread, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 8 – Bacon, Egg and Cheese Croissant Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 11 – No School – Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Assorted Cereals, Muffin Top, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – Egg Patty, Sausage Patty, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Pancakes, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 15 – Muffins, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 18 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Cheese Omelet, Bacon, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 20 – French Toast Tornado or Bacon Salsa Tornado, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 21 – Whole Grain Baked Funnel Cake, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 22 – Bacon, Egg and Cheese Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice
Monday, Nov. 25 – Yogurt, Granola or Granola Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 27 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Thursday, Nov. 28 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Friday, Nov. 29 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Lunch
Friday, Nov. 1 – Hot Dog on a Bun, French Fries, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 4 – Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Beef & Cheese Nachos, Fiesta Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Pudding, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – Turkey Club, Chips/Crackers/Pretzel, Tomato Soup, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 7 – Bowties w/Sauce, Cheese Filled Breadstick, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 8 – Cheeseburger, BBQ Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Cookie, Milk
Monday, Nov. 11 – No School – Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Pepperoni Pizza, Parmesan Pasta, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – Chicken Patty, Chicken Noodle Soup, Oyster Crackers, Baby Carrots, Fruit, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Rotini with Meatballs, Broccoli w/cheese, Assorted Fruit Choice, Jello, Milk
Friday, Nov. 15 – Chicken & Biscuits, Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Apple Crisp, Milk
Monday, Nov. 18 – Chicken Bites, Cornbread, Winter Blend Veggies, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Soft Tacos, Rice, Vegetarian Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 20 – Hot Dog w/meatsauce, French Fries, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Nov. 21 – Bag Lunch. PBJ Uncrustable, Chips/Crackers/Pretzel, Cheese Stick Raisins, Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 22 – Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Knot, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Nov. 25 – Sausage Pizza, Chicken Wings, Broccoli, Assorted Fruit Choice
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Turkey & Gravy, Stuffing Mashed Potato, Vegetables, Cranberry Sauce, Milk
Wednesday, Nov. 27 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Thursday, Nov. 28 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Friday, Nov. 29 – No School – Thanksgiving Recess
Share your thoughts: feasiblity study ThoughtExchange now open
Dear Fort Plain CSD Community,
We’re about midway through our feasibility study exploring the possibility of joining the Canajoharie and Fort Plain school districts into a new, unified district. At this point, we’re reaching out again to invite your thoughts, questions and ideas through a new ThoughtExchange process.
Your input is crucial as we consider the impact and potential of this initiative.
This study aims to understand the potential benefits, challenges and effects of centralizing our districts. It is focused on three main areas:
- Educational experiences: Will this benefit students and improve the quality of education?
- Organizational capacity: Can we improve resource sharing and overall efficiency?
- Financial sustainability: Would centralizing help with long-term financial stability and wise use of resources?
We’re looking at factors like the quality of education, efficient use of resources and fiscal responsibility to see if joining the two districts could lead to stronger, more sustainable schools.
The study will help us decide if this change can improve educational outcomes and support a vibrant, well-rounded school community.
View documents related to the study’s progress, to-date.
Share your thoughts on this process through ThoughtExchange
This next ThoughtExchange will allow you to:
- Share any questions or thoughts you have about the study’s progress so far.
- Review and rate the ideas of others to help us see what’s most important to everyone.
Follow this link to participate with this ThoughtExchange: https://tejoin.com/scroll/432834459
Thank you for helping us make informed decisions for our schools. Your voice is a valuable part of this conversation about our future.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lauren Crisman, Superintendent
Board of Education Meeting – Oct. 30
The Fort Plain Board of Education will meet on Oct. 30, 2024 at 3:45 p.m.
The meeting will take place in the Ronald H. Thibodeau Conference Room in the District Office, 25 High Street, Fort Plain, N.Y.
View the FPCSD Board of Education – Oct. 30, 2024 meeting agenda.
Ist Annual Veterans Day Reception and Assembly – Nov. 8
Harry Hoag Elementary will host a reception and assembly on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 in honor of the veterans in our Fort Plain community.
Those who have served our country and are connected to our students, staff and community are invited to attend this reception beginning at 7:45 a.m. and to stay for an assembly in their honor. This event will take place in the Harry Hoag Elementary School Library and Gym.
Veterans: Please RSVP by Friday, Nov. 1 by calling 518-993-4000, emailing jennifer.ruszkowski@fortplain.org or to your child’s teacher.
Veterans who are unable to attend this celebration are invited to message us with their name and branch of service so we may include them in our Hall of Heroes display.
Thank you to Montgomery County for co-sponsoring this event with our district.
2024-25 student transportation news and updates
The following is a message from Fort Plain CSD Transportation Supervisor Gary Ruszkowski sent to families on Oct. 18, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We hope this message finds you well.
We want to inform you about an important update regarding our school bus transportation system.
Effective on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, buses will no longer pick up students who are not part of the regular bus route. This decision has been made to ensure the safety and well-being of all students while they travel to and from school.
We continue to provide a high-quality transportation service. Please be aware, however, that there may be occasional delays with pick up or drop off times due to bus driver shortages. If any delays are expected to be longer than 20 minutes, families/guardians will be notified via Parent Square.
As always, you can call the Transportation Supervisor at 518-993-4000 ext. 4001 or the Transportation Secretary at 518-993-4000 ext. 3059 to inquire about delays.
We kindly ask that you review and update your student’s pick-up and drop-off information if your child uses school provided transportation.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students.
Sincerely,
Gary Ruszkowski, Transportation Supervisor
Board of Education Meeting – Oct. 17
The Fort Plain Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Oct. 17, 2024 beginning at 6 p.m.
The meeting will take place in the Ronald H. Thibodeau Conference Room in the District Office, 25 High Street, Fort Plain, N.Y.
View the FPCSD Board of Education – Oct. 17, 2024 meeting agenda.
Voters approve Capital Improvement Project
Fort Plain Central School District residents voted on Oct. 3, 2024 to approve a $10,140,000 capital improvement project by a vote of 101 to 83.
The project will fund needed repairs and improvements inside and out of both Harry Hoag Elementary School and the Jr./Sr. High School. It will also enhance some of our well-used gathering spaces, such as the Jr./Sr. High School auditorium, and provide safer access to our athletic facilities.
Thank you to all who voted on this project and for your support of our students and schools.