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Stamford Central School District
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING
BUDGET HEARING
A budget hearing for the residents of the Stamford Central School District, qualified to vote at school district meetings will be held at Stamford Central School in the cafeteria on June 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., where there shall be presented the proposed school district budget for the following year.
DATE OF VOTE
The special district meeting for the revote upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures shall be held on June 16, 2026, at the Stamford Central School District, in room 113, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
PROPOSITION 1 - Statement of Money Required for Next School Year
A copy of the statement of the amount of money which would be required for the next school year for school purposes shall be completed seven days before the budget hearing and may be obtained by any resident of the District at Stamford Central School during the period of 14 days immediately before the annual meeting and election, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., except Saturday, Sunday or a holiday.
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Applications for absentee and early mail ballots may be applied for at the Office of the District office. Such applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven days before the vote set in this notice if the ballot is to be mailed to the absentee voter or the day before the vote if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the absentee voter. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received in the office of the District Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote.
A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail voters’ ballots have been issued shall be available for public inspection during regular office hours which are between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Any qualified voter may upon examination of such list, file written challenge of qualifications of voter of any person, whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for the challenge. Such list shall be posted in a conspicuous place during the election, and any qualified voter may challenge the acceptance of the absentee voters’ ballots or a person on such list, by making this challenge and the reasons for the challenge known to the inspectors of election before the close of the polls. Inquiries regarding military ballots may be made to the District Clerk at 607-652-7301 ext. 141, or mhitt@stamfordcs.org.
VOTING REQUIREMENTS
The qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said Budget revote and election. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election. The School district may require all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law §2018-c. Such form may include a driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District may also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.
DATED: _ May 27, 2026
By order of the Stamford Central School District
Maria Hitt, District Clerk
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING
BUDGET HEARING
A budget hearing for the residents of the Stamford Central School District, qualified to vote at school district meetings will be held at Stamford Central School in the cafeteria on June 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., where there shall be presented the proposed school district budget for the following year.
DATE OF VOTE
The special district meeting for the revote upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures shall be held on June 16, 2026, at the Stamford Central School District, in room 113, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
PROPOSITION 1 - Statement of Money Required for Next School Year
A copy of the statement of the amount of money which would be required for the next school year for school purposes shall be completed seven days before the budget hearing and may be obtained by any resident of the District at Stamford Central School during the period of 14 days immediately before the annual meeting and election, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., except Saturday, Sunday or a holiday.
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Applications for absentee and early mail ballots may be applied for at the Office of the District office. Such applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven days before the vote set in this notice if the ballot is to be mailed to the absentee voter or the day before the vote if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the absentee voter. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received in the office of the District Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote.
A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail voters’ ballots have been issued shall be available for public inspection during regular office hours which are between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Any qualified voter may upon examination of such list, file written challenge of qualifications of voter of any person, whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for the challenge. Such list shall be posted in a conspicuous place during the election, and any qualified voter may challenge the acceptance of the absentee voters’ ballots or a person on such list, by making this challenge and the reasons for the challenge known to the inspectors of election before the close of the polls. Inquiries regarding military ballots may be made to the District Clerk at 607-652-7301 ext. 141, or mhitt@stamfordcs.org.
VOTING REQUIREMENTS
The qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said Budget revote and election. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election. The School district may require all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law §2018-c. Such form may include a driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District may also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.
DATED: _ May 27, 2026
By order of the Stamford Central School District
Maria Hitt, District Clerk
Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 6:00 pm in the school cafeteria.
Friendly Reminder: Our 4th thru 6th Grade Spring Concert is tonight at 6:30 PM. Students performing should arrive at 6:00 PM dressed in all black.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, The Elementary Science Club is building rockets! See flyer for all the details!
Legal Notice
The Stamford Central School Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on May 21, 2026, at 4:15 p.m.. in the cafeteria to appoint an employee and then into Executive Session to discuss the employment of a particular person.
Maria Hitt,
District Clerk
Stamford Central School
The Stamford Central School Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on May 21, 2026, at 4:15 p.m.. in the cafeteria to appoint an employee and then into Executive Session to discuss the employment of a particular person.
Maria Hitt,
District Clerk
Stamford Central School
PROPOSITION 1 - Statement of Estimated Expenditures
RESOLVED that the Board of Education of Stamford Central School be and hereby is authorized to expend the sum set forth of $11,763,564 and to levy the necessary tax for the above purpose.
__73_ Yes __75_ No
PROPOSITION 2 – Bus Purchase
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Stamford Central School District be authorized to purchase a 65-passenger bus (Freightliner/Thomas) not to exceed a cost of $183,600, and to pay for such purchases from a previously established bus reserve fund and/or unappropriated fund balance.
__82_ Yes __65_ No
BOARD MEMBERS – TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2029
Vote for Two (2)
Megan Buel 118
Lucas Flachs 115
RESOLVED that the Board of Education of Stamford Central School be and hereby is authorized to expend the sum set forth of $11,763,564 and to levy the necessary tax for the above purpose.
__73_ Yes __75_ No
PROPOSITION 2 – Bus Purchase
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Stamford Central School District be authorized to purchase a 65-passenger bus (Freightliner/Thomas) not to exceed a cost of $183,600, and to pay for such purchases from a previously established bus reserve fund and/or unappropriated fund balance.
__82_ Yes __65_ No
BOARD MEMBERS – TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2029
Vote for Two (2)
Megan Buel 118
Lucas Flachs 115
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate the dedication, passion, and care our teachers bring to our school each day. Thank you for shaping young minds and helping our students grow and succeed! 💙🏫
We want to thank our amazing school cafeteria staff for the outstanding work they do every day! Your hard work, care, and dedication help keep our students fueled and ready to learn. 💙🍎
See attached flyer for the NYS Power Authority events coming up.
Important Upcoming Dates:
Budget Hearing is Tuesday, May 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the SCS cafeteria.
Board of Education Meeting is Thursday, May 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the SCS cafeteria.
School Budget Vote is Tuesday, May 19 from noon to 8:00 p.m. at SCS in room 113.
Budget Hearing is Tuesday, May 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the SCS cafeteria.
Board of Education Meeting is Thursday, May 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the SCS cafeteria.
School Budget Vote is Tuesday, May 19 from noon to 8:00 p.m. at SCS in room 113.
📚 Kindergarten & Pre-K Registration Reminder 📚
Registration for Kindergarten and Pre-K for fall 2026 is still underway! If your child is eligible and hasn’t been registered yet, please contact Stamford Central School at (607) 652-7301 ext. 0.
We look forward to welcoming our newest learners! 🎉
STAMFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL NEWS RELEASE
FROM: Terri delRosario
RE: News Release for Kindergarten and Pre-K Registration
DATE: February 26, 2026
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Parents of children living in the Stamford Central School District who will be 5 years old by December 1st are invited to register their children to begin Kindergarten in September 2026. Please call Stamford Central School at (607) 652-7301 (ext. 0) by Friday, March 27, 2026 with the child’s name, address and date of birth. Kindergarten screenings will be scheduled at a later date.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Stamford Central School is taking names of children for the joint Universal Pre-Kindergarten program for the fall of 2026. Children in Stamford and Jefferson School Districts who will be 4 years old by December 1st are eligible. Parents who are interested should call their home school district by Friday, March 27, 2026.
Jefferson Central School (607) 652-7821
Stamford Central School (607) 652-7301 (ext. 0)
IMPORTANT SPORTS CHANGES
-The varsity baseball game scheduled for today is postponed. There will be no practice.
-The varsity softball game scheduled for today has been postponed. There will be a team meeting in the Stamford New Gym today right after school from 3-3:30pm
-Modified softball will have a team meeting at Churchill Gym from 3:15-3:45. There will be no practice afterwards.
-The tennis match against Hunter today has been postponed. There will be no practice.
-Modified baseball practice is canceled today
-The track meet in Milford today is on as scheduled
Thank you!
-The varsity baseball game scheduled for today is postponed. There will be no practice.
-The varsity softball game scheduled for today has been postponed. There will be a team meeting in the Stamford New Gym today right after school from 3-3:30pm
-Modified softball will have a team meeting at Churchill Gym from 3:15-3:45. There will be no practice afterwards.
-The tennis match against Hunter today has been postponed. There will be no practice.
-Modified baseball practice is canceled today
-The track meet in Milford today is on as scheduled
Thank you!
📣 IMPORTANT SCHOOL CALENDAR UPDATE 📣
Please Read – Schedule Changes Ahead
We want to make families aware of important schedule changes to the school year calendar, and reminders of early dismissals, and upcoming events over the next several weeks.
🗓️ Key updates include:
Early Release Day & Emergency Go‑Home Drill
School closures due to unused snow days
Juneteenth holiday closure
Elementary half‑days in late June
Updated event dates (including a calendar change)
📄 Please be sure to read the attached letter carefully for full details, dates, and times so you can plan accordingly.
✅ We encourage families to continue checking the district calendar regularly for additional updates and events.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation!
Please Read – Schedule Changes Ahead
We want to make families aware of important schedule changes to the school year calendar, and reminders of early dismissals, and upcoming events over the next several weeks.
🗓️ Key updates include:
Early Release Day & Emergency Go‑Home Drill
School closures due to unused snow days
Juneteenth holiday closure
Elementary half‑days in late June
Updated event dates (including a calendar change)
📄 Please be sure to read the attached letter carefully for full details, dates, and times so you can plan accordingly.
✅ We encourage families to continue checking the district calendar regularly for additional updates and events.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation!
Jr/Sr High Spring Concert, Monday, April 20th, at 6:30 p.m. in the school auditorium. Participating students need to arrive at the school between 5:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Hope to see you there!
SCS Board of Education – Upcoming Important Dates
• Wednesday, April 15 – Budget Development Workshop, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Thursday, April 16 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Tuesday, May 12 – Budget Hearing, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Thursday, May 14 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Tuesday, May 19 – Budget Vote, 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., SCS Room 113
• Wednesday, April 15 – Budget Development Workshop, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Thursday, April 16 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Tuesday, May 12 – Budget Hearing, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Thursday, May 14 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:00 p.m., SCS Cafeteria
• Tuesday, May 19 – Budget Vote, 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., SCS Room 113
Please see the attached parent letter containing important information about the New York State Grades 3–8 assessments.
Board of Education meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the SCS cafeteria.
Elementary Spring Concert Updates
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Pre-K through 6th grade concert has been rescheduled.
• Pre-K: Students will perform at their graduation ceremony.
• Kindergarten – 3rd Grade: Students will perform during the Elementary Awards Ceremony on June 25th.
• 4th – 6th Grade: The concert will take place on June 1st at 6:30 PM.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Clark at aclark@stamfordcs.org
Thank you for your understanding and support!
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Pre-K through 6th grade concert has been rescheduled.
• Pre-K: Students will perform at their graduation ceremony.
• Kindergarten – 3rd Grade: Students will perform during the Elementary Awards Ceremony on June 25th.
• 4th – 6th Grade: The concert will take place on June 1st at 6:30 PM.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Clark at aclark@stamfordcs.org
Thank you for your understanding and support!
SBHC Spring Break Hours
