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  • Take a look around our new website

    After months of work, we’re excited to announce that Poland Central School District’s new website is now live. We encourage you to take a look around. You can expect to find more thoughtful and streamlined navigation and content that not only answers questions but ignites your enthusiasm for the incredible work of our students and…

  • Poland CSD voters approve 2026-27 proposed school budget

    On May 19, Poland Central School District voters approved the district’s 2026-27 budget proposal of $18,549,639, 161votes for to 48 against. Additionally, one board member was elected to serve a five-year term beginning July 1. At this time, these are unofficial results. The $18,549,639 budget includes a spending increase of $255,542, or 1.40%, over the…

  • Introducing Poland’s Class of 2026 Valedictorian Grace Grems

    Poland CSD is proud to introduce Grace Grems as the Class of 2026 Valedictorian. Grace Grems is the daughter of Renee Alsante and Jonathan Grems. We asked Grace some questions about her time at PCS and her future plans, and here are her answers: Q1: What is the most important thing you learned from your…

  • Introducing Poland’s Class of 2026 Salutatorian Noah Lamphere

    Poland CSD is proud to introduce Noah Lamphere as the Class of 2026 Salutatorian. Noah is the son of Jody and Robert Lamphere. We asked Noah some questions about his time at PCS and his future plans, and here are his answers: Q1: What is the most important thing you learned from your time at…

  • Congratulations to All the Third Quarter Prepared, Productive, Proud (PPP) Award Recipients

    Congratulations to all of the 3rd Quarter PPP award recipients! See the full list below: PPP Awards – Grades K-2 Awards Character Pledge Perfect Attendance Eye of the Tornado Class Awardees Safety Awards Safety Walker Award Safe Rider Award Class & Special Area Awards Class Awards Special Area PPP Awards – Grades 3-5 Pledge of…

  • BOCES Services Reduce Costs and Maximize Taxpayer Dollars in 2026-27 Proposed Budget

    Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) exist across New York state to support local school districts by providing services that are shared by multiple districts, often costing less than if the districts operated the programs on their own, because the state offers aid for a portion of the program or service expense. By participating in…

  • Thirteen Poland Students Take Home Awards at Utica University’s 47th Annual Science Fair

    Seven schools including: Clinton, New Hartford, Notre Dame, Remsen, Utica Academy of Science, Whitesboro, and Poland participated in Utica University’s 47th annual Regional Science Fair on March 21, 2026. Of the 12 senior level category awards, Poland students had the most winners of any school in the senior level. Congratulations to all of Poland CSD’s…

  • Poland CSD Students Awarded $5,500 in Prizes at its 38th Annual Science Fair

    The 38th Annual Poland Science Fair was a tremendous success, showcasing the creativity, innovation, and scientific curiosity of its students. The event, held in the school gymnasium on March 5, brought together young minds eager to present their projects in various fields, including biology, engineering, chemistry, and environmental science. A total of 29 students in…

  • Forging Career and Neural Pathways Through Resilience: How Community Support and an Unwillingness to Give Up Shaped One Poland Alum’s Career in Biomedical Research

    For Briana Goggin, the concept of neuroplasticity isn’t just science; it’s the start and story of her career. For this Poland CSD alum, finding her calling as a biomedical analyst specializing in neurology was not a straight line. Like many students, her journey was filled with zigs and zags, rerouting, and resilience, much like the…

  • Community Members can now Join ParentSquare to Receive District Messages, Alerts

    The Poland Central School District is making it easier for community members to stay informed about district-level happenings. Members of the community are invited to join ParentSquare – the district’s primary school-to-home communication tool. The new Poland CSD Community Group on ParentSquare allows community members who don’t have students active in the district, such as…

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