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Academics

Elementary Academics

The district’s three elementary schools pride themselves on having an educational program that nurtures, challenges and supports every student in all developmental areas. Given the variety in our programming, students are thoughtfully placed as a means for providing instruction that focuses on student-centered goals and personal growth as a learner. Each classroom setting instills in children a love of learning.

Program Highlights

  • Universal Pre-Kindergarten
  • Full day Kindergarten
  • The Reading and Writing Workshop
  • Character Education
  • K-5 Science Program
  • K-5 Library Media Program
  • K-5 Art & Music Program with instrumental and choral instruction in Grades 4 & 5
  • Extracurricular and enrichment opportunities before and after school

Middle School Academics

The mission of the Hudson Falls Middle School is to meet the unique needs of our young adolescents, to help all students succeed and to provide guidance in the social development of each and every student. We are committed to providing an educational environment that is challenging, flexible, supportive and inspiring. All aspects of the Middle School experience are interrelated as they connect with the social, emotional and academic development of the child. We are a community that actively seeks the involvement of all students, faculty, parents and staff.

Program Highlights:

  • The Reading and Writing Workshop
  • Credit bearing electives
  • Project Lead the Way Gateway Program
  • School Counseling
  • Extracurricular and enrichment opportunities after school

High School Academics

Hudson Falls High School faculty and staff consider the educational process to be a partnership. We believe that through the combined efforts of students, parents and educational professionals, anything is possible. To that end, the Hudson Falls High School offers a wide variety of academic course work including Regents level, honors, advanced placement and college level sections, along with a diverse catalogue of vocational opportunities and elective classes.

Program Highlights:

  • Honors and Advanced Placement courses
  • Freshmen Academy
  • WSWHE PTECH Program
  • New Visions Program
  • Over 20 programs with SAEC Career and Technical Education (CTE)
  • Chorus, concert band, jazz ensemble and marching band
  • Nearly 20 sports across all three seasons