Happy Juneteenth!
What does Juneteenth celebrate?
Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the freedom of the slaves in the United States. The name Juneteenth is a combination of the words June and nineteenth. The day is also called Emancipation Day and Freedom Day.
History of Juneteenth
The Emancipation Proclamation was issued by Abraham Lincoln on September 22, 1862. It went into effect on January 1, 1863. However, slaves were not set free in the Confederacy until Union army was able to come in and take over. On June 18, 1865 the Union army arrived in Galveston, Texas. The next day, June 19th, General Gordon Granger announced that the slaves in Texas were free by order of the president of the United States.
The former slaves in Galveston celebrated the day that they were set free. The first Juneteenth celebration took place the very next year.
Athletic updates...Please check the athletic schedules there have been a few changes. As always, athletic events can change very quickly.
Any questions with practices please contact your coach. Coach O already has the schedules up and has sent out emails.
8/26 First day of practice for both soccer and golf.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me, either by email or by phone.
MCS Music's Inaugural Gala, Fortissimo, was a HUGE success!
The 5th grade Country Fair was a delicious success!
Margaretville Pride!
To all members of the school community attending our annual 5th grade Country Fair this Friday, 6/14, 8:30-11:30: Due to the first day of regents exams and the need to keep our front hallway quiet, we will be moving entrance to the building through the eastern side door (5th grade classroom entrance).
For all other visitors to the building , we will have the usual front entry.
Tomorrow's the big night!
See you Thursday evening at 7pm for the First-Annual Fortissimo! All students in Band or Chorus get one free concert-only ticket (give your name at the door!).
Concert doors open at 6:30pm!
https://sites.google.com/margaretvillecs.org/fortissimo/home
Tonight we celebrated academic excellence at MCS!
Congratulations to all our scholars and our Junior Class Scholarship Recipients!
Board of Education Workshop - Principal Search
MCS COMMUNITY: We need to hear from you!
As I am sure that you have heard, Mr. Giardino will be leaving us at the end of the year. That means we have to begin the search for a new Principal. It is really important that we gather information from all of you, so that we can find the best fit for our school. We know it will be hard to replace Mr. G, but with your help, we will try our best! Click on the link below to start the survey.
https://tejoin.com/scroll/602337189
Tristan McVitty Wins the Delaware League Boys Singles Championship!!
Conner Hill and Ryan Sanford also Won the Delaware League Boys Doubles Championship!
Congratulations to our Tennis Team this season!!
MCS Sports Clinic Information
ATTENTION HS STUDENTS!!! REGENTS REVIEW & EXAM SCHEDULE
Margaretville's Wildflowers Girls on the Run team went to Oneonta this past weekend to participate in an end of season 5k, which included over 20 other schools from the central NY area. Throughout the spring season these students learned a lot about making positive choices, team spirit, being a leader and helping others. Their hard work and perseverance paid off in being able to complete the 5k (3.1 miles). Way to go!!
Athletic Banquet update:
RSVPs for the 2024 Athletic Banquet were due today (Friday, May 31).
Anyone who would like to RSVP (either just for their athlete OR for athletes and guests) needs to email Julia Marks (jmarks2@margaretvillecs.org) as soon as possible.
Please note: there is no charge for the banquet, and each athlete is allocated four guests. If you have more than four guests, please add their names for inclusion on the overflow list.
Margaretville High School students had the chance to rub elbows with numerous career industries at Career Jam at Schenectady County Community College. Career Jam is a Workforce Development program that connects students to employers and future careers through hands-on exploration. Students were able to ask questions, interact with those in the career, and "play" with industry equipment. Students were also able to tour the campus and learn more about the college offerings.
Margaretville's Senior Spring Fever Dance was a success! Click on the link to see how much fun Baby Boomers, Gen X and Gen Z can have when you get them all together! https://youtu.be/d-1ahSRUTmM?feature=shared
Athletic Banquet is on Friday, June 7th at 6:00. It is being sponsored by the MCS Athletic Booster Club. Dinner is at 6:00, followed by award presentations.
We will be honoring all athletic teams, however highlighting the Seniors.
IF you have any questions, please contact Ivan Herrera, Stephanie Torres or Julia Marks.
Go Blue Devils!!
Today the administrative team accompanied by family members got to witness Seal Of Bilteracy Presentations by students Yamilet Perez and Merlinda Caamano.
The New York State Seal of Biliteracy encourages students to pursue and maintain biliteracy and bilingualism and can be evidence of skills that are attractive to future employers and college admissions offices. Upon completion of requirements, they will receive a seal on their diploma.
Kudos to these students and the dedication of Spanish Teacher, Ms. Stanford, ENL Teacher Frank Hayes and School Counselor Brittany Triebe for assisting with this process!
Today we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices." — Harry S. Truman, 33rd U.S. President
Many of us were fortunate to experience our School Choir perform this week on the night of the budget vote. How's that as a way to get folks into our school to vote?
The choir wowed the MCS school community with their talent.
Additionally, it was powerful to see the students love for their choir group. It was also amazing to see the elementary students on stage with the high school students. Clearly they were enjoying themselves!
It certainly felt like a united school community!
KUDOS!
