In observance of Memorial Day, Walter B. Howard Elementary School classes created patriotic bulletin boards. Students learned about what a hero is, what it means to be patriotic and about freedom. We thank all those who have served or currently serve our country! See more photos here.
Elementary
New Lebanon CSD 2016-17 School Budget Approved
The New Lebanon Central School District $12,554,205 budget was approved by a vote of 149 (yes) to 12 (no) on May 17. This budget represents a $120,546 decrease in spending over the current year’s budget and will result in an estimated 0 percent tax rate increase for residents. Residents also elected Timothy Lambert (146 votes),… Read more »
PTA Meeting – Tuesday, May 17
The PTA meeting is scheduled for today at 4 p.m. in the Walter B. Howard Elementary School library. All are welcome to attend. Read more »
Register for the WBH Elementary Color Run – June 10
The Walter B. Howard Elementary School is proud and excited to sponsor the Color Run on June 10, 2016 at 6:00 pm. We are thrilled to have this as our last fundraiser of the school year. To receive a shirt, bag of color and backpack, you must raise a minimum of $30. There are many… Read more »
Community to Vote on Budget – Tuesday, May 17
The community will vote on the 2016-17 school budget on Tuesday, May 17 from 12:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Walter B. Howard Elementary Gymnasium. The proposed 2016-17 budget strengthens programs for students, maximizes resources and prioritizes fiscal responsibility. The $12,554,205 budget represents a decrease in spending over the current year’s budget. In addition to… Read more »
New Lebanon CSD Announces 3rd Quarter Honor Rolls
New Lebanon CSD has announced the high honor roll and honor roll students for the third quarter of the 2015-16 school year. Congratulations to the following students on your achievement: HIGH HONOR ROLL Grade 5 Lora Acquario Jacob Akley-Forquer Zachary Briggs Liam Buckenroth Korry Cripps Paris Darcy Sadie Giumarra Olivia Goodermote-Cummings Emily Jaswell Lily Kie… Read more »
Author Coleen Paratore Visits WBH Elementary
Children’s author Coleen Paratore visited WBH elementary students on Tuesday, May 3 to discuss how she crafts aspects of her personal life and history into her award-winning fiction and non-fiction books. During her visit, Ms. Paratore spoke during a school wide assembly, spent the day in workshops, and ate lunch with students. During the assembly,… Read more »
Pre-K in Bloom
Pre-K students recently read aloud the book The Grouchy Lady Bug by Eric Carle. Students then worked in small group centers on an art activity using finger paint and pipe cleaners to create the lady bug. Students also worked with teacher Hilary Watts, and wrote a sentence about a time they were grouchy, and drew… Read more »
Freeman honored with Friends of Education award
Jay Freeman, one of our cleaners was honored last night at the 20th Annual Capital Region Education Awards Dinner. Mr. Freeman received the Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA) Friends of Education Award. This award goes to school community members who make a true difference and go beyond their call of duty. Mr. Freeman is… Read more »
PTA Meeting – April 12 Agenda
The PTA will be meeting tonight, Tuesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. in the Walter B. Howard Elementary School Library. All are welcome to attend. Read more »