Walton students take trip to see Hamilton
Twenty-six juniors and seniors from Marcia Albrecht’s US History and Advanced Placement US History classes recently traveled to New York City for an unforgettable educational experience that brought American history to life through the power of theater.
The trip was made possible through the EduHam educational program, supported by a grant from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and the Rockefeller Foundation. Students enjoyed lunch in the city before attending a special performance of the award-winning Broadway musical Hamilton, followed by a question-and-answer session with members of the cast.
In preparation for the trip, students examined and compared primary source documents with lyrics from Hamilton, studied the founding period of the United States, and created their own original pieces inspired by what they had learned.
Through this program, students were able to explore the people, ideas, and events that shaped the nation while gaining a deeper appreciation for how history can be interpreted and communicated through music, storytelling, and performance.
This marked the seventh time Albrecht has been able to provide Walton students with this opportunity. Over the years, more than 250 Walton CSD students have experienced this unique blend of history, education, and Broadway theatre.
“This experience allows students to see history beyond the pages of a textbook,” Albrecht said. “By engaging with primary sources, exploring the founding of our nation, and experiencing Hamilton firsthand, students make meaningful connections between the past and the present. The opportunity to learn from the cast and see the production live makes the experience even more powerful.”
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Twenty-six juniors and seniors from Marcia Albrecht’s US History and Advanced Placement US History classes recently traveled to New York City for an unforgettable educational experience that brought American history to life through the power of theater.
The trip was made possible through the EduHam educational program, supported by a grant from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and the Rockefeller Foundation. Students enjoyed lunch in the city before attending a special performance of the award-winning Broadway musical Hamilton, followed by a question-and-answer session with members of the cast.
In preparation for the trip, students examined and compared primary source documents with lyrics from Hamilton, studied the founding period of the United States, and created their own original pieces inspired by what they had learned.
Through this program, students were able to explore the people, ideas, and events that shaped the nation while gaining a deeper appreciation for how history can be interpreted and communicated through music, storytelling, and performance.
This marked the seventh time Albrecht has been able to provide Walton students with this opportunity. Over the years, more than 250 Walton CSD students have experienced this unique blend of history, education, and Broadway theatre.
“This experience allows students to see history beyond the pages of a textbook,” Albrecht said. “By engaging with primary sources, exploring the founding of our nation, and experiencing Hamilton firsthand, students make meaningful connections between the past and the present. The opportunity to learn from the cast and see the production live makes the experience even more powerful.”
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Congratulations to the high school Students of the Month for October 2026!
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REMINDER: The Walton Central School District has an early-release day scheduled for Thursday, November 5. This is a half-day for all students. Times for student release are as follows:
Townsend Elementary School: 11 a.m.
Middle/High School: 11:15 a.m.
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Townsend Elementary School: 11 a.m.
Middle/High School: 11:15 a.m.
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REMINDER!
The annual Townsend Elementary Halloween parade is set for 1:30 p.m. Friday, October 30. (Please note: There is an error with the date in the calendar!)
The parade kicks off at Townsend Elementary, and heads up Mead Street, before turning onto Townsend Street and marching down to Delaware Street. The parade then heads onto Gardiner Place before finishing back at Townsend Elementary!
We know there will be so many great costumes! Come cheer on the parade!
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The annual Townsend Elementary Halloween parade is set for 1:30 p.m. Friday, October 30. (Please note: There is an error with the date in the calendar!)
The parade kicks off at Townsend Elementary, and heads up Mead Street, before turning onto Townsend Street and marching down to Delaware Street. The parade then heads onto Gardiner Place before finishing back at Townsend Elementary!
We know there will be so many great costumes! Come cheer on the parade!
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More than 25 juniors and seniors recently visited Hartwick College to participate in a New York State Association for College Admission Counseling College Fair. There were more than 40 colleges in attendance.
Students also went on a tour of Hartwick’s campus and enjoyed lunch in the dining hall. This event is part of Walton CSD’s College and Career Readiness program.
See more photos on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/waltoncsd/posts/pfbid02zTkYgmY62B5758DdnmSgKPHpMU19yRFgfPfj5KPrHbk4wt56etvfcKnU65SGErFml.
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Students also went on a tour of Hartwick’s campus and enjoyed lunch in the dining hall. This event is part of Walton CSD’s College and Career Readiness program.
See more photos on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/waltoncsd/posts/pfbid02zTkYgmY62B5758DdnmSgKPHpMU19yRFgfPfj5KPrHbk4wt56etvfcKnU65SGErFml.
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The Walton Central School District will host the high school fall concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 29.
The concert features the high school orchestra and high school chorus, directed by Rebekah Doig, as well as the high school band, directed by Meaghan Lawrence.
The program will feature songs from Michael Jackson, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Phantom of the Opera, and much more.
The concert, which is free and open to the public, is in the O’Neill High School auditorium.
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The concert features the high school orchestra and high school chorus, directed by Rebekah Doig, as well as the high school band, directed by Meaghan Lawrence.
The program will feature songs from Michael Jackson, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Phantom of the Opera, and much more.
The concert, which is free and open to the public, is in the O’Neill High School auditorium.
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Seventh-grade students in the Walton CSD middle school will be once again participating in the “Trout in the Classroom” project this year. Social studies teacher Dave Burnsworth leads the project for students, and the tank was set up at the end of September and have been “cycling” it through the nitrogen cycle.
In early October, they received approximately 150 brown trout eggs from the DEC hatchery in Livingston Manor and started hatching quickly. Over the coming months, the fish will grow and students will learn about the life cycle, habitat, and ideal water parameters for our fishy friends. A field trip is planned for the spring where students will visit the hatchery, help the DEC stock the Beaverkill River, and release our own trout into local waters.
This project was made possible by a grant from the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation.
Trout in the Classroom is an organization that connects kids with their local waters. Trout need near perfect water temperature and quality to survive in the wild. The purpose of TIC at Walton CSD is to educate our students about the importance of protecting our local waters. You can find more info about the program at http://www.troutintheclassroom.org/, or contact Burnsworth at dburnsworth@waltoncsd.org.
In early October, they received approximately 150 brown trout eggs from the DEC hatchery in Livingston Manor and started hatching quickly. Over the coming months, the fish will grow and students will learn about the life cycle, habitat, and ideal water parameters for our fishy friends. A field trip is planned for the spring where students will visit the hatchery, help the DEC stock the Beaverkill River, and release our own trout into local waters.
This project was made possible by a grant from the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation.
Trout in the Classroom is an organization that connects kids with their local waters. Trout need near perfect water temperature and quality to survive in the wild. The purpose of TIC at Walton CSD is to educate our students about the importance of protecting our local waters. You can find more info about the program at http://www.troutintheclassroom.org/, or contact Burnsworth at dburnsworth@waltoncsd.org.
It's National Principals Month! Thank you to our principals for what they do each day for our students and staff!
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Good luck to the Walton/Downsville boys soccer team today in the Section Four Class C tournament! W/D, seeded seventh, hosts 10th-seeded Groton at 5 p.m. in Downsville!
Please see the attached for information about the upcoming Walton GSA/STUCO Pride 5K. The event, which is Halloween costumed, will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, October 31. Cost is $15 for all racers.
Thank you, Walton community.
The Walton Central School District extends its sincere gratitude to all community members who turned out in record numbers on October 13 to vote on our proposed capital project. We value the voice of the community and will consider the outcome as we move forward in addressing our facilities' needs.
Thank you again for your active participation and ongoing commitment to our schools.
The Walton Central School District extends its sincere gratitude to all community members who turned out in record numbers on October 13 to vote on our proposed capital project. We value the voice of the community and will consider the outcome as we move forward in addressing our facilities' needs.
Thank you again for your active participation and ongoing commitment to our schools.
REMINDER! Capital Project vote is from 12-8 p.m. today (October 13) at the Walton CSD bus garage!
For information about the vote: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project
Capital project information video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXj0Bm5iGt0
For a video from Superintendent Glavin, please visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/reel/962623339829026
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For information about the vote: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project
Capital project information video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXj0Bm5iGt0
For a video from Superintendent Glavin, please visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/reel/962623339829026
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REMINDERS!
- The Walton Central School District will hold an early dismissal drill on Thursday, October 8. All students will be dismissed to walk, be picked up, or bused home early. Townsend Elementary will dismiss at 2:30 p.m., and the middle and high schools will dismiss at 2:45 p.m.
- There is no school for students on Friday, October 9 (conference day) or Monday, October 12 (holiday). Please note, district offices are also closed on October 12). Have a wonderful long weekend!
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- The Walton Central School District will hold an early dismissal drill on Thursday, October 8. All students will be dismissed to walk, be picked up, or bused home early. Townsend Elementary will dismiss at 2:30 p.m., and the middle and high schools will dismiss at 2:45 p.m.
- There is no school for students on Friday, October 9 (conference day) or Monday, October 12 (holiday). Please note, district offices are also closed on October 12). Have a wonderful long weekend!
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A reminder that the vote for the capital project vote is a week away. We appreciate the questions and comments the community has given during our recent forums.
As a reminder, you can also find information about the project by visiting our website at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project.
The capital project vote will be held from 12-8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13 at the school's bus garage.
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As a reminder, you can also find information about the project by visiting our website at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project.
The capital project vote will be held from 12-8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13 at the school's bus garage.
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We want to thank those who have come out to our community forums in regard to the upcoming capital project vote. We also wanted to share some important facts about the project,
As a reminder, you can also find information about the project by visiting our website at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project.
The capital project vote will be held from 12-8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13 at the school's bus garage.
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As a reminder, you can also find information about the project by visiting our website at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project.
The capital project vote will be held from 12-8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13 at the school's bus garage.
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REMINDER: The Walton Central School District will host a community forum regarding the upcoming capital project vote at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at the WCS bus garage.
Please also visit https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project for information about the project.
The capital project vote is scheduled from 12-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 13 at the school bus garage.
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Please also visit https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/capital-project for information about the project.
The capital project vote is scheduled from 12-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 13 at the school bus garage.
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Welcome back!
A reminder that the first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 8!
Please remember the MS/HS has a new traffic pattern. Please visit https://www.waltoncsd.org/article/3061791 for information.
School menus are up on the website, and you can find them at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/dining.
Athletics information, including the schedule, can be found at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/athletics.
Other information can be found on the district's website at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/. You can also contact your child's school building office during normal hours.
We look forward to seeing the halls filled once again!
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A reminder that the first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 8!
Please remember the MS/HS has a new traffic pattern. Please visit https://www.waltoncsd.org/article/3061791 for information.
School menus are up on the website, and you can find them at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/dining.
Athletics information, including the schedule, can be found at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/page/athletics.
Other information can be found on the district's website at: https://www.waltoncsd.org/. You can also contact your child's school building office during normal hours.
We look forward to seeing the halls filled once again!
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The Walton Central School District welcomed new teachers and staff to new employee orientation this past Tuesday. The group included any hired from September 2025 through present.
Superintendent Teresa Glavin facilitated the day in an effort to promote a sense of belonging, an awareness of district priorities, and instill confidence in their new roles. The day was filled with relationship-building activities. Information on district protocols and procedures, specifically from the business office and technology department, was also talked. The group also took a bus tour through the community.
Teachers also had the chance to spent time with building principals, bargaining units, and/or mentors.
It was a great day to welcome all of the newest members of the Walton Warrior family, and we look forward to a great year!
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Superintendent Teresa Glavin facilitated the day in an effort to promote a sense of belonging, an awareness of district priorities, and instill confidence in their new roles. The day was filled with relationship-building activities. Information on district protocols and procedures, specifically from the business office and technology department, was also talked. The group also took a bus tour through the community.
Teachers also had the chance to spent time with building principals, bargaining units, and/or mentors.
It was a great day to welcome all of the newest members of the Walton Warrior family, and we look forward to a great year!
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We're hiring!
The Walton Central School District has openings for a full-time teacher's aides.
For more information, please view the listing at one of the following:
OLAS: https://olasjobs.org/job-details/WALN0387237-0000
Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/job/teacher-aide-5b96065258630e84
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The Walton Central School District has openings for a full-time teacher's aides.
For more information, please view the listing at one of the following:
OLAS: https://olasjobs.org/job-details/WALN0387237-0000
Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/job/teacher-aide-5b96065258630e84
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Community update: Appointment of new Board of Education member
The Walton Central School District Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Miller to fill the open seat on the Board. Following a thorough review of letters of interest and interviews with candidates, the BOE officially selected Mr. Miller to serve our district and community.
Statement from Board of Education President Kevin Verweire:
"On behalf of the Board of Education, I want to express my deepest gratitude to all of the community members who stepped forward and expressed interest in this open seat. It was incredibly inspiring to see such strong interest, engagement, and dedication from our community.
We are thrilled to welcome Jay Miller to the Board, and we look forward to working alongside him as we continue delivering on our district's vision and mission for our students."
Please join the Board of Education and the entire Walton Central School District in welcoming Jay Miller to his new role.
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The Walton Central School District Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Miller to fill the open seat on the Board. Following a thorough review of letters of interest and interviews with candidates, the BOE officially selected Mr. Miller to serve our district and community.
Statement from Board of Education President Kevin Verweire:
"On behalf of the Board of Education, I want to express my deepest gratitude to all of the community members who stepped forward and expressed interest in this open seat. It was incredibly inspiring to see such strong interest, engagement, and dedication from our community.
We are thrilled to welcome Jay Miller to the Board, and we look forward to working alongside him as we continue delivering on our district's vision and mission for our students."
Please join the Board of Education and the entire Walton Central School District in welcoming Jay Miller to his new role.
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