Happy National Bus Driver Appreciation Day! We’d like to give a big shoutout to our incredible drivers who safely transport our students to and from school every day—rain, shine, and even snow. Thank you for your dedication to our students and our community.
The Class of 2025 is excited to host a school-wide Talent Show on Friday, April 11th at 6pm in the High School Auditorium. Students from across the district will showcase various talents and our panel of judges will bring their expertise. Our MC will keep you laughing throughout the night while you are dazzled by our students. Join us for a night of stellar performances and support the senior class! All community members are welcome to attend the show. A $5 recommended donation at the door ($15 for a family of 4 or more).
Registration for Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten students in the Mount Markham Central School District will take place on Wednesday, April 16th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, April 17th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Elementary School cafeteria.
To enroll in the Pre-K program, children must be 4 years old on or before December 1st, 2025. The Pre-K program will offer openings for morning sessions, afternoon sessions, and full-day. Full-day spots will be filled by a random lottery system. For Kindergarten, children must be 5 years old on or before December 1st, 2025 to be eligible for registration. Kindergarten is only a full-day program.
Please bring your child’s birth certificate, their most recent physical, and shot records. You will need to provide proof of residency. Your child does not have to be present for registration. During this time, you will also have the opportunity to sign up for Kindergarten screening.
If you have any questions feel free to call the Elementary School at 315-822-2840.
The High School Student Council is accepting donations for the Herkimer County Humane Society and Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society. Please drop off donations to the main office at the High School by April 14th. Items needed include:
• Bedding (blankets, flat sheets)
• Cat Litter (Unscented-Non-Scoopable)
• Towels
• Cleaning Supplies (Bleach, dawn dish soap, laundry soap)
• Pet Food
• Toys
The Senior Class will hold a Car Wash on Friday, April 4th from 3-5 p.m. at the High School. Car washes are by donation only, with a recommended contribution of $5. They will be collecting bottles and cans for donation as well!
Students are practicing band and chorus today to prepare for their concert tonight at the Middle School, which begins at 7 p.m.
Mount Markham Elementary School students and staff would like to extend our gratitude to everyone who attended our Veterans Day program on Friday, November 8th. We had a record turnout and were honored to recognize 37 local veterans. The event began with Mrs. Goerner's 2nd-grade students escorting the veterans into the cafeteria. Miss Soucy's 1st-grade class led the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem, followed by a special readers' theater performance by Miss Ratcliffe's 3rd-grade class. Mrs. Winkler directed the chorus in a heartfelt song, and Mrs. Stone's 4th-grade class introduced each veteran, who received a gift prepared by Mrs. Madden and Miss Bunce's class. The program concluded with a moving performance of "Taps" by Chloe Risley and Robert Entwistle. Afterward, veterans were invited to enjoy a special breakfast provided by the school. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this program. Your support of our veterans is deeply appreciated.
Thank you to Alicia and Chris Walker for donating gourds to our Pre-K class! Each student was able to turn their gourd into something fun and unique.🎃
Congratulations to our winners of the Halloween Staff Costume Contest.
We are hosting a bottle and can drive to support the senior class trip to NYC this Sunday!
Congratulations to the first three recipients of the 8th Grade Optimist Club Youth of the Month! Great job, Evelyn, Wyatt and Elliana! 👏
On Tuesday, October 8, sixth grade students Mckenze Benjamin, Larissa Alanste, Kaylee Szablewski, and Evan Bard were chosen to participate in Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES Honors Program event!
This year's sixth grade honors event brought in author Alicia Klepis. Students were able to learn about her work, how she became an author and were then able to create their own writing as well!
Congratulations to Christee Luther and Samantha Wood for receiving a staff shout out! We appreciate everything you do for our students and staff! 👏
Our 5th Grade Character Education class has been talking about respect and made posters to put out in the hall! 🖼️
Congratulations to the following students for being the recipients of the September Character Trait of the Month! The character trait for September was respect.
- Tiernan Louch
- Katie Assisi
- Owen Jones
- Layla Rice
- Madison Dauchy
- John Hatch
- Haylee Hubbard
- Caden Walker
- Matthew Lunny
- Nicholas Thomas
Not pictured: John Hatch, Tiernan Louch and Madison Dauchy
On Sunday, October 6, some of our football team volunteered their time to help load up the trailer for Hurricane Helene victims at the Matteson Hotel.
Thank you boys for dedicating your day to help out!
Congratulations to Jenna Kocienda for being chosen to represent the Center State Conference and the Section III Athletics on the Student Athletic Advisory Committee!
The Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) was developed to give student athletes a voice within the NYSPHSAA. Throughout the school year, the committee will discuss topics relevant to high school student-athletes and develop ways to maintain a positive athletic experience.
Jenna is a Varsity Soccer and Basketball student athlete at Mount Markham. She is a leader on the court, field, and off, where many student athletes look to her for advice, support and guidance and look up to her in a positive way.
Jenna is excited to gain positive feedback from other members of the SAAC and bring their ideas back to her community, and the student athletes of Mount Markham and Section III.
Congratulations, Jenna!
Today is National Custodian Day! Let’s take a moment to celebrate the hard work of all our custodians across the district. We appreciate everything you do to ensure our facilities stay clean and safe for our students and staff.
Congratulations to Amanda Boston and Jocelyn Reynolds for receiving a staff shout out! We appreciate your willingness to go above and beyond for our students!
Our 6th grade students completed their first science project last week!
Students needed to pick an Earth or Space Scientist, conduct research on that scientist, and then present their research wearing their "lab coats!"
Great job, 6th grade scientists! 🧪
