Category: Mohonasen High School
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May 1; Trades Fair Outdoor Expo
Schenectady County Connects is hosting their Trades Fair Outdoor Expo on May 1, for Mohonasen High School students. The expo brings together representatives from skilled trades industries and outdoor career fields in one place. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with employers, training programs, and industry professionals to learn about career pathways, apprenticeships, certifications…
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Music program receives national recognition
Mohonasen received the 2026 Best Communities for Music Education designation from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. This is the district’s ninth time receiving the award. To earn the Best Communities for Music Education designation, the music department completed an in-depth survey covering areas such as funding, graduation requirements,…
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Graduation speaker contest
The 38th annual Graduation Speaker Contest for the Class of 2026 was held on Thursday, April 23. Speaking candidates in the contest included Lucas Avery, Amy Barbosa, Miley Fredenburg, Laurel Karp, Jeremy LaDuke, Danyella Sanders, Gavin Schmid, Mekka Vasquez and Ruby Zinnershine. Judges for the competition included Rich Becker of University at Albany, Erin Breslin…
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Computer science students compete at Siena College Programming Contest
Ten Mohonasen Computer Science students recently traveled to Siena College to compete in the Annual Programming Contest, joining more than 100 teams from across New York State. Over the course of three hours, students worked to solve seven challenging coding problems in a fast-paced, competitive environment that tested both their technical skills and ability to…
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Mohonasen Awards for Media Arts taking place on May 13
The 9th Annual Mohonasen Awards for Media Arts (MAMAs) will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, at the Rotterdam Square Cinema. The MAMAs is an Oscar-style awards show that celebrates the achievements of media arts students and showcases the creativity they’ve demonstrated throughout the school year. Tickets are free, but seats fill…
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High School Regional Art Exhibition
Congratulations to Piper Casterlin and Estella Murray for having their work selected for the 2026 HS Regional Art Exhibit at the Albany Center Gallery. The exhibit runs from March 21 to April 24, and features the work of 109 high school students throughout the region. More Information can be found here: https://albanycentergallery.org/27HSR
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Seen at; 2nd Annual Unity Rally
What began as a simple idea, the boX Challenge, quickly grew into a region-wide movement, empowering students to reject labels and define themselves through positive identity. That momentum carried into an inspiring Unity Rally, where students came together in a powerful display of creativity and connection. The event highlighted the importance of creating spaces where…
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MHS National Honor Society Induction
Congratulations to the newest inductees of the Mohonasen High School National Honor Society. These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character, earning a place in this prestigious organization. NHS membership is a testament to their hard work and dedication, both in academics and in making a positive impact on our school and…
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Student-led boX Challenge brings anti-bias movement to schools across the Capital Region
What started as a student project has grown into a region-wide movement. The boX Challenge, founded by MHS junior Michael Collura, is calling on schools across the Capital Region to join a campaign encouraging students to reject the labels society places on them, and to replace those labels with something far more powerful, their own…
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April 2; Color Guard Home Show
On April 2, Mohonasen will host their annual Color Guard Home Show. The show starts at 6 p.m. in the high school gym, and will feature other performing groups from around the area. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and food will be available for purchase. Tickets are $5 for general admission, and full color…