High school yearbooks for students are available by pre-order only through Feb. 14

Fayetteville-Manlius High School students may pre-order the 2024-25 yearbook online. Yearbooks are available for $85 (without personalization or a protection plan) through Jan. 31. Beginning Feb. 1, the cost of yearbooks will increase to $90 (without personalization or a protection plan). The last day to order a yearbook is Feb. 14. Yearbooks may only be …

Board of Education appoints consultant to help with search for new superintendent

The Board of Education has started the search for the next Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District Superintendent of Schools. “We want to stay aligned, focused, and thoughtful to make sure we make the best decision for the district, and most importantly for our students and taxpayers,” explained Board of Education President Sarah Fitzgerald.  In September, Superintendent …

“Big Read” culminates with community event to discuss redefining success

As the Community Big Read comes to a close, F-M Central School District is hosting one final conversation featuring a panel of special guests. The Big Read finale, “From a House of Cards to a Strong Foundation: Redefining Success in our Community,” will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the High …

Universal Pre-K lottery registration for 2025-26 school year is open

Families who are interested in enrolling their child in Fayetteville-Manlius School District’s Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for the 2024-25 school year can now submit a registration form for the registration lottery. Registrations can be submitted online or in hard copy.  To submit a registration online, find the registration link and instructions on the district’s registration …

Dozens are inducted into FMHS Hispanic Honor Society

New members were welcomed into the Fayetteville-Manlius Hispanic Honor Society, Joaquín Sorolla Chapter on Dec. 10. The following students have shown a deep interest in the Spanish language and high academic achievement throughout high school in their Spanish courses: Samuel Abougor Claire Akin Jessica Beasley William Beecher Anthony Bottar Matthew Brenneck Isaac Choseed Isabella Crain …

Students celebrate accomplishments at NYS School Music Association Winter Conference

The F-M wind ensemble was one of eight groups selected to perform at the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Winter Conference in early December. “It is definitely an honor to be selected as a performance ensemble and I am extremely proud of the group and how they performed,” explained FMHS band teacher Rebecca …

Enders Road Elementary principal announces June retirement

Following a 32-year career in education, including 18 years spent at the Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District, Enders Road Elementary School principal Dr. Debbie Capri has announced that she will retire in June. “Debbie dedicated herself to the children of Enders Road Elementary by promoting trust, enhancing communication, and deepening connections with the children and their …

Wellwood students join forces with Clear Path for Veterans

As part of the Fayetteville-Manlius School District’s commitment to developing community partnerships that extend classroom learning and encouraging civic engagement, Wellwood Middle School is teaming up with Clear Path for Veterans. Clear Path for Veterans is a nonprofit organization that provides support and services to U.S. military veterans and their families. Students participate in activities …

Board of Education appoints new interim leadership at Eagle Hill Middle School

At its meeting on December 9th, the Board of Education accepted the resignation of Maureen McCrystal, effective December 6, 2024. McCrystal had served as the principal of Eagle Hill Middle School since 2008. At the same meeting, the Board of Education appointed Dr. Karen A. Liparulo to serve as interim principal and Paula Kopp to …

Testing the limits: third graders build wind-resistant structures alongside Feldmeier engineer

Third graders at Fayetteville Elementary learned first-hand how weather and climate impacts their lives by competing in an engineering challenge.  The goal was to teach students how humans can reduce impact from natural hazards through design. An engineer from Feldmeier Equipment was on hand to show students the importance of various structural design elements on …

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