District to reduce road salt usage during mid-winter recess; visitors urged to use caution

Due to the regional shortage of road salt impacting the Fayetteville-Manlius School District’s current and anticipated future supply, district roadways, parking lots and sidewalks will be plowed but not salted during the mid-winter recess. The district encourages anyone visiting our campuses from Feb. 15 through Feb. 23, 2025 to exercise caution on our roadways, parking …

Two students qualify for The Post Standard Final Regional Spelling Bee

Two F-M middle school students will compete in The Post-Standard | syracuse.com Final Regional Bee. Wellwood student Hazel Bazzano and Eagle Hill student Nikhil Jasti both received high scores on the Regional Qualifier-level online test, securing their spots in the Final Regional Bee. Hazel and Nikhil are 2 of 20 students from regional schools who …

“Big Read” community event rescheduled for May 5

Update as of February 13, 2025 The Big Read finale event, “From a House of Cards to a Strong Foundation: Redefining Success in our Community,” has been rescheduled after inclement weather caused organizers to postpone the discussion. The community conversation will now be held on Monday, May 5 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Fayetteville-Manlius High …

Creativity shines at F-M; students bring home more than 100 Scholastic Art Awards

Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District students were recently recognized with a total of 144 awards in the 2025 Central New York Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition. In total, 4,555 pieces were submitted and judges selected the top 1,300 works to win awards in 17 categories. The Scholastic Art Awards are the nation’s longest-running and …

Eleven varsity teams earn scholar-athlete recognition

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) recently recognized several Fayetteville-Manlius School District athletic teams as part of its winter Scholar-Athlete program. At the end of each sports season, NYSPHSAA recognizes student-athletes and teams that have achieved academic success. To receive a NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete team award, 75 percent of students on a …

F-M parents/guardians asked to complete digital equity survey

The following letter was sent to F-M parents/guardians via email: Dear parents/guardians, The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is requesting internet and technology information to provide funding for school districts depending on the needs of the families. The ultimate goal is for NYSED to provide funding to those districts where families do not have …

FMHS Musical Theatre Presents “The Prom: School Edition”

The Fayetteville-Manlius High School Musical Theatre program is proud to announce its upcoming production of “The Prom: School Edition,” a vibrant show that highlights the importance of kindness, solidarity, and standing up for one another in challenging times. This reimagined version of the acclaimed Broadway musical offers engaging entertainment that speaks to the heart of …

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 …

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 …

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