MIDDLEBURGH - The Middleburgh Central School has appointed Dr. Nicholas P. Comproski as the new elementary school principal, effective July 1, the start of the 2026-27 school year.

School board members made the appointment last week after the annual public hearing on the budget.

MCS Superintendent Mark Place said the district is excited to welcome Dr. Comproski and is confident he will be a strong addition to the MCS community.

"He stands out not only for his knowledge of teaching and learning, but also for the way he connects with people," said Mr. Place. "It was clear to our interviewing team that he brings a thoughtful, student-centered approach and a strong commitment to supporting every student. He also excels at building meaningful partnerships with staff and families."

Dr. Comproski noted that he was attracted to Middleburgh because it will be a great place to build those partnerships.

“In a community like Middleburgh, it's possible to really get to know each student and their families, and to be part of their educational journey in a meaningful way,” he said. "Middleburgh stood out to me because of how much the community truly cares. I was struck by the passion of its alumni and the strong sense of tradition and history that defines the school.”

He also said he is excited to become an MCS Knight.

Dr. Comproski holds a Master of Science in Education from The College of Saint Rose and Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Russell Sage College, along with additional degrees and certificates.

He began his career in education in 2012 and taught social studies prior to taking on administrative leadership roles in 2022, most recently at the Fort Edward Union Free School District. Dr. Comproski also has a strong background in Special Education and served as an adjunct professor in the teacher preparation program from 2020 to 2024 at the College of Saint Rose.

Dr. Comproski serves as a lieutenant and emergency medical technician with the Maplewood Volunteer Fire Department and is a member of the North Colonie Central School District Board of Education.

Dr. Comproski replaces long-time Principal Amy Irwin who left MCS in the spring.

The opening attracted 42 applicants, Mr. Place said.

In March, the district announced that Mrs. Irwin, who has been at MCS for seven years, has accepted a leadership position in the Shenendehowa Central school District. Her final day with MCS was April 10.

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In other action, board members:

* Accepted the resignation of Leif Vargas from his position as mathematics teacher effective June 30.

* Accepted the following donations: $250 from D'Ella Buick, GMC Cadillac for the elementary school art club and a Bundy clarinet worth $70 for the elementary band.

* Approved the following overnight trip: Camp Oswegatchie, Croghan, New York from July 19-24.

* Approved the History Club trip to Italy, Meteora, and Athens from April 12-21, 2018.

* Appointed the following extracurricular advisors for the remainder of the school year: Thomas Holliday, Little Knights soccer.