The Mountain Eagle - Middleburgh Central School District

The Middleburgh Central School District is a dynamic educational community located in the Helderberg Mountains of Schoharie County, New York. The school district’s motto is “MCS KNIGHTS SUCCEED.”

Departments

Middleburgh Elementary School strives to provide a world-class education for all students, from Pre-K through sixth grade. The Middleburgh Elementary staff serves our students by innovating and collaborating with colleagues, parents, other schools, and community partners. Together as a team, we are developing the skills of creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking. As an elementary school, students will be inspired to excel intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.

School Hours: 8:05 a.m. – 2:50 p.m.

Early Drop Off: 7:30 a.m.

Jr./Sr. High School

Middleburgh Jr./Sr. High school serves approximately 350 students in grades 7-12. Our students embody a tradition of excellence and strive to surpass all New York State Standards on their way to graduation. The school is a blend of progressive educational practices and school town community values. Situated in the Schoharie Valley, the school prides itself on its connection to the surrounding community and the responsibility to protect and strive for innovative approaches to pass on from generation to generation.

Middleburgh Jr./Sr. High School offers a vibrant academic curriculum taught by dedicated staff members in a community-driven atmosphere. The school offers several electives, alternative education programs, career and technical opportunities, agricultural education and blended learning environments to meet the diverse needs of our students.

The variety of extra-curricular and service organizations at Middleburgh Jr. Sr. High School enhance our students’ High School experience. The advisors and students accomplish many goals to improve the school and larger community. The students support and create many activities to “give-back” to their community both inside and outside of the school. In addition, our Athletic program is one of the premier programs in the region and offers opportunities at all levels of engagement. Coaches instill all aspects of the scholar athlete expectation. Excellence is the goal for every student and the collective efforts of our school will ensure success for all. We are a proud community of learners and put forth a strong effort towards continuous improvement.

School Hours: 8:08am - 2:45pm

About Us

Middleburgh’s school district was served originally by a one-room school house. On the site of the current high school, another school was located. That school existed until the current building was erected early in the 20th century. Today, students come from 11 towns in eastern and southern Schoharie County and western Albany County to attend MCS – at 181 square miles, one of the largest school districts in the state in terms of area.

The school district has two buildings: the elementary school (about 340 pre-K-grade 6 students) and the junior/senior high school (about 300 grades 7-12 students), which are both located on Main Street in Middleburgh.

Approximately 80 faculty members and 100 non-instructional and professional staff interact and work with students every day. Middleburgh is known for small class sizes, many of which have fewer than 25 students.

MCS offers students a number of activities outside of the classroom as well. Students are able to participate in National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society, Student Congress, Choir, FBLA, Drama Club, Pep Band and Band, Athletic Association, Mock Trial, Jazz Band, FFA, Marching Band, SADD, Yearbook, Ski Club, Interact, Odyssey of the Mind, Spanish Club, Prom Committee, Model UN, History Club and Flag and ID Group. There are several musical opportunities as well as theatrical opportunities in summer performances, senior play and spring musical. All district activities, programs, and goals are funded by an annual budget of roughly $25 million.

Academics

Middleburgh offers a PreK-12 program that is committed to the success of ALL students by emphasizing social and emotional well-being, high academic standards and a safe learning environment. The district supports equitable learning opportunities and access for every student no matter who they are, where they live, or where they come from.

Our district’s performance on the NY State 3-8 assessments, Regents Exams, and our accountability status can be viewed on the NY State Education Department’s data portal.

Middleburgh’s Theory of Action

We are committed to students and their learning
We know the subjects we teach and how to teach those subjects to students
We are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning
We think systemically about our practice and learn continuously
We are active members of our learning community

Experiential Learning

Middleburgh Central School District places a priority on real-world learning, both within and outside the classroom. This is accomplished through hands-on learning, field trips and connecting with artists and exhibits. Students in grades Pre-K through 12 are provided multiple enrichment opportunities that expose them to new concepts, ignite their curiosity, and expand their cultural awareness. Experiential learning is part of the district’s commitment to preparing students for the future and the world beyond Middleburgh.

Athletics

The Middleburgh Central School District believes athletics are an integral part of a well-balanced educational program. That’s why the district supports a broad sports program with equal access for all students, with an emphasis on maximum participation, through interscholastic and intramural activity. The Middleburgh Central School District offers the following interscholastic sports during the fall, winter, and spring seasons.

Fall: Girls Volleyball (modified, junior varsity, varsity) | Golf (varsity) | Boys Soccer (modified, junior varsity, varsity) | Girls Soccer (modified, junior varsity, varsity) | Boys & Girls Cross Country (modified and varsity) merged with BKW

Winter: Boys Basketball (modified, junior varsity, varsity) | Girls Basketball (modified, junior varsity, varsity) | Bowling (varsity) | Cheerleading (varsity) | Wrestling Merged with BKW

Spring: Baseball (modified, varsity) | Softball (modified, varsity) | Boys Track (modified, varsity) | Girls Track (modified, varsity) | Tennis (varsity)