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The Association of School Business Officials of New York (ASBO) recently recognized a Fayetteville-Manlius School District leader for the professional contributions he’s made throughout his career. During ASBO’s annual conference held in June, F-M Assistant Superintendent for Business Services William Furlong received the 2022 Philip B. Fredenburg Memorial Award for Outstanding Service.  The award recognizes …

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On June 17, members of Fayetteville-Manlius High School’s Class of 2022 gathered together for a final celebration. Fayetteville-Manlius School District held its 69th annual graduation ceremony at the SRC Arena at Onondaga County Community College in Syracuse. It was a culminating celebration for a class that, for most of high school, had to adapt and …

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A group of Fayetteville-Manlius middle school engineers are making their mark on the local youth programming and robotics scene. On May 21, the Wellwood Hornets robotics club competed in the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) event “Cargo Connect,” which was held at Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES. Participating students from Central New York schools were tasked with designing and …

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Mott Road Elementary School has a new spot where inspiration grows and positivity blossoms. Located in the school’s former vegetable garden area, the Mott Road Rock Garden is now open for students to enjoy during their recess periods. The space is an outdoor area where students can relax and recharge while being surrounded by colorful …

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For its work to keep students, staff and visitors safe, the Fayetteville-Manlius School District has earned Utica National Insurance Group’s top safety award. In April, F-M received the Utica National School Safety Excellence Award for 2022 at the Titanium with Honors level, which is the company’s highest safety award. To achieve this status, schools must meet …

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A Fayetteville-Manlius middle school teacher is being recognized for the high-quality health education program she provides to students. In May, New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYSAHPERD) announced Eagle Hill Middle School health education teacher Casey Langendorfer will receive one of the association’s “Amazing People” awards for 2022. She was …

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Fayetteville-Manlius High School students recently went digging for clues while excavating land that was once home to an Onondaga Nation village. Earlier this month, Anthropology students and F-M Archaeology Club members under the guidance of history teacher Todd Sorenson spent time sifting and digging through soil, examining even the smallest of unearthed objects and recording …

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More than 30 Fayetteville-Manlius School District students recently earned medals for their work on the National French Contest. In March, French students in grades 7-12 participated in the online test, which assesses listening, literacy and grammar skills, and is offered to students according to their level of study. The contest features six levels – from …

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On May 17, Fayetteville-Manlius School District voters approved the district’s $98.9 million 2022-23 budget proposal, elected three board of education members and approved the purchase of six new buses.  The budget proposition passed by 67% with 2,243 yes votes and 1,112 no votes. The following results do not include 164 absentee ballots; however, they will not change the …

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

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