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  • Community invited to participate in Superintendent Office Hours on May 4

    Dr. Magda Parvey, Superintendent of Schools, is continuing to host Office Hours across the district. The next session will take place on Monday, May 4 between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Mott Road Elementary School Library. Parents/guardians and the F-M community are invited to take part in these open-ended meetings, which are held


  • Board adopts proposed budget; community vote scheduled for May 19

    The Fayetteville-Manlius School District Board of Education adopted a $122,496,620 budget proposal for the 2026-27 school year that would maintain current student programming and services and carry a tax levy increase at the district’s calculated levy limit. “This budget proposal supports the district’s vision and aligns with our strategic plan,” Superintendent Magda Parvey said. “With


  • Join us for Parent Council on May 1 to discuss the proposed 2026-27 budget

    Fayetteville-Manlius School District parents, guardians and caregivers are invited to attend the next Parent Council meeting on Friday, May 1. Parent Council meetings serve as community focus groups in which attendees are asked to share their opinions on predetermined topics. The May 1 meeting will focus on the proposed 2026-27 school budget, which was recently


  • F-M students excel at National Latin Exam, one student earns a perfect score

    More than 80 Fayetteville-Manlius students have received awards on the National Latin Exam in 2026, including one who earned a perfect score.  The National Latin Exam, sponsored by the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League, is a multiple-choice test with a time limit of 45 minutes, offered to students on eight levels.


  • Board of education to hold pilot listening session

    The Fayetteville-Manlius Board of Education wants to hear what’s on your mind. On May 7, board members will host a pilot listening session for students, staff, parents andcommunity members to share their thoughts directly with members of the board. The listeningsession reflects the board’s commitment to strengthening community engagement, increasingtransparency and providing additional channels for


  • Students are inducted into National Technical Honor Society

    A group of F-M High School seniors were among 155 students recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). OCM BOCES welcomed districts and families from across the region for the Induction Ceremony at SRC Arena at Onondaga Community College on Tuesday, April 14.  Students were awarded certificates and presented with cords by Career


  • Early, absentee, and military voting application deadlines

    On May 19, Fayetteville-Manlius voters will decide on the annual school budget, other propositions, and fill three seats on the board of education. Voter Eligibility Voters must be citizens of the United States, 18 years or older, and a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to May 19, 2026. Early


  • Two running for board of education; three seats available

    When Fayetteville-Manlius School District residents vote on May 19 on the proposed 2026-27 school budget, they will also elect three individuals to the F-M Board of Education.  Two candidates filed nominating petitions for the three available seats. Candidates’ names are listed in the order they will appear on the ballot. Since only two candidates submitted


  • NYSSMA journal publishes article by F-M music teacher

    The latest issue of the New York State School Music Association’s School Music News journal features an article by F-M Instrumental Music Teacher John Jeanneret. In the article, “Unleashing Creative Musicians: Why Every Student Should Improvise in Jazz Band,” Jeanneret explains how prioritizing spontaneous expression can develop deeper musicianship, confidence and listening skills. Some of


  • Mott Road students build connections and promote positivity through Kindness Club

    Over the past several months, Mott Road Elementary third graders have come together to explore meaningful topics that help strengthen their school community. They’re participating in the Kindness Club, organized by School Counselor Makenzie Keeler. The club focuses on building trust, understanding personal identities, fostering a sense of belonging, and having thoughtful conversations. It also