The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on June 9, at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library.
Ella Koopman (Class of '24) and Natalia DiPalma (Class od '25) had great seasons at SUNY Geneseo in flag football. Ella was named the Offensive Player of the Year, and Natalia picked up Rookie of the Year.
Koopman, a sophomore quarterback, threw for 2,631 yards and 32 touchdowns, while rushing for 922 yards on 189 carries and 10 more scores. She was tremendous in seven league games, throwing for 1,542 yards and 17 passing touchdowns, while rushing for 474 yards and five scores.
DiPalma ran the ball 103 times for 495 yards, while catching 39 passes for 579 yards and 14 total touchdowns for the Knights. She had 757 total yards and 10 touchdowns in eight Empire 8 regular-season contests.
Congratulations to both!
Congratulations and Best of Luck to Ryan Kelly & Sydnee Hoffman as they once again head out to represent Fredonia High School and Section VI at the NYS Boys & Girls Golf Championships this weekend!
The Girls Softball team faces Alden in the Section VI Class B Final at Grand Island High School tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, at 4:00 PM!
Get your tickets today: https://gofan.co/event/6555497
(Tickets must be purchased on GoFan through the link above.)
Evening Events at Fredonia High School
Week of 05/25/26
Thank you to all who came out to the polls to exercise their right to vote. Thank you to the Board of Elections and the volunteers who made the election run smoothly!
The unofficial results are as follows:
Proposition 1: Budget PASSES
Yes: 581
No: 457
Proposition 2: Reduction of Board of Education Term to 3 Years PASSES
Yes: 877
No: 153
Board Members Elected: Marieanne Fabiano and Keana Sherlock
Budget Vote & Board Election Today!
Shifting Dynamics. Navigating Change. Investing in Students.
Every program tells a story.
✔ Advanced Placement
✔ Career Pathways
✔ Music
✔ Athletics
✔ Clubs & Activities
These opportunities are part of what makes Fredonia special.
Budget Vote & Board Election Today
2:00–9:00 PM
High School Cafeteria
https://www.observertoday.com/sports/local-sports/2026/05/double-trouble-5/
From helping students build confidence in communication to supporting speech, language, and social development, our SLPs play an essential role in student success every single day. Their patience, expertise, compassion, and dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of so many children and families.
Thank you to Erin, Michelle, Kayla, and Suzzane,, our amazing SLPs for the care, encouragement, and support you provide to our students. We appreciate all that you do!
Shifting Dynamics. Navigating Change. Investing in Students.
Balancing Growing Needs With Fiscal Responsibility
The proposed 2026-27 budget reflects careful planning and responsible budgeting.
✔ Over $3 million in reductions through staffing attrition and expense review
✔ Shared services with BOCES and local municipalities
✔ Tax levy increase has always been below the allowable limit. 9 of the last 15 years have been below.
The goal remains the same:
Supporting students while managing taxpayer resources responsibly.
Where does the school budget go?
79.02% — Program Component
Supports teachers, student programs, athletics, transportation, counseling, music, clubs, and classroom instruction.
10.73% — Capital Component
Supports buildings, facilities, and maintenance.
10.25% — Administrative Component
Supports district operations and required services.
At Fredonia, the largest portion of the budget directly supports student learning and student experiences.
Evening Events at Fredonia High School
Week of 05/18/26
Shifting Dynamics. Navigating Change. Investing in Students.
Changing Student Needs
Over the last five years, student needs within our district have changed significantly.
+ Students with Disabilities: +58%
+ English Language Learners: +26%
+ Students in CTE/P-Tech: +29%
+ Economically Disadvantaged: +21%
+ Homeless Students: +920%
These changing dynamics increase the need for:
✔ Student support services
✔ Specialized instruction
✔ Counseling and mental health supports
✔ Career and technical opportunities
The proposed budget reflects the district’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of all learners.
Shifting Dynamics. Navigating Change. Investing in Students.
Creative Education
Creativity is an essential part of student success.
✔ 1,094 students participated in K-12 art classes
✔ 81 students participated in art-related clubs
✔ 12 students contributed artwork in the community
✔ 20 students participated in the Independent Arts Assessment Pathway
✔ 6 art-related field trips this year — with another planned in June
✔ 16 students had work featured in off-campus shows
Fredonia was also recognized with:
NYSATA 2025 Vision Award of Excellence
Community of Excellence in Visual Arts
These opportunities allow students to express themselves, build confidence, connect with the community, and showcase their talents beyond the classroom.
A passing budget helps continue investing in creativity, innovation, and student opportunity.
Budget Vote & Board Election
May 19, 2026 2:00–9:00 PM
High School Cafeteria
Shifting Dynamics. Navigating Change. Investing in Students.
Student Clubs
Learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends.
✔ 45+ club opportunities
✔ Award-winning student journalism
✔ 20 before & after school intramural activities
Students thrive when they feel connected, engaged, and involved.
These programs are part of the experiences supported through the school budget and help create meaningful opportunities for students of all interests and abilities.
Budget Vote & Board Election
May 19, 2026
The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, May 19, at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library.
Shifting Dynamics. Navigating Change. Investing in Students.
Music In Our Schools
Music continues to thrive at Fredonia.
✔ 914 students participated in curricular ensembles
✔ 578 students participated in extracurricular ensembles
✔ 300+ students participated in musicals
✔ 1,157 K-12 students took a music class this year
Fredonia was also recognized with:
✔ NYSSMA Presidential Citation
✔ Best Community for Music Education — 14th consecutive year
These experiences help students build confidence, creativity, teamwork, and belonging
A passing budget helps sustain these opportunities for all students.
Vote May 19, 2026
