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Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday , April 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the District’s Dave McKay Board of Education Room/Large Group Instruction (LGI) Room. District residents are encouraged to attend either in person or virtually. The meeting will be live-streamed on the District’s YouTube channel, and the agenda will be posted on the District website prior to the meeting. There will be an opportunity for public input during the Community Participation portions of the meeting.
Wednesday, Apr 15 2026
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Press Release - New Superintendent Appointment
Press Release from the Hamilton Central School District April 2, 2026 New Superintendent Appointment The Hamilton Central School District is excited to announce the appointment of Andrea D. Falvo as the new district Superintendent. Mrs. Falvo was appointed during a special board meeting on April 2, 2026. She will officially assume the duties of superintendent on July 1, 2026, succeeding Bill Dowsland. Mrs. Falvo expressed that she is looking forward to this new role and eager to get started with the work. “I am so excited and honored to join everyone at HCS! I have always admired the Hamilton School District, and I am really looking forward to getting to know the students, staff, families, and the greater Hamilton community as we all work together to serve every student, every day.” The Board of Education was impressed by Mrs. Falvo throughout the interview process based on her broad experience in public education, her background working closely with HCS teachers and administrators, and her familiarity with issues facing schools in our region. Mrs. Falvo began her career teaching chorus, general music, and music history in the Rome City School District. She bolstered and expanded her appreciation for performing arts while serving as the Rome City School District Director of Fine Arts and Engineering Technology, among other positions she’s held in public school teaching and administration. According to HCS Board Vice President Jennifer Jones, “Andrea's well-rounded experience across education makes her an exceptional fit for Hamilton Central School. She brings a comprehensive understanding of what districts like ours need to succeed. She understands both the big picture and the day-to-day realities of public education, and that perspective will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our programs and support our students, staff and community.” Most recently, Mrs. Falvo has worked as a Labor Relations Specialist for New York State United Teachers. In her role, Mrs. Falvo represented teachers in contract negotiations across Central New York, including as a representative for the Hamilton Teachers Association. HCS Board Member Sung Choe felt that Mrs. Falvo’s work with NYSUT made her a great fit for understanding the district and the region. “As a representative of the New York State United Teachers Andrea Falvo has a record of facilitating a set of significant collective bargaining agreements for many of the schools in our region. She has demonstrated expert knowledge of education law and experience of the most pressing issues affecting schools in New York’s Central Region, including state funding for rural schools, declining enrollment, evolving education standards, and teacher shortage. She is not only an advocate of public education, but a rising leader in New York State education with an established connection to the Hamilton Central School district.” “One thing that stood out to us about Andrea,” said HCS Board Member Cory Duclos, “was that she came with strong references from other superintendents in the region. This was impressive because these were the people who sat across from Andrea during what can often be tense contract negotiations. Her success in this role is a reflection of her ability to forge relationships even in adversarial situations.” Starting in June of 2025, the Board engaged in a rigorous process to evaluate candidates with the help of BOCES District Superintendent Scott Budelmann. Working with his assistant, Niki Maiura, Mr. Budelmann led several listening sessions with faculty, staff, students, and community members. That information, together with feedback gathered through a community survey, greatly informed the parameters of the search. The Board met on 14 occasions to discuss the search process and held three rounds of candidate interviews. The initial applicant pool had 14 candidates. Seven were selected for interviews during the first round, four for the second round, and two finalists. “Throughout each stage of this process, the Board was impressed with Mrs. Falvo’s professionalism, candor, understanding of our district, and leadership approach in public education,” said HCS Board member Amanda Phillips. “The Board extends our heartfelt gratitude to Scott Budelmann and Niki Maiura for their exemplary leadership, which played a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and impactful search process.” The end of this process will also mark the beginning of Mr. Dowsland’s well-deserved retirement. HCS Board President Michelle Jacobsen expressed gratitude for this service that is undoubtedly shared widely across the district community. “I want to thank Mr. William Dowsland, who has dedicated over 30 years to education, the majority of which has been in service to the Hamilton Central School District. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Dowsland has exemplified extraordinary dedication to the welfare of children and to the mission of public education. His leadership, integrity, and unwavering commitment to students embody the highest ideals of the profession. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy and very big shoes to fill.” In the coming months, the board will work with both Mr. Dowsland and Mrs. Falvo on the transition. Mrs. Falvo has stated that she will be starting right away to get to know more people in the district. “I plan to be out and about in both the school and greater Hamilton community beginning in early April at as many events as possible. I am currently working with the BOE to identify a variety of opportunities, both informal and formal, to begin building relationships while learning about HCS and the larger community.” Further opportunities to meet with Mrs. Falvo will be advertised in the coming months.
Thursday, Apr 02 2026
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Special Meeting Announcement
The Hamilton Central School District Board of Education will hold a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the District Auditorium. The meeting will be live-streamed on the District’s YouTube channel, and the agenda will be posted on the District website prior to the meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to announce and approve the appointment of the next Superintendent of Schools. A reception will follow in the main hallway. Please note that this will be one of several opportunities for the community to meet and welcome the new Superintendent. There will be no Community Participation section during this Special Board Meeting.
Wednesday, Apr 01 2026
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Proposition II Re-vote Results & Special Meeting Ann...
Proposition II Re-vote Results & Special Meeting Announcement PROPOSITION II Yes: 334 No: 372 PROPOSITION II: DEFEATED Special Meeting Announcement - The Hamilton Central School District Board of Education will hold a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the District Auditorium. The meeting will be live-streamed on the District’s YouTube channel, and the agenda will be posted on the District website prior to the meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to announce and approve the appointment of the next Superintendent of Schools. A reception will follow in the main hallway. Please note that this will be one of several opportunities for the community to meet and welcome the new Superintendent. There will be no Community Participation section during this Special Board Meeting.
Wednesday, Apr 01 2026
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April 2nd: Go Home Early Drill
All Students will be dismissed 15 minutes earlier than usual The New York State Education Department requires all school districts to hold an annual “Go Home Early” drill to ensure that students and staff are prepared in case an emergency ever requires school grounds to be cleared and students to be transported home or to another location. The Annual Go Home Early Drill will be Thursday, April 2, 2026. All students will be dismissed at 2:30 p.m. and must vacate the campus. Students are allowed back on school grounds at 3:00 p.m. for practices/games and other after-school activities. Please expect your child's bus to arrive home earlier than usual. If you pick your child up from school, please plan to arrive at school 15 minutes earlier. Thank you for your cooperation.
Monday, Mar 30 2026
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School Board Elections
Hamilton Central School is accepting petitions for candidates for open seats on the Hamilton Central School Board of Education. Two seats are available, each for a full three-year term. Petitions can be picked up in the District Office between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The deadline to return petitions is April 20, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. For more information: https://www.hamiltoncentral.org/boe/board-elections
Wednesday, Mar 25 2026
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Newsletters
Hamilton Central School District newsletters are sent to residents through bulk mailing. If you haven't been receiving a copy, or know someone who hasn't, please contact Jodi Shantal in the District Office at 315-824-6310 or email jshantal@hamiltoncentral.org so we can update our mailing records.
Tuesday, Mar 24 2026