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FCSD May Update: Meet Superintendent Lawrence and get ready for June!

Posted Date: 6/01/25 (9:30 PM)
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FCSD Update: May 2025

Monthly news and updates from the desk of the superintendent

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Welcome to Superintendent Doug Lawrence!

At this week's meeting, Douglas Lawrence was officially approved by the FCSD Board of Education to serve our community as the next district superintendent!

Lawrence, who most recently acted as Assistant Superintendent and then Interim Superintendent at Liverpool Central School District, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to his new role in Fulton.

The search for a new superintendent began in January following the retirement announcement of Superintendent Brian Pulvino. While the process remained closed to the public to ensure respect and confidentiality for applicants, Board of Education President Brenda Abelgore provided regular updates during district board meetings.

After a thorough and thoughtful search, the Board is confident that Lawrence is the right choice to lead the district into its next chapter.

"Mr. Lawrence is going to be a great fit for our district. He really has an expertise on the needs and challenges facing a community like Fulton," said President Abelgore. "We as a board are very excited to have him join us."

Lawrence is expected to officially begin his tenure in July following Pulvino’s retirement.
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Cupcakes and Conversations!

Meet-and-Greet with Superintendent Lawrence

Thursday, June 12 in the GRB Library (5-7 p.m.)

Join us for an information meet and greet with some sweet treats and Mr. Doug Lawrence, the incoming FCSD Superintendent

 

What's new in Fulton?

GRB recognizes top performers in annual Academic Awards Ceremony

G. Ray Bodley High School held its annual Academic Awards Ceremony on May 29, recognizing hundreds of students and awarding dozens of scholarships from colleges , universities and organizations.
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Outstanding Student Recognition Ceremony honors FCSD students

The Fulton Teachers Association hosted their annual Outstanding Student Recognition Ceremony on May 22, recognizing students from across the district for their outstanding achievement this year.

"Road to Success" Career Fair shows off exciting opportunities for the future

The second annual "Road to Success" Career Fair was hosted on May 20, allowing nearly 1500 students from GRB and the Junior High to explore exciting opportunities for future vocations.
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Class of 2028 cleans up at North Bay

The City and School Synergy program once again allowed hundreds of students from the Class of 2028 to clean up North Bay Campground for the second year in a row. New to the program, the Class of 2029 will begin their own work at Canal Park next month.

Pietricola earns "Administrator of the Year"

Principal Melissa Pietricola of Fairgrieve Elementary was recently recognized as the O²CM School Library System’s Administrator of the Year, earning the award for her dedication to the school community and her school’s exceptional library program. Way to go, Mrs. P!
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May School Champions

Our well-loved and nationally-recognized Fulton School Champions program continued to recognize our outstanding staff for the month of May. A special congratulations to:


Looking to nominate a deserving Champion? Click here to learn more and access our online nomination form.
 

Class of 2025 Graduation

Friday, June 20, 2025 - 6:00 p.m. (GRB Athletic Complex)

Upcoming Calendar Reminders

  • June 2 - GRB Orchestra Concert 7:30 @ GRB
  • June 3 - FJHS concerts (6:00 - 7th grade, 7:30 - 8th grade)
  • June 4 - GRB High Honors Graduation Celebration
  • June 5 - Lanigan/Volney Spring Concert 6:00 @ GRB
  • June 10 - Fairgrieve and Volney 6th graders tour FJHS
  • June 11 - Grades 5 & 6 Punt Pass Kick (by sign up) at GRB
  • June 11 - Fairgrieve/Granby Spring concert 6:00 @ GRB
  • June 12 - Graduation Walks at Elementary Buildings and FJHS
  • June 12 - Jazz Jamboree Concert 6:30 @ GRB
  • June 16 - Grades 5 & 6 Track Meet (by sign up) @ GRB 
  • June 16 - Bodley Bash 3:00 on the turf
  • June 17 - Granby and Lanigan 6th graders tour FJHS
  • June 18 - Fairgrieve Game Day
  • June 19 - (NO SCHOOL) Juneteenth Observed
  • June 20 - Lanigan Game Day 
  • June 20 - Granby Game Day 
  • June 20 - Volney Game Day
  • June 20 - GRB High School Graduation at 6:30 at the GRB Athletic Complex
  • June 23 and 24 - 8th grade promotion ceremonies at GRB 8:30-10:30
  • June 23-27 - Half Day/Early Dismissal for UPK-8 (High School Reports according to testing and/or grade recovery schedule, no afternoon UPK)
  • June 27 - Last day of school for students
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Fulton City School District
Fulton City School District
(315) 593-5500
129 Curtis Street
Fulton, NY 13069