Akron Central School Archives

Gerstung receives Crystal Tiger Award

July 2, 2026July 6, 2026 3 min read

Bejamin Gerstung received The Crystal Tiger Award during the 2026 Graduation Ceremonies at Akron Central on Friday night. The award is presented to a graduating Akron Central School senior who, in the estimation of peers, faculty and administration, consistently exhibits the values of Akron High School. Such values include integrity, respect, compassion and service to others. Additionally, the Crystal Tiger Award recipient demonstrates intellectual competence, realizing academic potential through hard work and persistence. The honor, considered the highest recognition of character for a member of the graduating class, remains a secret until the graduation ceremony. The recipient receives a $2,000

Akron and Alden School Budgets pass budgets

May 20, 2026July 2, 2026 2 min read

In voting on Tuesday, May 19, both the Akron and the Alden Central School Budgets passed their 2026-2027 budgets.

Voter early mail and absentee ballot applications available

April 23, 2026May 20, 2026 0 min read

Early Mail and Absentee ballot applications for the Akron Central School May Budget Vote and School Board Elections may be acquired by contacting the District Office at (716)542-5006 or by emailing the District Clerk at districtclerk@akronk12.org. The completed application must be returned to the district on or before Tuesday, May 12 if the ballot is to be mailed to the resident. Or, the completed application must be received by the district no later than Monday, May 18 if the ballot is being picked up by the voter. Ballots are due in the Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. on vote day,

Local Businesses can express interest in potential partnerships with ACS

February 5, 2026February 26, 2026 2 min read

Invitations are out for all local business to be part of a Partners in Education Advisory Board Meeting on February 13. This is an opportunity for local business and community leaders to come together to support student learning, career exploration, and workforce readiness within the Akron Central School district.

Akron Board of Education monitoring state budget

February 5, 2026February 26, 2026 6 min read

The Akron Central School Board of Education is monitoring the developing New York State budget as they consider their 2026-2027 budget proposal.

Akron service organizations continue to make a difference

February 5, 2026February 26, 2026 3 min read

A dedicated team of 19 Akron residents—10 students and nine adults—traveled to the heart of La Saona in Baní, Dominican Republic, last week, with a singular mission: to serve. Representing a powerful alliance between the Akron Lady Lions, the Akron Lions Club, the Akron-Newstead Rotary Club, and the ACS Interact Club, this “Just Build It!” team spent 5 days revitalizing the Elizabeth Seton Nutrition Center. A Community in Need The Elizabeth Seton Nutrition Center sits in one of the most impoverished neighborhoods in North America. In La Saona, a community of over 2,000 people, the struggle for survival is a

Akron Central School Kindergarten Registration set for 2026-2027

January 29, 2026February 6, 2026 0 min read

The Akron Central School District has announced dates for Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year. Parents of children born between December 2, 2020 and December 1, 2021 are reminded that it is time to register their child for kindergarten. Dates for registration packet drop off are Monday through Monday, February 2nd through February 13, 2026, from 8am until 3pm. Completed registration packets may also be emailed or mailed in. If your child is already registered through our UPK program, there is no need to register again for Kindergarten. To receive a registration packet to register your child, or for

Koopman Selected for Conference All-State Symphonic Band

December 4, 2025December 10, 2025 2 min read

Akron Central High School senior Whitley Koopman has been selected to perform with the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Conference All-State Symphonic Band, one of the highest honors a high school musician can achieve in New York State. More than 6,500 students auditioned last spring for a coveted position in one of NYSSMA’s All-State vocal or instrumental ensembles; only 900 are chosen statewide. After several days of intensive rehearsals, Koopman will perform with the Conference All-State Symphonic Band at NYSSMA’s 84th Annual Winter Conference, held at the Eastman Theater in Rochester, New York, on December 7, 2025, at

Akron Field Hockey players set State Records

December 4, 2025December 10, 2025 1 min read

Morgan Tomporowski and Marissa Brege of the Varsity Lady Tiger Field Hockey Team set state records with the season that recently concluded. Morgan Tomporowski scored a state record 49 goals in a single season and has earned her a spot among the all-time best, tied with three others who have scored 49 goals in a season for a ranking of 10th place. Lacey Berghorn scored 45 in 2021 ranking her in 15th place. “Her consistency, competitiveness, and ability to finish under pressure powered the Akron offense all season long,” Coach Stone notes. Goalkeeper Marissa Brege, set a New York State

Superintendent of Schools shares goals for 25-26

November 13, 2025December 10, 2025 8 min read

Akron Central Superintendent of Schools Andrea Kersten Taylor shared her 2025-2026 goals with the Board of Education during their November 5 meeting. Taylor indicated that the goals are designed to be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound (SMART) and are aligned to the Board of Education Goals and the Akron CSD 2025–2028 Strategic Plan.

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