Gowana Middle School
- High school teacher Molly Stammel and Gowana 6th grader Colin Stammel met with Governor Hochul for a round table discussion about distraction free classrooms. Both had an opportunity to have sit down discussions with lawmakers, and visit the Assembly floor.
- 8th grade tri-building artists in Mrs. Clermont’s class crafted some amazing creations while learning about various kinds of Fiber Art!
- 8th grader Yuvi Singh came back to visit Mrs. Ricci’s Social Studies classes! He gave a presentation about the culture of India as the students were studying about the Indus Valley Civilization.
- Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. L. Oliver Robinson, April 5, 10 a.m., Chango
- We’re Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence this May 17, 2025! Save the date for our upcoming Shen Anniversary Celebration! Click here to learn more!
- Gowana and Koda students were recognized by the Clifton Park Veterans of Foreign War Post #1498 for their winning entries in the regional Patriots’ Pen Essay Contest!
- Gowana 6th graders learn about Ancient Egypt in the Gowana Library!
- 7th graders enjoy reading at the Gowana Library.
- Congrats to FLL Qualifier Champions – Ctrl+Alt+Elite and Data Deleted (click to learn more)!
Announcements:
Stephen Hill, a renowned national speaker on mental health and substance use prevention to speak at Shen on April 24th at 6:30pm (click for more).
We’re Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence this May 17, 2025! Save the date for our upcoming Shen Anniversary Celebration! Click here to learn more!
Three seats on Shenendehowa’s Board of Education are up for election on May 20, 2025– each carry a three-year term. The deadline for petitions is April 21 at 5pm (click to learn more).
In honor of Shenendehowa’s 75th Anniversary we are assembling an Alumni Choir to perform at the Celebration Events! If you are an alum of Shen and sang in any Choir, or are a current or retired Shen Music teacher, please consider signing up and joining us in celebration (click to learn more)!
Welcome to Gowana Middle School
Gowana is one of three middle schools located on the main campus. It opened in 1953. The three middle schools buildings are attached and share core areas such as gym, libraries, etc., however, they function as separate schools.
Mission:
The faculty, staff, students, parents and community of Gowana Middle School believe that student achievement is our most important goal. Our mission is to inspire each student to strive for success academically, artistically, and athletically while promoting positive growth in social behaviors and attitudes and recognizing the uniqueness of each individual.
Start & Dismissal Times:
School starts at 8:55 a.m.
School is dismissed at 3:30 p.m.
Half day dismissal at 12:17 p.m.
Key Phone Numbers:
- Attendance: (518)881-0468
- Nurse: (518)881-0461
- Counseling Center: (518)881-0463