Gowana Middle School
- 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)!
- The Special Olympics invited our Middle School Unified PE students to participate in an activity of reaching out to people that they were thankful for in the area of inclusion.
- The FLL Robotics Qualifier went great! Both of Shen’s middle school teams were recognized for special awards AND qualified to advance to the Championship tournament at RPI.
- Tech 6 students creating their dream bedroom using Tinkercad!
- 7th Grade Gowana Students attended The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at The Theatre Institute and lunch in the dining hall at Russell Sage College.
- Gowana students enjoy the Gowana PTA Holiday Shop.
Announcements:
Tesago Musical Theatre Club presents SpongeBob The Musical: Youth Edition on Friday, February 7 at 7pm and Saturday, February 8 at 2pm and 7pm in the High School West Auditorium (click for more).
The 2023-2025 National PTA Schools of Excellence have been announced and Gowana Middle School and Shenendehowa High School are on the list (click to learn more)!
Thriving Online: A Conversation About Digital Safety – Open to Everyone – Oct. 8 at 6:30 (click to learn more)
Transitioning away from the “Plainsmen” name.
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