Budget

Sharon Springs Central School 2026 – 2027 Budget Vote

Annual Budget Hearing/Board Seat Board of Education Meeting

May 11, 2026 – 6:00 pm School Library

District residents are invited to the Annual Budget Hearing on Monday, May 11th, 2026 in the school library starting at 6:00 pm. At this meeting, voters will meet the two Board candidates, Mr. Patrick Yacobucci and Mr. Scott Cornwell, both vying for the one open Board seat, currently held by Christine Cornwell through June 30th. Additionally at this meeting, the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2026 will be announced.

 

2026 – 2027 Budget Vote/Board Seat Election

May 19, 2026 Noon – 9:00 pm School Auditorium Atrium

 

2026 – 2027 SSCS Annual School Budget

 

ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATION

Absentee ballots are available to registered residents who are unable to vote in person for reasons of illness or disability or who will be out of town on the date of the vote. Applications for absentee ballots are available in the Superintendent’s Office by calling (518) 284-2267.

 

EARLY MAIL BALLOT APPLICATION

Qualified voters are authorized to request a New York State School District Early Mail Ballot Application (for School District Elections, Budget Votes and Referenda) for any school election at which early vote by mail is authorized by law. The application must be received by the district clerk not later than 7 days before the election for which the early mail ballot is sought.

Early Mail Budget Application – PDF Printable Version

General Information About Voting on SSCS School Budget

On the third Tuesday of each May, residents across New York State go to the polls to vote on the annual school district budget and to elect members of the Board of Education.

In early May, Sharon Springs residents can expect to receive in the mail a copy of the district’s newsletter that provides details about the budget that residents will vote on. If you do not receive a copy of the newsletter, please contact the district at (518) 284-2266 to request that one be mailed to you. Budget details are also available on the district website and in the local newspapers.

Voter Eligibility

You are eligible to vote if you are a United States citizen, 18 years or older, and a resident of the Sharon Springs Central School District for at least 30 days prior to the annual vote date. Residents wishing to register may do so at the school’s voter registration day or through the county Board of Elections.

Absentee Ballots

Absentee ballots are available to registered residents who are unable to vote in person for reasons of illness or disability or who will be out of town on the date of the vote. Applications for absentee ballots are available in the Superintendent’s Office by calling (518) 284-2267.

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