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MEET THE 2026 BOARD OF EDUCATION CANDIDATES

Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, our community will head to the polls to elect two (2) new members to the Board of Education.

Dear Mechanicville Residents, 

My name is Scott D’Ambro, and I am writing to formally announce my candidacy for the Mechanicville City School District Board of Education this spring. 

As a 1980 graduate of Mechanicville High School, this community is my home. It is where my wife, Lisa, and I chose to raise our family. Our four sons are all proud products of the Mechanicville school system, where they thrived as successful students and were well-prepared for their futures. 

Education isn’t just my profession; it’s my life’s work. I dedicated 41 years to the classroom as an elementary school teacher, while Lisa has served as an educator for 26 years. Beyond the classroom, I spent over 20 years as the Coordinator of the Shenendehowa Summer Literacy/Jumpstart Program. In that role, I led a professional team of 34 teachers, as well as nursing and secretarial staff, to ensure students had the tools they needed to succeed. 

I am running for the Board of Education because I believe every child in our district deserves the opportunity to learn in a positive, productive community of lifelong learners. I want to use my decades of experience to ensure our schools continue to provide the highest quality education and support for every student. I kindly ask for your support in the upcoming election. The Mechanicville City School District Annual Budget Vote and Board Election is scheduled for May 19, 2026, at the Mechanicville Jr./Sr. High School. Polls will be open from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Your vote would be greatly appreciated. Let’s work together to keep Mechanicville schools strong for the next generation.

Sincerely, 
Scott D’Ambro

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Hi, my name is Kelly Morgan Pitcheralle. 

I am a lifelong resident of Mechanicville and a proud graduate of MHS. I am married to Gary Pitcheralle, a School Resource Officer and the varsity baseball coach, and together we have two sons, Dylan (7) and Chase (10), who currently attend the elementary school.

As both a parent and a local business owner of Elle’s Bridal Boutique on Park Avenue, I am deeply invested in our community and the success of our school district. 

With my children in the district, I care greatly about academic progress, a strong curriculum, student and staff safety, athletics, and the arts. I believe these are all essential parts of a well-rounded student experience, along with ensuring our schools remain a supportive and enjoyable place for our staff to work.

I would greatly appreciate your support on May 19 as I seek a position on the Mechanicville Board of Education.

Sincerely,
Kelly Morgan Pitcheralle

2026 Annual Budget Hearing 

May 6, 2026 – Annual Budget Hearing will be held in HS Cafeteria at 6 PM
Link to view stream or recording of Budget Hearing.

Proposed Expenditure Plan – Fiscal Year 26-27

To view this Expenditure Plan, please use this link

2026 Annual Budget Newsletter

The 2026-27 school budget newsletters are in the mail and should be arriving at your door step soon. You can also view it by using this link.

2026-2027 Budget Details and Presentations

Budget Details (breakdown of expenses and revenues) 

Board of Education Adopts 2026-27 School Budget
2026-27 Adopted Budget Slide Presentation from BOE meeting on April 2, 2026

2026-27 Budget Development slides from BOE meeting on March 10, 2026

2026-27 Budget Development slides from Budget Workshop on March 16, 2026

2026-27 Budget Development slides from Budget Workshop on March 19, 2026

Latest 2026-27 Budget Developments & News

Budget Workshops scheduled for:
March 12, 2026 – 5 PM – HS Cafeteria
March 16, 2026 – 5 PM – HS Cafeteria – This session will be streamed live and recorded. Link to view stream or recording.
March 19, 2026 – 5 PM – HS Cafeteria – This session will be streamed live and recorded. Link to view stream or recording.

Annual Budget Vote and BOE Election Information

Annual Budget Vote and School Board Election, May 19, 2026:
Polls will be open from 12 noon to 9pm in the HS Gymnasium (Please use gym doors under the red awning)

Absentee Ballot Information
Any qualified voter of the Mechanicville City School District may request an application for an Absentee Ballot by either:

• Print and return to the District Clerk Absentee Ballot.docx.pdf or
• Visit the District Clerk’s Office at 25 Kniskern Avenue, Mechanicville, NY 12118 or
• Email: cobrien@mechanicville.org

Please remember, applications must be received by the District Clerk at least 7 days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter

All Absentee Ballots must be returned to the District Clerk by 5pm the day of the vote (May 19, 2026).

Early Mail Ballot Information
Any qualified voter of the Mechanicville City School District may request an application for an Early Mail Ballot by either:

• Print and return to the District Clerk Early Mail Ballot Application.pdf or
• Visit the District Clerk’s Office at 25 Kniskern Avenue, Mechanicville, NY 12118 or
• Email: cobrien@mechanicville.org

Please remember, applications must be received by the District Clerk at least 7 days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter.

All Early Mail Ballots must be returned to the District Clerk by 5pm the day of the vote (May 19, 2026).

Voter Registration Dates:
Voter registration dates will be held on April 30 and May 1, 2026 from 9am-2pm, in the District Clerk’s office, 25 Kniskern Avenue for any resident of the school district that meets the definition of a qualified voter, but is not yet registered to vote (see below).

After the Voter registration dates, District residents may register at their county Board of Elections Office.

Qualifications to Register to Vote:

• Be a United States citizen
• Be 18 years old by the date of the election
• Be a resident of Mechanicville City School District for at least 30 days preceding the election

Nominating Petitions

The Mechanicville City School District is governed by a seven-member school board elected by the qualified voters of the School District.​ This year we will have two vacancies, each will be a three-year term, commencing on July 1, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2029. 

You can learn more about the role and responsibility of a school board member here: ​  (running for school board 2026)

Board of Education nominating petitions are now available for Mechanicville CSD residents interested in running for an open seat on the school board. Petitions may be obtained in the District Office from 8:00 am – 3 pm, Monday through Friday. Completed Nominating Petitions packets are due to​ the District Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on April 29, 2026.

Important Dates:

• April 29, 2026 – Completed Nominating Petitions packets are due to​ the District Clerk by 5:00 p.m.
• April 30, 2026 – The order of candidates ​to be listed ​on the ballot​ will be determined.
• MCSD Annual Budget Hearing – Scheduled for May 6, 2026 at 6:00pm in the HS Cafeteria.

Please feel free to contact Cathy O’Brien, District Clerk with any additional questions. 

Mechanicville City School District
25 Kniskern Avenue
Mechanicville, NY 12118

(518) 664-5727 ext. 1103
Email: cobrien@mechanicville.org

To contact the Mechanicville Board of Education via email please use boe@mechanicville.org