The Warrensburg Elementary School is home to students in grades UPK-6, we educate over 300 students annually. The elementary school is located at 1 James Street, Warrensburg NY, just around the corner from The Richard’s Library.

During the school year, WCSD participates in the Community Eligibility Provision program, which provides no-cost meals to all students. CEP is a federal provision that allows qualifying schools to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students.

Our Pupil Personnel Services and Counseling Services provide guidance and extra help for students. Warrensburg CSD offers full-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten to eligible students. Learn more about enrolling students here.

Warrensburg CSD Announces New Elementary School Leadership Team

The Warrensburg Central School District is pleased to announce important leadership changes at the Elementary School level following the conclusion of the 2024–2025 school year. The district has appointed Mr. Damian Switzer as Interim Elementary Principal and Mr. Jed Bierman as Assistant Elementary Principal.

Following a long career in teaching, Mr. Damian Switzer served five years as the K-12 principal for Bolton CSD and ten years as the principal for Queensbury High School before retiring. Passionate about education, he has since supported several local districts by filling interim leadership roles, including Interim High School Assistant Principal at Hudson Falls CSD and Interim Elementary Principal at Salem CSD.

A Warrensburg community member, Mr. Jed Bierman joins us with 13 years of classroom teaching experience in schools throughout the Capital District. He earned his Masters in Education from Sage Graduate School of Education and is currently pursuing his certification in School Building Leadership from SUNY Plattsburgh’s Graduate School. He recently completed his Administrative Internship at Hadley Luzerne Elementary School.

Please join us in welcoming Mr. Switzer and Mr. Bierman to their new roles and to the Warrensburg Central School District community.

WES Parent – Student Handbook

Please see the Warrensburg Elementary School Parent-Student Handbook for information about the school, policies, important dates, contact lists, and more.

The Positivity Project

The Positivity Project (P2) empowers students to build positive relationships and become their best selves by focusing on positive psychology’s 24 character strengths, such as bravery, perseverance, integrity, and gratitude. P2 partners with Pre-K–12 schools, providing the resources, training, and strategies to help students understand and apply these strengths. This holistic approach involves students, educators, and families, fostering a positive school culture that supports teaching and learning. Click here to learn more about our partnership.

Clubs and Extracurriculars

Joining clubs and activities at school is a great way to be involved in your school community and develop lifelong interests. Extracurricular activities are key to a well-rounded education. Warrensburg Elementary offers:

• AIS Math: AIS stands for academic intervention services. Open to students who are looking to strengthen their math skills
• AIS Reading: AIS stands for academic intervention services. Open to students are looking to strengthen their reading skills
• Battle of the Books: Each year, a small group of Warrensburg Elementary School students and their coaches representing Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grades travel to SUNY Adirondack to compete in a competitive literary event coordinated by WSWHE BOCES School Library Systems. Over the course of months, students read 10 selected books in preparation for the engaging competition. 
• Computer Club: Discover the capabilities of computers and play games with other students who share the passion
• Drama Club: Drama Club introduces students to the elements of acting and drama, working to put a production together throughout the course of the club dates. The club puts on performances for the school community at the end of the year
• Homework Club: Supportive after-school program designed to help elementary school students complete their homework in a structured environment
• Jazz Band: This group is for student musicians interested in the jazz genre. Learn to play classical and modern jazz pieces alongside peers who share your passion for jazz
• In the Zone: “In the Zone" is an after school enrichment program that has been recognized by NYS School Boards Association as a Champions for Kids Award recipient. Students are invited to stay after school to participate in tutoring, educational exercises, after school field trips, hikes, and more
• Peer Leaders: Peer leaders are chosen by teachers and staff members during the sixth grade school year. Our Peer Leaders strive to reach their individual leadership potential, while being role models in our school and community. In the past, Peer leaders developed literacy projects for younger students, assisted at our P2/Pride Assemblies and prepared and presented community-based advocacy projects.  In addition, Peer Leaders actively organize and participate in school-wide events that benefit all WES students.
• Student Council: The Student Council is a representative government of students that help to make decisions about activities, clubs, assemblies, and other school-wide matters affecting students. Members are actively involved in various events throughout the year and will participate in fundraisers that positively impact the school community
• Vex Robotics: Students work together to design, code, and build programmable robots that incorporate motors and sensors. This club introduces students to the VEX robotics system that is used in Middle School robotics clubs and competitions
• Volleyball Club: Whether your child is a beginner or has some experience, Volleyball Club helps students work on their skills

Please contact your guidance counselor for more information on how to get involved with extracurriculars.

PTSA: Parent Teacher Student Association

Our Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is comprised of parents, teachers, grandparents, caregivers, foster parents and other caring adults who share a commitment to improving the education, health and safety of all children. The PTSA meets on the third Thursday of each month. Please reach out to warrensburgptsa@gmail.com for more information.

Code of Conduct

Students, staff, and visitors to the school grounds are expected to adhere to the WCSD Code of Conduct.

Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)

The goal of the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) is to provide students with a safe and supportive learning environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment and bullying. Some of the law requirements include: establishing anti-harassment and discrimination policies, creating school training programs, and including a course in civility, citizenship and character education in the curriculum for every grade level. To view the policies and process for reporting harassment, bullying and discrimination, click here.

Each school in the district has a coordinator who has been trained to respond to issues related to DASA. For concerns relating to DASA in the Elementary School, please get in touch with Christian Bruce (Director of Student Support Services) or Damian Switzer (Interim Elementary School Principal).