New Paltz Central School District

Stephen Gratto – Superintendent

Stephen Gratto, an educator since 1994, served as the superintendent of Schroon Lake Central School District from 2015 until joining New Paltz in 2022. Previously, he was the principal of Northeastern Clinton Central High School and a physics teacher in New York and New Hampshire. Before entering education, he worked as an electrical engineer for IBM.

A Fulbright Scholar, Gratto values community engagement, student-centered leadership, and fostering strong school-community relationships. He is known for his hands-on approach, including substitute bus driving during shortages. Outside of work, he enjoys basketball, outdoor activities, theater, and performing as a juggler and unicyclist with his sons.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The District condemns and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment in educational programs, activities and services based on actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles) color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender (including identity and expression) or sex. If you believe that you have been discriminated against, you may make a claim that your rights have been denied. A claim or grievance may be filed with the Deputy Superintendent/Civil Rights Compliance Officer (Title VI, Title IX, Section 504), New Paltz Central School District, 196 Main Street, New Paltz, NY, 12561, 845-256-4030.

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