It is my privilege and pleasure to welcome you to the 2026–2027 school year at Maconaquah High School! I am excited to begin another year as Principal and to continue working alongside our outstanding faculty, staff, students, families, and community members who make Maconaquah such a special place.
As we begin this new school year, we are filled with energy, optimism, and excitement for the opportunities ahead. At Maconaquah, our mission is to provide a safe, innovative, and supportive environment where every student is encouraged and challenged to reach their highest potential. We remain committed to excellence in academics, athletics, fine arts, and extracurricular activities so that every student has opportunities to discover their strengths, pursue their interests, and prepare for a successful future.
Our dedicated faculty and staff are eager to welcome students back and provide engaging learning experiences that promote collaboration, critical thinking, problem-solving, and personal growth. Strong relationships will continue to be at the heart of everything we do as we work to ensure that each student feels supported, valued, and connected to our school community.
We are especially proud of the wide variety of dual-credit courses, career pathways, and industry certification opportunities available to our students. These programs allow students to earn college credits and valuable credentials while still in high school, helping them prepare for college, careers, and life beyond graduation. Our counselors, teachers, and administrators are ready to guide and support students as they develop goals and plan for their futures.
Maconaquah High School has a proud tradition of excellence, and we are eager to build upon that tradition during the 2026–2027 school year. With the continued partnership of our parents, families, and community, I am confident that this year will be filled with achievement, growth, memorable experiences, and many reasons to celebrate.
Thank you for entrusting us with the education, development, and well-being of your child. I am excited about the year ahead and look forward to working together to make the 2026–2027 school year an exceptional one for every student.
Go Braves!
David Durkes
Principal
Maconaquah High School
