Scotia-Glenville elementary school principal killed in car crash

An elementary principal in the Scotia-Glenville Central School District has died in a car crash.

Glen-Worden Principal Nicholas Criscone was killed Saturday around 5:30 a.m., State Police said. Criscone was traveling south on Stage Road in Charlton, when he left the road, struck a tree and his vehicle caught fire.

Criscone died at the scene. The crash is under investigation.

Superintendent of Schools Susan Swartz called Criscone “the heart and soul of Glen-Worden Elementary School.”

“His passion for his staff and students, parents and families was unwavering; he had a true Tartan heart and commitment to the Scotia-Glenville community. Nick’s warm smile, encouraging words, and genuine care for each member of our community will be sorely missed,” she said in a statement.

Swartz encouraged people to remember the positive impact that Criscone had on the community.

“Whether with his staff and students, colleagues, or his beloved family, Nick selflessly gave of himself and his talents. Please honor his memory and dedication by continuing to uphold the values of excellence, compassion, and unity that he brought to our school community,” she said.

Swartz said details on memorial services will be shared.

Grief counselors will be available at the Sacandaga Library Media Center.

The district, in conjunction with Community Hospice, will provide drop-in grief counseling services at the Sacandaga Elementary Library media Center. They will take place on Tuesday, July 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesday, July 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursday, July 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Board of Education is meeting at 7 p.m. in the middle school cafeteria.