Some students from Stacey Sebert’s Marine Science class went on a field excursion in Mexico staying several nights in tents on Corralito Bay on the Isla Espiritu Santo island. “For me it was one of the best experiences of my life, not many high school students get to say they get to experience this.” said CCHS student …
The National Council for History Education (NCHE) recently announced that longstanding South Colonie educator Stacey Sebert has been selected to participate in its 2022 National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Landmarks of American History Workshop, “The Space Age on the Space Coast.” Sebert was selected from a nationwide applicant pool to attend the one-week program, …
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Today’s economy is quickly shifting with educators, administrators and families seeking ways to engage students earlier with curriculum and project-based efforts to deliver Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) into today’s classroom. Whether it is science, technology or mathematics – these areas are being quickly defined as items of interest and need for students …
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On Friday, May 6, 2022, South Colonie Central School District will celebrate School Lunch Hero Day recognizing our amazing food service professionals and the difference they make every day! “It’s important for us to recognize the important work of our essential staff members,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Perry. “We have all had to …
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Multiplying Good, formerly the Jefferson Awards Foundation, stands behind the power of service to others in bringing out the greatness that lies within us all. For 50 years, the organization has been honoring those who put others first. As outlined on the foundation’s website, over the past five decades, the list of Jefferson Award recipients …
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We are excited to announce our schedule for an enriched Freshman orientation summer experience for all incoming first-year students at Colonie High School. Our program is known as SMART = Students Making A Responsible Tomorrow. Our sessions will run during the weeks of July 11th and July 18th. Bus transportation will be provided from different …
“Shrek the Musical” earned five nominations for the High School Musical Theater Awards at Proctors including Best Musical in its tier, Best Technical Execution, Best Set Construction, and Best Choreography. Junior Josie Diodato also received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Gingy and The Sugar Plum Fairy. Proctors created and produced HSMTA; …
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Sand Cerek Drama Club is slated to perform Seussical Jr. May 12-14, 2022 Seussical Jr. is based on the many children’s stories of Dr. Seuss, with most of its plot being based on Horton Hears a Who! Showtimes Thursday, May 12, 7 p.m. Friday, May 13, 7 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 1 p.m. and 7 …
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On Tuesday, April 12, three CCHS Boy Scouts students were recognized by the South Colonie Board of Education for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. CCHS Senior Aiden Drebitko, CCHS Junior Justin Ault and CCHS Senior Trent Stone were recognized by Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Perry and Board of Education President Rose Gigliello with …
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Colonie Central High School iCARE students will celebrate mental health awareness month in May by welcoming South Colonie students and families to the high school on Saturday, May 21 for their annual Raiderfest celebration. This community event will feature carnival games, food trucks, live music, a craft/vendor fair, games and more with proceeds to support …
