President Spotlight: South Colonie transportation department drives home kindness

The South Colonie transportation department members joined together for the fifth consecutive year to support families in need.  On Saturday, Dec. 17 several members of the transportation team came together to deliver meals to local families. “Throughout the month of December our staff donates and collects food,” said Transportation Director Peter Tunny. “It is the …

Sand Creek activates HOPE with Sweethearts & Heroes presentation; Student empowerment team to visit Jan. 20

An amazing duo of cape-less superheroes will emerge at Sand Creek Middle School to show students and educators how they can spread HOPE (Hold On, Possibilities Exist) in their classrooms—and beyond. Tom Murphy and Rick Yarosh, of Sweethearts & Heroes, a student empowerment and empathy activation team that aims to prevent bullying and suicide, will …

South Colonie to host Capital Region Kidwind Challenge; Event set for Saturday, March 18

This challenge invites students from around the region to build, showcase and test turbines as well as to make a presentation to judges.  Each turbine will be tested twice with the highest score being accepted. The South Colonie Central School District announced today that they will host this year’s regional Kidwind Challenge, the industry-leading renewable …

Investing in local solutions; South Colonie teacher recognized for her work to help feed the Niskayuna Community

Jessica LaFex, a grade 7/8 English teacher at South Colonie Central School District was recently recognized for her service as pantry manager of Nisky NOW (Nutrition on weekends), the Niskayuna Central School District’s weekend food program that runs year-round providing food and hygiene items to students. In addition to LaFex’s daytime responsibilities of teaching English, …

iCARE to host its annual Chili Cook-Off event; Proceeds to support Safe Harbour

Colonie Central High School iCARE students will seek to raise funds and support Safe Harbour, iCare’s partner in creating awareness and support for youth who are at risk of being trafficked, sexually exploited, or victimized. The iCARE team is inviting South Colonie community members and district families to the Colonie Village Family Recreation Center on Friday, …

CCHS students place at regional DECA competition

Distributive Education Clubs of America, also known as DECA gives students the opportunity to prepare for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, or becoming an entrepreneur. CCHS hosts a DECA club, dedicated to preparing emerging leaders with the opportunity to participate in competitive events that involve written and interactive components aligned with their career goals and …

The 2023-24 Curriculum Guide is now available

The 2023-24 Academic Curriculum Guide is now available. This curriculum guide is a very important document that describes the courses of study available at Colonie Central High School for the 2023-24 academic year. This information is for parents, students, and counselors to plan a program of study that both challenges and provides an opportunity for …

Registration for NYSSMA Piano Solos now open

Registration for the 2023 NYSSMA Piano Solo festival is now open.  Any South Colonie student who is currently taking piano lessons may register with permission from their piano teacher. Please see the attachment for more information and a registration form.  All registrations are due by Friday, January 20.

New Year, new equipment; South Colonie begins installation of new school playgrounds

South Colonie elementary schools are set to receive new school playground equipment this year—thanks in part to donations from several school PTA groups and a grant from Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie). Several elementary PTAs announced donations last year to offset the cost for the district to enhance or replace each respective school’s existing playground.  With …

South Colonie mourns the loss of longstanding bus driver 

With sorrow, the South Colonie Central School District community is mourning the loss of a member of the transportation department. Heidi Rukwid passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Dec. 31. Heidi was a longstanding bus driver for South Colonie starting her career in 2009. Having worked with students and staff in nearly every building, Heidi will …

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