This week Lisha Kill PTA announced they were sending eight lucky students to see the popular Broadway show Hamilton at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady. The students will see the sung-and-rapped musical on March 16. The students were selected by their social studies teachers in grades 7 and 8, based on the criteria of both excellence …
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Jacqueline McAlmont, a support staff member at Lisha Kill who has been with the district for 20 years, is helping change lives while celebrating black culture. In 2019, she began raising money and gathering supplies for Hopetown Primary School in Guyana. McAlmont saw the school’s need for supplies while visiting. The effort started small. At …
Character means going above and beyond what is expected in order to connect with your school community. It means dedication, and commitment. It means showing up, rolling up your sleeves, and setting an example for others.
On Feb. 1 Gov. Kathy Hochul outlined the fiscal year 2024 executive budget proposal. The release of the Executive Budget Proposal marks the formal beginning of the annual state budget process and will be followed by negotiations between the governor and the state Legislature. The deadline for an on-time budget from the state is April …
Now more than ever—wellness plays a critical role in a child’s educational experience. South Colonie is committed to providing quality health and wellness programs for all students while creating an environment that is culturally responsive and inclusive.
The State of the District Community Presentation is now available to view. Please tune in for a comprehensive update on the South Colonie Central School District provided by the following individuals: Dr. David Perry, Superintendent of Schools Tim Backus, Deputy Superintendent Jacqlene McAllister, Assistant Superintendent for Management Services & Strategic Planning Christopher Robilotti, Assistant Superintendent …
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South Colonie Central School District today announced the closing of a 14-acre $1.9 million property located at 1015 Watervliet Shaker Road (formerly Capital Region BOCES). The proposition which was originally approved by South Colonie residents in May 2022 will be used to construct/renovate a new transportation and maintenance facility. The capital work is part of …
Colonie Central High School iCare program hosted its 9th annual Chili Cook-off event on Friday, Jan. 20 raising $1500 for Safe Harbour, iCare’s partner in providing support to youth who have been trafficked, sexually exploited, or at risk of victimization. More than a dozen community groups participated in this year’s event including the town’s Fire …
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Student ownership in the course selection process is an integral component toward growth and success in academic areas. For the 2023-2024 scheduling cycle, students will once again be using ASPEN to input their course selections. For core classes your recommendations are immediately put into the queue and become requests; for all other areas, you …
The Lunar New Year, commonly known as the Chinese New Year, is a multi week celebration of family, prosperity and good fortune. Centered around the lunar calendar, the weeks of celebration are different each year but are steeped in rich tradition. Celebrated throughout the world, Lunar New Year is a two-week period in which you …
