Veeder Elementary held a “Homeschool Heroes” reverse parade on Friday, May 8. Veeder faculty and staff reversed the thank yous during teacher appreciation week to thank all their families for working so hard at home. Check out the photos here.
Stephanie Conklin, New York State Master Teacher, and math teacher at Colonie Central High School was one oftwo teachers selected by New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo to serve on the Reimagine Education Advisory Council. The 20 person council is comprised of educators, students, parents, and education leaders from across the state as New York …
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Earlier this year, the South Colonie Board of Education received a request to memorialize the Varsity Football Field in the name of Michael Ambrosio. South Colonie Policy 7500 states that once the Board of Education accepts the recommendation to proceed, the Board will provide a 30-day period during which the public may comment on the …
In mid-April, the South Colonie Board of Education appointed Christopher Robilotti as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Safe Schools. Robilotti will continue his career with the district after serving as principal at Colonie Central High School (CCHS) for the past six years. In his role, he managed day-to-day school operations, directed academic programming for …
It may look a little different this year, with school closures and empty cafeterias, but the celebration of School Lunch Hero Day on May 1, has never been more important. Among the frontline heroes in the COVID-19 pandemic, include our Food Service Department employees who have continued to step up to the task of feeding …
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On Tuesday, April 21, U.S. News & World released its 2020 Best High School rankings; Colonie Central High School receiving Best High School recognition ranking 24 out of 40 Capital Region area schools. The rankings are done through a holistic approach by measuring six indicators: college readiness, reading and math proficiency, reading and math performance, …
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On Thursday, April 23, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) released its accountability designations under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan. Saddlewood Elementary received the highest standard as a “Recognition School” for the 2020-21 school year while all other South Colonie schools met the “Good Standing” accountability status criteria. Under the Every Student …
The South Colonie school community celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22. See the photos here.
While school districts are closed across the state to limit the spread of COVID-19, student recognitions like the Capital Region Media Festival hosted by Niskayuna High School are continuing virtually to give students the recognition they deserve. Colonie Central High School Students were recently recognized for their work through the virtual Capital Region Media Festival. …
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View a video message from Dr. Perry here. Dear South Colonie Students and Families: By now you know that the Governor extended the school closure through May 15, 2020. While his decision may not have been unexpected, it was difficult to hear. We miss being with your children each and every day. We also know …
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