5/13 Superintendent Update: South Colonie mourns the loss of CCHS senior

Dear South Colonie School Community, It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our high school seniors, Michael Kleinke. On Thursday afternoon, Michael was involved in a serious car accident that tragically claimed his life. Our entire South Colonie School community is devastated by this unimaginable …

Math class? No problem!; “Meet the Pack” featuring Ms. Antoinette Corigliano

This fall, the South Colonie Central School District began the new series “Meet the Pack” aimed at highlighting South Colonie staff members that go above and beyond for the school community. Meet Lisha Kill Middle School Teacher Ms. Antoinette Corigliano! Ms. Corigliano is a math teacher at Lisha Kill Middle School who has been with …

Author and Illustrator Matthew McElligott visits Forest Park

Forest Park welcomed Matthew McElligott, children’s book author and illustrator, for a visit. McElligott shared his expertise in writing, illustrating, and how ideas get turned into books with the students. Students had the chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at how their favorite books came to be. After McElligott presented to the school, about a …

South Colonie drops new podcast episode; Highlights 2023-24 proposed spending plan

The South Colonie Central School District will be asking residents to vote Tuesday, May 16 on a $122 million dollar spending plan that preserves all current programs and services and provides key enhancements for students.  In the latest episode of #AroundSouthColonie, CCHS senior and district communications intern Amanda Nusbaum sits down with South Colonie Assistant …

STEAM Expo set to return to Raiderfest, Saturday, May 20

After a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Greater Capital Region STEAM Exposition is making a triumphant return in 2023! On May 20, the South Colonie Central School District and Raiderfest will host the 5th STEAM Exposition at Colonie Central High School MUG.  This year’s STEAM Expo is an opportunity for NYS Capital …

South Colonie set to expand ENL programming for 2023-24 school year

South Colonie Central School District has continuously made strides to optimally provide English as a New Language (ENL) support as the population of our English Language Learners has grown throughout the years.   In maintaining this vision and preparing for the 2023-24 school year, it is with great excitement to announce pending voter approval, South Colonie …

Budget vote absentee ballot applications available

The South Colonie Central School District will be asking residents to vote Tuesday, May 16 on a $122 million dollar spending plan that preserves current programs and provides key enhancements for students.  In addition to voting on the school budget, South Colonie residents will be asked to consider authorizing the purchase of eight replacement school …

South Colonie releases second episode in senior spotlight podcast series;  Highlights unique achievement

In continuation of this Senior Spotlight Mini Podcast Series CCHS senior and district communications intern Amanda Nusbaum sits down with senior Amber Elk. Continuing the series of senior students talking about their favorite teacher, to their favorite high school classes and more. Through their time at Colonie, they have learned what keeps them successful and …

Oh, The Places You’ll Go!; Career Information Sessions Show Students Different Paths After Graduation

Graduation is right around the corner! As our students prepare to take their next steps, the Counseling Center and the College and Career Planning Center put together a few different events to show students all the opportunities available to them. Trades, careers in the military, and higher education options were highlighted. The centers held a …

CCHS Line ‘N Cue earns three nominations for High School Musical Theater Awards; Award ceremony set for May 13 at Proctors

The High School Musical Theater Awards (HSMTA) are back for a fifth year, celebrating top talents in high school musical theater. This year Colonie Central High School Line ‘N Cue’s rendition of the “Addams Family” earned nominations for Best Musical and Best Set Construction. CCHS senior John Malagrida received a nomination for Best Actor for …

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