The Sand Creek school community recently rallied together to honor and express their heartfelt appreciation for the dedicated bus drivers who play an indispensable role in the lives of students. A special event was organized to showcase the collective gratitude and support for these unsung heroes, highlighting their essential contributions to the safe and reliable …
The Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) presented the New SBO Leader of the Year Award to South Colonie’s Assistant Superintendent for Management Services and Strategic Planning Jacqlene McAllister. McAllister was recognized for her exemplary leadership and dedication to her profession during ASBO’s annual conference in Saratoga on Tuesday, June 6. “It is an incredible …
South Colonie Central School District recognized athletes at its annual signing day event Students and families gathered to help celebrate 23 senior athletes representing 21 different colleges as they signed their National Letter of Intent or commitment letter to play sports at the collegiate level. “We are proud to highlight the following Colonie athletes as …
Twenty-one band students performed at the NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) Festival at Queensbury High School and twenty-two orchestra students performed at the Saratoga NYSSMA Festival. These young musicians performed solos ranging from levels 1 through 4. Each student performed a solo, scales, and a sight-reading selection that they had never seen before. …
What an incredible journey it has been for Mrs. Reeves’ class! Back in February, they received a precious gift from a local hatchery—Rainbow Trout eggs. From that moment on, their mission to raise these magnificent creatures began, leading them through an awe-inspiring journey of growth and discovery. Starting from the egg stage, the students nurtured …
Last week, the 7th-grade students at Lisha Kill had an absolute blast during a day filled with laughter, camaraderie and exciting adventures! From start to finish, the day was filled with moments of teamwork and collaboration that truly showcased the incredible spirit of our students. To kick off the day, the students demonstrated their ability …
Colonie high school senior Layla Eady spent this past fall interning with the Sand Creek Animal Hospital through SUNY Adirondack’s Career Exploration Internship Program (CEIP) offered at Colonie. Eady gained knowledge about the veterinary field through shadowing technicians and assistants on a daily basis along with observing surgeries. This 54 hour internship helped Eady decide …
Roessleville UPK students recently held a sweet and impactful event to support childhood cancer. Students in Mrs. Brinkman and Mrs. Govel’s UPK classes came together to host a lemonade stand to support the incredible work of ‘Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation’ to find a cure for childhood cancer. “We are incredibly proud of our UPK students …
South Colonie School District recently recognized and celebrated the achievements of several outstanding students during its May 30 board meeting. The students recognized have excelled in various fields, including theater, problem-solving competitions and eSports. Their hard work, dedication, and talent have brought pride and honor to the district. Let’s take a closer look at these …
The South Colonie Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Perry and Board of Education members recognized board member Christopher Larrabee during its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 30. Larrabee recently received an award from the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) for his individual commitment to expanding his knowledge and skills for better board …
