Multiplying Good, formerly the Jefferson Awards Foundation, stands behind the power of service to others in bringing out the greatness that lies within us all. For 50 years, the organization has been honoring those who put others first. As outlined on the foundation’s website, over the past five decades, the list of Jefferson Award recipients …
During the month of March, the Lisha Kill Middle School’s MathCounts Club was recognized by the MATHCOUNTS Foundation for reaching Gold Level status for its recent mathematics-based video project. According to its website, the MATHCOUNTS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that strives to engage middle school students in fun, challenging math programs, in order …
In honor of Presidents Day, Lisha Kill seventh-grade teacher Mr. Obermayer challenged his social studies students to the ultimate Presidents Day Challenge! The students were asked to say all 46 U.S. Presidents in the correct order in just one minute—or less. Three of Mr. Obermayer’s students, Vincent Forenzo, Aliyah Pearson, and Daniel Deepu met the …
On Thursday, March 24, Lisha Kill Middle School will host an orientation program for incoming fifth-grade students and families. The event will be held at Lisha Kill from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Students will have an opportunity to meet members of our faculty and learn more about Lisha Kill. The parent/guardian session will include …
Check out a sneak peak of the behind-the-scenes photos and preparation of Lisha Kill Middle School Drama Club production of ‘Into the Woods.’ The Spotlight News covered the action and you can view it here. The play ran from Friday, Feb. 11 to Sunday, Feb. 13.
On Monday, Feb. 7 Lisha Kill Middle School fifth-grade students participated in “Reset Day”, a team building day designed for students to work on essential skills to support mental health both in-and-out of the classroom. With understanding of the rising mental health needs of students, South Colonie educators have remained committed to the wellness of …
Lisha Kill students spent some time last week learning about notable members of the Hispanic/Latino/Latinx communities in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month which runs from September 15 to October 15 annually. Students read simple biographies in Spanish on display boards learning facts about each person including their profession, where they were from, and more. …
Please see the supply lists below by grade level for the 2021-22 school year. Grade Grade 5 Supply List Grade 6 Supply List Grade 7 Supply List Grade 8 Supply List
Recently, seven Lisha Kill Middle School students placed in the New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) School Bus Safety poster contest. Participating students were required to create a poster that included the slogan “Be Safe – Know the Danger Zone,” while providing a visual aspect to reflect this year’s campaign slogan. Lisha Kill Middle …
Dear Families of Fourth Graders, It is our pleasure to welcome you to the Lisha Kill Middle School community! Thank you for your efforts in helping your child begin to navigate the important transition from elementary school to middle school. You may recall being a middle school student yourself, and what a challenge it can …
