South Colonie Central School District announced today its continued partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and the Village of Colonie for the 2022 “Stuff the Bus” Toys for Tots Campaign. For the 16th consecutive year, the district will host numerous toy collection drives to ensure children in the community receive gifts during the holiday …
Our elementary schools took part in celebrating World Peace Day on Wednesday, Sept. 21 by attending a read-aloud of the book Can We Say Peace! Students in the district’s five elementary schools participated in individual assemblies geared towards opening a dialogue about what peace means. “It is important to teach students what it means to …
This message was emailed to South Colonie families on Aug. 24 at 9 a.m. Dear South Colonie Parents/Guardians, This message is to inform you that the 2022-23 school information for your child(ren) will be released and available to view on the ASPEN portal at the following times: Elementary and Middle School schedules and teacher assignments …
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Today’s economy is quickly shifting with educators, administrators and families seeking ways to engage students earlier with curriculum and project-based efforts to deliver Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) into today’s classroom. Whether it is science, technology or mathematics – these areas are being quickly defined as items of interest and need for students …
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Cassandra Smith, a second-grade student in Mrs. Tyksinski’s classroom was recently awarded the opportunity to be Shaker Road’s Principal for the day! She earned this role because of her summer reading efforts winning the Summer Reading Sweepstakes. As the principal, Cassie stayed very busy during the day with relentless student recognition efforts as well as …
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For the 11th consecutive year, the brave men at Shaker Road Elementary join efforts with Principal Dollard in a no-shave November to bring awareness to men’s health issues and to support the fight to end prostate cancer. “Annually, Halloween is celebrated with a clean shave and then the razor gets put away for the rest …
South Colonie elementary school students recognized for achievements in Math and ELA. Congratulations to the following students who received an Achievement Certificate to acknowledge their outstanding performance on their ELA and/or Math i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment. This list is a district-wide acknowledgment that includes Forest Park, Roessleville, Saddlewood, Shaker Road, Veeder, and Virtual Academy students. …
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The South Colonie Central School District’s work around diversity and inclusion moves forward on multiple fronts with the expansion of committee work and the continued commitment to enhancing the overall school environment, addressing diversity, inclusion, and equity across the district. “While South Colonie created its Diversity and Inclusion Committee back in 2018 in order to …
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Many of us take for granted the ability to communicate in English. Our days are routinely easy to navigate as it pertains to day-to-day communication with business colleagues, family, friends and our community members. What seemed difficult as a child, has become second nature for many of us. Most individuals start early in their educational …
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The Shaker Road green team invites families to celebrate the 50 year anniversary of Earth Day this Wednesday, April 22. Let’s take care of mother nature and create a sustainable home for future generations. Draw a picture, make a craft, or do a good deed that shows how you love the Earth! Send your photos …
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